Warner Music Group news

“Name, image, likeness and voice” should be “afforded the same protection as copyright” says Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl, as major labels look set to hit $30 billion in combined annual revenues

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“Name, image, likeness and voice” should be “afforded the same protection as copyright” says Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl, as major labels look set to hit $30 billion in combined annual revenues

Warner Music has confirmed its figures for the last quarter and financial year, with annual revenues of over $6 billion - CEO Robert Kyncl also discussed with investors the opportunities and challenges around music and AI…

Sam Taylor • 17 Nov 2023

Kyncl reveals Warner's levers for growth in 2024 and beyond

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Kyncl reveals Warner's levers for growth in 2024 and beyond

In his latest investor call, Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl outlined his strategy to further grow the major’s revenues, talking in particular about physical products, the evolution of streaming pricing and revenue models, and opportunities in developing music markets.…

Sam Taylor • 17 Nov 2023

One Liners: Moneybagg Yo, Shygirl, Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry + more

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One Liners - quickfire news from the music business • 4 min read

One Liners: Moneybagg Yo, Shygirl, Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry + more

New deals for Moneybagg Yo, Riot Games, Gun and Heriot; appointments at Universal Music and ASM Global; new music from Shygirl, Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry, Sprints, William Doyle, Lime Garden, Jaakko Eino Kalevi and Kneecap…

Andy Malt • 16 Nov 2023

Edith Piaf to narrate her own life story through AI

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Edith Piaf to narrate her own life story through AI

Warner Music and the Edith Piaf estate have announced plans for an animated biopic that will use AI to allow the late singer to narrate her own life story…

Andy Malt • 15 Nov 2023

Warner Music confirms it is participating in Deezer’s “artist-centric” pilot

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Warner Music confirms it is participating in Deezer’s “artist-centric” pilot

Warner Music has confirmed it is “delighted” to be participating in the pilot of Deezer’s artist-centric model, which changes the way the streaming service allocates revenue to tracks each month…

Chris Cooke • 14 Nov 2023

Warner Records partners with Underscore Works on new label

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Warner Records partners with Underscore Works on new label

Warner Records has partnered with artist management firm Underscore Works to launch a new record label, Underscore Works Recordings. Its first two signings are country artists Dipper and Wesko…

Andy Malt • 14 Nov 2023

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Canva launches music library product

Canva yesterday announced that users of the graphic design platform can now easily insert music into their content from a large catalogue of tracks - it follows deals earlier this year with Warner and Merlin…

Chris Cooke • 10 Nov 2023

One Liners: Peggy Gou x Lenny Kravitz, Confidence Man, Laura Jane Grace + more

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One Liners: Peggy Gou x Lenny Kravitz, Confidence Man, Laura Jane Grace + more

Universal partners with Represent; Warner promotes Sean Michael Gross; new music from Peggy Gou and Lenny Kravitz, Confidence Man, Laura Jane Grace, HAAi, Logic1000, Tycho, Ellur, Zooey Celeste and Sarasara…

Andy Malt • 09 Nov 2023

One Liners: Yaeji, Pet Shop Boys, Tate McRae + more

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One Liners: Yaeji, Pet Shop Boys, Tate McRae + more

Universal Music Publishing and Concord Music new signings; Warner Music and ATC appointments; new music from Yaeji, Gruff Rhys, Porij, Pillow Queens and Revival Season; tour dates from Pet Shop Boys and Tate McRae…

Andy Malt • 07 Nov 2023

Spinnin' Records announces alliance with AI company Endel

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Spinnin' Records announces alliance with AI company Endel

Warner Music-owned dance label Spinnin’ Records has announced a tie-up with music AI company Endel that will see its catalogue transformed into relaxation soundscapes…

Chris Cooke • 18 Oct 2023

One Liners: Ghetts, Mxmtoon, Warner Music Finland + more

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One Liners: Ghetts, Mxmtoon, Warner Music Finland + more

Warner Music Finland hires Jukka Immonen; Simon Phillips moves to Jazz FM; new releases from Paloma Faith and Ghetts; Liam Gallagher ‘Definitely Maybe’ tour, Smashing Pumpkins co-headline tour, Mxmtoon London show…

Andy Malt • 16 Oct 2023

One Liners: Rudy Perez, E-Positive, Killer Mike + more

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One Liners - quickfire news from the music business • 3 min read

One Liners: Rudy Perez, E-Positive, Killer Mike + more

Rudy Perez, Katherine Priddy and E-Positive deals; Warner hires another ex-YouTube exec; new music from Killer Mike, Lauren Mayberry, Bombay Bicycle Club, Blossoms, Griff, El Perro Del Mar, and Bar Italia; Barry Manilow and Lola Young live shows…

Andy Malt & Chris Cooke • 11 Oct 2023