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Spotify’s creator-level ‘Memberships’ are just for podcasters

Spotify is rolling out the ‘Memberships’ subscriptions that it trailed earlier this year at its Investor Day event. However, as announced, they are just for podcasters… for now, at least. The post is from Music Ally.

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UK update: BBC campaign, Beatles plans, Luminate stats, MVT festival

It’s a busy day for news from the UK music industry, with four stories from various parts of the ecosystem. Starting with a campaign from industry body UK Music to support public broadcaster the BBC. The post is from Music Ally.

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Lily Allen Tells Fans She’s ‘Gutted’ To Miss Auckland Show Due to Viral Infection

The singer's first New Zealand gig since 2019 was waved off on the day of the show.

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Paul and Ringo give thumbs up to massively expanded new Beatles museum in Liverpool

Plus new Yellow Submarine experience set to open in 2028 as well

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AFEM Events at Amsterdam Dance Event 2026

AFEM is at Amsterdam Dance Event 2026, 21-25 October, with its Annual General Meeting and Mixer, Mindful Connections, the Music Technology Workshop, the AFEM & Sena Mixer and panels across the week. F

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Emmylou Harris, Elvis Costello, Black Crowes to Pay Tribute to Gram Parsons Ahead of Posthumous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction

Margo Price, Grace Potter and Jesse Welles will also be on hand for the Nov. 11 show at the Troubadour in Los Angeles.

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Emmylou Harris, Elvis Costello, Black Crowes to Pay Tribute to Gram Parsons Ahead of Posthumous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction

Margo Price, Grace Potter and Jesse Welles will also be on hand for the Nov. 11 show at the Troubadour in Los Angeles.

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Anya Bennett discusses the importance of show cancellation insurance for artists

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.

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AFEM to host Annual General Meeting and other events at Amsterdam Dance Event 2026

AFEM is at Amsterdam Dance Event 2026, 21-25 October, with its Annual General Meeting and Mixer, Mindful Connections, the Music Technology Workshop, the AFEM & Sena Mixer and panels across the week. F

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Sam Fender announces 2027 stadium tour and festival appearance

Support comes from Wunderhorse, dates include his first European festival headline slot at Rock Werchter, and pre-sale tickets are on offer to those who pre-order his upcoming fourth album

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Sam Fender Announces 2027 U.K. & Ireland Stadium Tour

Wunderhorse join the bill as the support act for the U.K. shows.

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Muna Safe After Tour Bus Fire

Naomi McPherson is searching for “the grandchild of the warlock whose curse is wreaking havoc on my life”

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Sam Fender Is Doing a Proper Massive Stadium Tour for 2027 in U.K. & Ireland, Including Nights at Wembley

Wunderhorse join the bill as the support act for the U.K. shows.

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Sam Fender announces UK and Ireland ‘Proper Massive Stadium Tour’ for summer 2027

Support comes from Wunderhorse, dates include his first European festival headline slot at Rock Werchter, and pre-sale tickets are on offer to those who pre-order his upcoming fourth album

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Australian Live Entertainment Industry Faces Cost Pressures

“Australians love their live performance experiences but are under more intense cost-of-living pressures and being more selective in their ticket buying choices."

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Australia’s Live Entertainment Industry Feels The Pinch From Escalating Costs

“Australians love their live performance experiences but are under more intense cost-of-living pressures and being more selective in their ticket buying choices."

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Beck Joined by Sacha Baron Cohen on The Tonight Show

The British funnyman flexed his musician muscles for a surprise back seat spot on the cello, supporting Beck on “In the Night.”

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Beck Gets Some Help From Sacha Baron Cohen For ‘Tonight Show’ Performance: Watch

The British funnyman flexed his musician muscles for a surprise back seat spot on the cello, supporting Beck on “In the Night.”

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APRA AMCOS Reports Record Revenue Amidst Decline in Local Content Streams

The Australasian rights organization has posted all-time-high revenue of A$857.4 million, up 8.8%.

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APRA AMCOS Reports Record-High Revenue, Local Content Streams Experience ‘Devastating’ Dip

The Australasian rights organization has posted all-time-high revenue of A$857.4 million, up 8.8%.