Industry May 8, 2026
Sony's Q1 2026 revenue from recorded music and publishing
Recorded music streaming revenue (combining subscription and ad-funded streaming) was up 13.6% YoY. Source
Originally published by
Music Business Worldwide
Sony reported a 19.5% year-over-year increase in revenue from recorded music and publishing for the calendar first quarter of 2026, reaching a total of $3.03 billion. This growth was driven in part by a 13.6% year-over-year rise in revenue from recorded music streaming, which encompasses both subscription and ad-supported services. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.