Fraser T Smith launches Future Producer Academy
Producer Fraser T Smith has launched the Future Producer Academy with PPL and the Music Producers Guild to support emerging producers from under-represented backgrounds.…
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Decca to release recording of King Charles’ coronation immediately after it takes place
Decca will release a recording of King Charles III's coronation on the day itself, including new commissions and a coronation anthem by Andrew Lloyd Webber.…
One Liners: Anne-Marie, Miguel, Simply Red, more
Roundup of appointments at ASM Global and Midnight Mango, plus new releases from Anne-Marie, Simply Red and others, and a John Grant and Richard Hawley tour announcement.…
Ed Sheeran gets his guitar out in court as song-theft case continues
Ed Sheeran testified in the 'Thinking Out Loud' copyright trial, explaining his songwriting process and playing guitar in court while denying copying Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On'.…
UK Music signs up to the Human Artistry Campaign
UK Music has signed up to the Human Artistry Campaign on World Intellectual Property Day, backing principles on generative AI, copyright and transparency.…
Sony relaunches Epic Records UK
Sony Music is relaunching Epic Records in the UK to mark the label's 70th anniversary, with Sarah Lockhart becoming President next month.…
Electronic music revenues grew 16% higher than pre-pandemic levels in 2022, research finds
The IMS Business Report values the global electronic music business at $11.3 billion in 2022, with live revenues rebounding strongly after the pandemic.…
London police call for Brixton Academy licence to be revoked following fatal crowd crush
The Metropolitan Police has applied for Brixton Academy's licence to be revoked after last year's fatal crowd crush, while operator Academy Music Group says it has submitted proposals to reopen safely.…
Gap Band estates drop royalties lawsuit against BMG
The Wilson estates have withdrawn their lawsuit against BMG over royalties from 'Uptown Funk', with BMG stating no settlement or payment was made.…
London court again declines to pause Experience Hendrix lawsuit because of New York litigation
A London appeals court has again declined Sony's request to pause a lawsuit by the estates of Noel Redding and Mitch Mitchell while related New York litigation proceeds.…
Spotify planning price rise "when the timing's right”
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek says the company plans a subscription price rise when the timing is right, pending negotiations with label partners, as Q1 user numbers grew.…
Joan Armatrading to premiere first symphony in London
Joan Armatrading's first symphony will premiere with the Chineke! Orchestra at the Southbank Centre on 24 November, and has been published by Boosey & Hawkes.…