Twitch launches library of pre-cleared indie label music
Twitch has launched a beta library of pre-cleared commercial music for streamers, backed by licensing deals with distributors and indie labels.…
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Independent artists increased output during lockdown, but direct-to-fan opportunities still being under-utilised
A survey by Amuse and MIDiA Research finds independent artists made more music during lockdown but under-use direct-to-fan income tools like Patreon.…
One Liners: NZCA Lines, Jxdn, McFly, more
NZCA Lines postpones tour dates, Warner Chappell signs Jxdn, and Skunk Anansie's Skin launches an Absolute Radio show.…
Music industry expresses concern about live music ban in Northern Ireland
The Musicians' Union and UK Music have criticised Northern Ireland's COVID rules banning live music in pubs and venues, questioning the evidence behind the decision.…
Jay-Z's work diary won't be sealed in perfume dispute, although some information will be redacted
A New York court has ruled that Jay-Z's work diary cannot be sealed in his perfume dispute with Parlux, though personal contact details may be redacted.…
Management firm sues Kelly Clarkson over unpaid commissions
Starstruck Management Group has sued Kelly Clarkson over allegedly unpaid commissions and seeks court confirmation that it is due commission on her future projects.…
IMPEL renews its alliance with SACEM
Independent publisher group IMPEL has renewed its alliance with SACEM, which handles its European digital licensing, and will continue to work together.…
Music Producers Guild moves 2021 awards ceremony to June
The Music Producers Guild has moved its 2021 awards ceremony from February to June in the hope of holding a physical event, and added two new award categories.…
Eric Clapton supports Van Morrison's Save Live Music campaign
Eric Clapton has backed Van Morrison's Save Live Music campaign, calling for live music to recover, though without clarifying his position on Morrison's anti-lockdown songs.…
Judge proposes jury hearing for the big Epic v Apple bust up
Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers has suggested a jury hear the antitrust dispute between Epic Games and Apple, which is likely to end up in an appeals court.…
Events and music industries increasingly vocal over UK's latest COVID measures and schemes
Events and music industries protest outside Parliament, arguing new UK support schemes do little for sectors still in shutdown or facing restrictions.…
Donald Trump's TikTok ban probably ignores exemptions in national security laws, judge concludes
A federal judge has issued an injunction pausing Donald Trump's TikTok ban, concluding it likely breaches exemptions in the International Emergency Economic Powers Act protecting personal communications.…