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Children’s speaker firm Yoto’s revenues grew by 43% in 2025
We recently reported on the latest devices from children’s speakers maker Yoto. Now the company has published its financial results. The post is from Music Ally.
Eli’s pop star fantasy gets real
The rising American pop star is taking it back to the basics as she dives deep on chasing her dreams and frying bigger fishes than fame
Beatport Secures New Financing
Beatport, the music platform for DJs and producers, has secured new financing led by Square Nine Capital. The deal refinances an existing Beatport credit facility and brings additional capital into th
AFEM LinkedIn Live: Valuing Music Back Catalogues
Join AFEM for a practical conversation on how electronic music catalogues are valued, the groundwork required before speaking to investors, and what rights holders can do now to build long-term value.
Frances Shillito on Safeguarding in Music
Frances Shillito spent her career in artist management and venue relations. She now trains the music industry in safeguarding, and she argues the appetite for change has finally outpaced the infrastru
Anya Bennett on 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.
Sweetwater Sale: Top Studio Gear Discounts
Refresh your recording rig with my hand-picked deals from the Sweetwater studio and recording sale
808 Prince Embraces Vintage Drum Machines for New Project
Formerly known as Funkineven, the London-based producer/DJ has reinvented himself with Roland's classic '80s drum machine serving as inspiration
Oli Howe Discusses His Unique Approach to Reworking Classic Hits
“David Foster commented and then he sent me a DM saying, ‘Where did you come from?’ And I was just like, "Oh my God, what do I say to that? Brighton?’”
October 2026 PlayStation Plus Games Announced
Essential, Extra and Premium users can claim a trio of titles
Shakira's Madrid Residency Features Star-Studded Guest Appearances
Laura Pausini, Alejandro Sanz, Dua Lipa and more: These are the artists who have joined the Colombian superstar onstage at Shakira Stadium.
Metallica's Sphere Residency Kicks Off with Giant Cthulhu Spectacle
An array of ostentatious 3D graphics, including a giant Cthulhu, accompanied the band’s debut at the Las Vegas venue
Beatport secures financing led by Square Nine Capital, refinancing existing credit facility
Beatport, the music platform for DJs and producers, has secured new financing led by Square Nine Capital. The deal refinances an existing Beatport credit facility and brings additional capital into the company, according to an announcement from Square Nine on Wednesday (September 30). Beatport and S
AFEM Explores Monetizing Back Catalogues
Join AFEM for a practical conversation on how electronic music catalogues are valued, the groundwork required before speaking to investors, and what rights holders can do now to build long-term value.
Frances Shillito Advocates for Enhanced Safeguarding in Music
Frances Shillito spent her career in artist management and venue relations. She now trains the music industry in safeguarding, and she argues the appetite for change has finally outpaced the infrastru
Anya Bennett Discusses Event 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.
Sweetwater's Gear Sale Offers Up to 50% Off
Refresh your recording rig with my hand-picked deals from the Sweetwater studio and recording sale
808 Prince Reimagines Sound with Vintage Drum Machines
Formerly known as Funkineven, the London-based producer/DJ has reinvented himself with Roland's classic '80s drum machine serving as inspiration
Oli Howe Discusses Viral Instagram Reworks
“David Foster commented and then he sent me a DM saying, ‘Where did you come from?’ And I was just like, "Oh my God, what do I say to that? Brighton?’”
October 2026 PlayStation Plus Games Announced
Essential, Extra and Premium users can claim a trio of titles