450+ composers criticise proposed cuts to BBC's orchestras and choir
More than 450 composers have signed a letter organised by Lloyd Coleman criticising the BBC's proposed cuts to its orchestras and the closure of the BBC Singers.…
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IMPALA calls on European Commission to complete its investigation into the 'reciprocity approach'
IMPALA urges the European Commission to complete its work on whether the reciprocity approach to broadcast and public performance royalties is compatible with European law.…
Spinrilla wants no talk of "piracy" as majors head to court seeking $600 million in damages
Mixtape platform Spinrilla wants references to piracy excluded from a damages hearing where the majors seek up to $600 million over 4,082 unlicensed tracks.…
Universal acquires classical label Hyperion
Universal Music has acquired British classical label Hyperion Records, which will remain a standalone brand within the Decca Label Group.…
Pizza Express launches label to release archive of live jazz and soul recordings
Restaurant chain Pizza Express has launched PX Records to release recordings from its live music archive, with the first two albums out in April.…
One Liners: Lana Del Rey, Warner Music, Yusuf/Cat Stevens, more
Round-up of deals, appointments and releases, including Warner Music CFO Eric Levin's retirement and new music from Lana Del Rey and Yusuf/Cat Stevens.…
Judge in Ed Sheeran song-theft case declines to ban mash-up video from trial
A US judge has declined to ban a YouTube video of Ed Sheeran mashing up 'Thinking Out Loud' with Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On' from the upcoming trial.…
Warner launches new dance label Major Recordings
Warner Music has launched dance label Major Recordings, headed by Sam Mobarek and sitting under Warner Records, with Parisi as its first signing.…
National Album Day 2023 to celebrate the 90s
National Album Day returns in October with a focus on the 1990s, with the BPI and ERA celebrating the album format's 75th anniversary.…
BBC announces review of social media guidelines follow hoo haa over Gary Lineker tweet
The BBC is reviewing its social media guidelines after Gary Lineker's tweet about the Illegal Migration Bill led to his removal from Match Of The Day and staff boycotts.…
One Liners: Jpegmafia & Danny Brown, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Ragz Originale, more
Round-up of deals, digital and event news, plus new releases from Jpegmafia and Danny Brown, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Ragz Originale.…
Hybe confirms it has abandoned its bid to control rival SM Entertainment
Hybe has confirmed it is dropping its bid for control of SM Entertainment after Kakao's rival offer pushed the price above what Hybe considered appropriate.…