German record industry welcomes latest court ruling in Cloudflare case
A higher court in Cologne has upheld a ruling requiring Cloudflare to block piracy site DDL-Music, which German labels say strengthens rights holders.…
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Missy Elliott hits back in ongoing producer legal battle
Missy Elliott has filed new papers opposing producer Terry Williams's bid to dismiss her lawsuit over unreleased 1990s recordings made in his studio.…
Sigur Rós - still fighting tax evasion charges - call on Icelandic government to act
Sigur Rós have called on the Icelandic government to end double jeopardy tax laws, after being prosecuted again over unpaid taxes they had already settled.…
Sony/ATV extends deal with Cass Lowe
Sony/ATV has extended its publishing deal with songwriter and producer Cass Lowe, whose credits include Charli XCX and Little Mix.…
Apple launches music TV channel
Apple has launched a free music TV channel in the US, playing music videos and interviews from Apple Music 1 around the clock.…
Beastie Boys licence Sabotage for Joe Biden advert
Beastie Boys have licensed 'Sabotage' for a Joe Biden campaign advert, despite Adam Yauch's will banning their music from advertising.…
Ed Sheeran copyright case postponed because of COVID
The New York hearing in the 'Thinking Out Loud' case has been postponed until next spring because of COVID court limits and travel restrictions.…
Warner's ADA launches in Japan
Warner's label services business ADA has launched in Japan, led by Kaz Aida, following the launch of ADA Asia last month.…
As more Culture Recovery Fund grants awarded, unsuccessful applicants demand to know more about criteria
A second round of Culture Recovery Fund grants has been awarded, but the NTIA demands clarity on why several London dance venues were refused.…
Snapchat rolls out its music library feature
Snapchat has rolled out its music library globally after piloting it in Australia and New Zealand, letting iOS users add licensed tracks to their videos.…
Artists customise Fender Stratocasters for The Big Issue
The Big Issue is auctioning Fender Stratocasters customised by 21 artists, with a livestreamed auction on 4 November to raise funds for its sellers.…
Bauer seeks to extend Hits Radio network by getting Sam FM Bristol's licence remit changed
Bauer Media has asked OfCom to change the licence remit of Sam FM Bristol so it can rebrand as Hits Radio.…