One Liners: Kobalt, BMG, DJ Khaled, more
A roundup covering Kobalt's emPawa deal, BMG and FUGA appointments, DJ Khaled's 'Popstar' video, new singles from SZA, D Double E and Anohni, and AG Cook's livestream.…
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McDonald's recruits Travis Scott to sell burgers to The Kids
McDonald's is launching a Travis Scott-designed meal in the US, featuring a quarter pounder, fries and Sprite, with a promise to explore charitable support.…
US judge refuses to dismiss the record industry's copyright case against net firm RCN
A US judge has declined to dismiss the record industry's copyright lawsuit against ISP RCN, though claims against Patriot Media Consulting were dismissed.…
New promotions company launches in Ireland with backing of Killimanjaro
Former Aiken Promotions staff Fin O'Leary, Brian Hand and Simon Merriman have launched Singular Artists in Ireland, backed by UK promoter Kilimanjaro.…
Tencent increases its stake in Indian streaming firm Gaana
Chinese web giant Tencent has increased its stake in Indian streaming service Gaana after injecting new funding, while majority shareholder Times Group provided less.…
DIY magazine celebrates 100th edition
DIY magazine marks its 100th print issue next week with retrospective features, a photography exhibition and gigs at Signature Brew's Walthamstow brewery.…
BBC backtracks on wordless Rule, Britannia plan
The BBC has reversed its plan to use only instrumental versions of 'Rule, Britannia' and 'Land Of Hope And Glory' at the Last Night Of The Proms, with a select group of singers now performing the lyrics.…
Former Paradigm agents launch new agency TBA
Five former Paradigm agents have launched booking agency TBA, with initial clients including Chvrches, The War On Drugs and Courtney Barnett.…
FKP Scorpio ramps up UK operations by recruiting DHP promoters
German promoter FKP Scorpio is expanding in the UK by recruiting Daniel Ealam and Scott O'Neill, both formerly of DHP Family, to build its UK arm.…
Amazon Music incorporates Twitch livestreams
Amazon Music and Twitch have partnered so artists can connect Twitch accounts to Amazon Music, combining livestreams with on-demand listening.…
Eddy Grant sues Donald Trump
Eddy Grant has sued Donald Trump over the use of 'Electric Avenue' in a campaign video posted to Twitter, arguing it was used without licence.…
Chinese government announces new rules that will hinder sale of TikTok US
China has added new export restrictions covering AI-powered interfaces and personalised recommendation technologies, complicating Bytedance's negotiations to sell TikTok's US business.…