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Riff Wood talk “Green Day-inspired roots” and working with ‘Dookie’ producer on posi-punk new album: “We want to give hope to our generation”
The teen trio told NME about the "mind-blowing" experience of making ‘Butterfly In Black And White’ with legend Rob Cavallo, how they've "found their own voices" on the LP, being inspired by The Beatles, and their place in the "rebirth of rock" among Gen Z The post Riff Wood talk “Green Day-inspired
New Found Glory announce EPCOT shows to honour late frontman and “massive Disney fan” Chad Gilbert
"Every note we play and every word you sing at Epcot is for Chad"
Universal Alleges DistroKid's Valuation Based on AI Infringement
Universal claims that distributor DistroKid achieved its recent $2 billion valuation by providing a pipeline for AI slop and copyright infringing music, to the detriment of artists and labels. It has
Ed Sheeran Tour Controversy Sparks Wider Industry Debate
The drama continues following the axing of Macklemore from Ed Sheeran’s US tour over his on-stage support for Palestine. Sheeran himself is taking a lot of heat, though some in the industry have expre
Universal, Warner Argue AI Deals Not Covered by AFM Agreement
In June the American Federation Of Musicians sued Universal and Warner over their AI deals, insisting the majors should be sharing their AI money with the union’s members under its Sound Recording Lab
Ed Sheeran Addresses Macklemore Controversy During Tour Resumption
Ed Sheeran resumed his US tour without support acts this weekend, responding on stage to the controversial axing of Macklemore from the show. Elsewhere in pop politics, Zara Larson has pulled out of a
MRC Seeking Remote Head of Business Development
The MRC are seeking a remote Head of Business Development to join their management team and help shape the next stage of growth.
US Considers Reinstating Anti-Piracy Web-Blocks
New plans to finally introduce web-blocking as an anti-piracy tool in the US would specifically oblige VPNs and DNS resolvers as well as ISPs to block access to piracy sites when rightsholders secure
Julia Jacklin Releases New Single and Album
Australian songwriter Julia Jacklin makes warm, fuzzy indie-folk with a husky crackling alto. New single ‘If I Had The Hand Of God’ is cathartic and country-nodding. Album ‘The Gem’ - recorded above a
Harley Benton Factory Modded SC-550 Plus Guitar Features New Pickups
With three voicings per pickup, the SC-500 Plus gets a considerable upgrade and has never sounded so versatile
Madonna and Charli XCX Collaborate on New Single
Danceteria Afterhours is a new version of the Confessions II track
Cameron Winter Plays Surprise Secret Set of New Solo Material
Fans have said the new songs include "a few absurd lines that made the crowd laugh", along with a track that was "absolutely gorgeous"
Member Feature: Aron Farkas from TicketSwap
Our latest Member Feature is now live, featuring Aron Farkas, International Growth Manager at TicketSwap: Europe’s leading ethical secondary ticketing marketplace, bringing fans and experiences togeth
LATAM's Role in Global Dance Music Evolution
In the first part of AFEM's 20-year celebration series with Symphonic, Randi Zimmerman looks at how LATAM’s local scenes are reshaping global dance music.
AFEM LinkedIn Live: Maximizing Back Catalogue Value
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 the Music Industry
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
AFEM Industry Insider: Sustainable Audiences Post-Social
Long‑form content is becoming a more sustainable way to build audiences in a post‑social era. This episode shares what’s working now: formats that retain attention, platforms that reward depth, and th
AFEM to Host Webinar on Building High-Functioning Teams in Electronic Music
An online public webinar examining how the sector can create healthier, more collaborative and more resilient ways of working.
Sounds Market Promotes Circular Economy 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
Harley Benton SC-550 Plus Guitar Features Factory Mod with Fishman Fluence Pickups
With three voicings per pickup, the SC-500 Plus gets a considerable upgrade and has never sounded so versatile