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Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran tour 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 and Warner dispute applicability of AFM agreement to AI deals
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
Laufey Signs With Interscope/Verve; Other Artist Signings Announced
Other recent artist signings include Vic Mensa, Alfredo Gutiérrez, Ava Liv Mabry and JYT.
Billboard's Leila Cobo Recognized for Preserving Latin Culture
Billboard's co-chief content officer, presented by actor/singer Anthony Ramos, was recognized for preserving Latin culture through music.
Sombr Rejects 'Nepo Baby' Label
"To think that that could help me get signed or become a big artist because my dad devotes his life to fight AIDS is just incredibly insane," sombr tells ELLE.
TuneCore to Match Artist Royalty Donations Through 2026
Announced at the start of Climate Week in New York, TuneCore's donation-matching initiative will extend through the end of 2026.
Billboard's Music Industry Events Calendar
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for September 23
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Framed answer today – here’s the solution for September 23
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TuneCore Is Matching Artist Royalty Donations to Nature Conservation Project Sounds Right
Announced at the start of Climate Week in New York, TuneCore's donation-matching initiative will extend through the end of 2026.
sombr Calls ‘Nepo Baby’ Label ‘Incredibly Insane’: ‘I Will Forever Respect My Dad & My Mom’
"To think that that could help me get signed or become a big artist because my dad devotes his life to fight AIDS is just incredibly insane," sombr tells ELLE.
Billboard’s Leila Cobo Honored by Fashion 4 Development: ‘Together, We Can Make Tangible Change’
Billboard's co-chief content officer, presented by actor/singer Anthony Ramos, was recognized for preserving Latin culture through music.
Signed: Laufey Inks Label Deal With Interscope/Verve; CHVRCHES Looks to the Futures
Other recent artist signings include Vic Mensa, Alfredo Gutiérrez, Ava Liv Mabry and JYT.
Frances Shillito Advocates for Enhanced Safeguarding in 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
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
Ex-Turnstile Guitarist Brady Ebert Declared Incompetent for Trial
The musician's competency will be reevaluated at a hearing on January 19th. Ex-Turnstile Guitarist Brady Ebert Ruled Incompetent to Stand Trial in Attempted Murder Case Spencer Kaufman
Ms. Rachel Stars in New SubwayTakes Episode
None of her takes actually feel that controversial if you believe in basic human decency. Ms. Rachel, the “Mr. Rogers of Today,” Stars in Best Episode of SubwayTakes Yet Eddie Fu
K-Pop Demon Hunters Release Halloween Costumes
The latest KPop Demon Hunters merch features Halloween costumes for the whole family, including your pets.
'America's Got Talent' Judges Continue Season Without Simon Cowell
But as Sofia Vergara said on The Jennifer Hudson Show: "The show must go on."
2026 Independent Music Awards Winners Announced
The ceremony was held at London's Roundhouse on Sept. 22.