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The music industry is solving the wrong bottleneck
Diana Umana digs into the new artist discovery process – with some expert voices – and concludes that what truly moves an act forward is advocacy. And guess what? Every advocate starts as a fan of what they hear and see.. Source
‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ immersive gaming experience coming in January 2027
“Don’t just watch. Play”
Factory Floor Return With First Album in 10 Years
Listen to “Continuation” and the title track from One Trip
Neil Young sues Trump fundraising committee for $10M over ‘Rockin’ in the Free World’ – six years after his first lawsuit over the song
The lawsuit alleges that the committee had the 1989 song played without a license just before Trump took the stage to speak at a rally in Ohio on October 12. Source
AFEM Offers Guidance for Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE)
Sharing practical tips and tricks on how to navigate the week, insights into the official programming and opportunities on offer.
Anya Bennett Discusses the Importance of Show Cancellation Insurance
Anya Bennett, Broker Support Account Handler at Howden Music takes on the cover most artists only think about once a show has already fallen through.
AFEM’s AI Initiatives Gain Independent Press Attention
Independent press is spotlighting AFEM’s work on AI in music, with recent coverage of the AFEM AI Principles and the Berlin AI Think Tank. The articles track the industry’s move towards workable syste
DJ & Producer Union Launches Podcast Series
The first DJ & Producer Union podcast features Alex Montoya (Analog Agency) for a conversation on the artist–agent relationship.
Prince’s “Cream” Was a Response to Label Demand for a Radio Hit
When Levi revealed that the record label boss wanted a radio hit, Prince served up Cream
Bill Wyman Reflects on Rolling Stones Classic
The former Stones bassist celebrated his 90th birthday on Saturday
Unseen 1978 David Bowie Concert Film "Stage" to Be Immersive Experience
The world premiere will be held next February in Germany, in association with the 77th Berlin Film Festival
Dr. Robby Character to Undergo Transformation in "The Pitt" Season Three
You’re going to see a “slightly more aspirational” version of the character
Marshmello and Alison Wonderland to Headline Pokémon Night Out Rave
Both dance artists are creating bespoke shows for the event, which will commemorate 30 years of the globe-conquering Pokémon franchise
Dead Man's Bones Release First New Music in 17 Years
The haunted track is the first new music from Gosling and musical partner Zach Shields in 17 years.
Too Lost appoints former Sony, Discovery, and WWE exec James Rosenstock as CFO
Rosenstock has held corporate development and international leadership roles at Sony, Discovery Communications, and WWE. Source
Spotify wins permanent dismissal of lawsuit claiming it ignored ‘billions’ of fraudulent Drake streams
It is the second time Judge Josephine Staton has dismissed the case – and this time, she barred RBX from bringing the same claims again. Source
Marshmello and Alison Wonderland to play Pokémon Night Out rave at London’s The O2
Both dance artists are creating bespoke shows for the event, which will commemorate 30 years of the globe-conquering Pokémon franchise
Ryan Gosling’s Dead Man’s Bones Duo Creep Back With Romantic ‘Lost in the Night’ Video Starring Noah Jupe and Rain Spencer
The haunted track is the first new music from Gosling and musical partner Zach Shields in 17 years.
Roberto Andrade Dirak promoted to President of Warner Music Latina and A&R, Latin America
Andrade will continue to be based in Miami, reporting to Alejandro Duque, President of Warner Music International. Source
‘My view is simple: embrace technology, and respect rights.’
Dr. Richard James Burgess MBE spent a decade leading A2IM before stepping down last year. Now, as Chair of PPL, he explains his vision for the org’s future – and why he’s both pro-technology and pro-rights… Source