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Taylor Swift, Meet The Beatles: How This Dynamic Duo Tells the Story of Now & Then on the Billboard Charts
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are discussing the ways Swift's chart history keeps intersecting with the Fab Four.
Metallica’s James Hetfield Has a Message for Entertainers Who Bring Their ‘Bullsh–‘ Agenda to the Stage
The Metallica frontman made it clear what fans can (and can't) expect when they come to see the hard rock legends at Las Vegas' Sphere.
Sounds Market Promotes Sustainability in DJ Equipment
Sounds Market has refurbished and resold more than 1,800 DJ devices since 2023, making the circular economy a working alternative to buying new. In this Member Feature, Pau Agustí explains why discont
Guidance on Securing and Managing Artist Agents
A practical conversation about finding an agent and building a successful artist-agent relationship.
AFEM Prepares Members for Amsterdam Dance Event
Sharing practical tips and tricks on how to navigate the week, insights into the official programming and opportunities on offer.
Anya Bennett on Artist Career Interruption Planning
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 Garner Industry 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 on Artist-Agent Relations
The first DJ & Producer Union podcast features Alex Montoya (Analog Agency) for a conversation on the artist–agent relationship.
The Rise and Fall of Phil Lynott and Thin Lizzy
“Philip was the classic rock star in every sense. He was a rock star to the very core of his being”
R.J. Mitte, "Breaking Bad" Actor, Dies at 34
Mitte died at the age of 34 on October 12th, 2026. R.J. Mitte Remembered by Breaking Bad Castmates and More: “I Am Heartbroken” Liz Shannon Miller
Kacey Musgraves Responds to Political Comment on Music Preferences
The country star had a very specific response when the former Homeland Security secretary weighed in on Musgraves' James Talarico support.
BTS & BIGBANG Lead Nominations for 2026 MAMA Awards
TOMORROW X TOGETHER also scored big. The awards will be presented next month in Japan.
BTS & BIGBANG Lead Nominations for 2026 MAMA Awards: Full List
TOMORROW X TOGETHER also scored big. The awards will be presented next month in Japan.
Kacey Musgraves Is Dogging Kristi Noem After Trump Appointee Says She’d Take Ella Langley Over Kacey ‘Any Day’
The country star had a very specific response when the former Homeland Security secretary weighed in on Musgraves' James Talarico support.
R.J. Mitte Remembered by Breaking Bad Castmates and More: “I Am Heartbroken”
Mitte died at the age of 34 on October 12th, 2026. R.J. Mitte Remembered by Breaking Bad Castmates and More: “I Am Heartbroken” Liz Shannon Miller
RJ Mitte Remembered by Breaking Bad Castmates and More: “I Am Heartbroken”
Mitte died at the age of 34 on October 12th, 2026. RJ Mitte Remembered by Breaking Bad Castmates and More: “I Am Heartbroken” Liz Shannon Miller
Today’s Wordle answer and hints for #1932 on October 13
There's no need to lose your streak - here's the 'Wordle' answer for today
Preparing for Amsterdam Dance Event
Sharing practical tips and tricks on how to navigate the week, insights into the official programming and opportunities on offer.
Anya Bennett on Artist 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 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