Music Business
Beatskip Music Group Featured by AFEM
In this edition, we’re featuring Beatskip Music Group, founded by Linus Christiansson, a multi-imprint platform built on strong identity and hands-on execution across label concepts, branding, visual
Spinnin’ Records Launches German Label
The first release through Spinnin’ Records Germany is "Awake Tonight" by Afrojack, David Guetta and Sia.
Lil Baby’s Company Sues Biz Partner Over Illegal THC Levels and E. Coli in Hemp Products
The lawsuit claims Bay Smokes is creating a "harmful and negative association" for the rapper's trademarks.
Understanding Sustainability in Electronic Music
The language of sustainability is now firmly embedded in conversations across the music industry, but what do these terms actually mean in practice?
Beatskip Music Group: A Multi-Imprint Platform
In this edition, we’re featuring Beatskip Music Group, founded by Linus Christiansson, a multi-imprint platform built on strong identity and hands-on execution across label concepts, branding, visual
Beatskip Music Group: A Multi-Imprint Platform for Artists
In this edition, we’re featuring Beatskip Music Group, founded by Linus Christiansson, a multi-imprint platform built on strong identity and hands-on execution across label concepts, branding, visual
AFEM Addresses Sexual Harassment in Electronic Music Industry
We call for clear accountability, active support, and safer structures so that our culture lives up to the values our music represents.
IFF LA Introduces a Focused Booking Environment for Festivals
International Festival Forum is moving into the US market with a Los Angeles edition that reflects how festival booking continues to consolidate around structured, in-person dealmaking environments. The platform has operated for years as a central meeting point for agents, promoters, and festival pr
Billboard’s Music Industry Events Calendar
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
Billboard Music Industry Events Calendar Released
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
Afroman Calls Out Ohio Cops After His Defamation Lawsuit Win: ‘They Was Bullying Me, So I Bullied Them Back’
"They lost the bully game with all their AR-15s and Beetle Bailey helmets and battle shields," he said in a new interview.
Seeker Music Acquires Nu Shooz Catalog Amidst Industry Deal Activity
Other recent deals include Secretly's acquisition of Babel Ops and Atlantic Music Group's partnership with FADER Label.
Billboard's Music Industry Events Calendar Highlights Key Occurrences
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
Girl Trouble Releases First Album in 23 Years
The veteran garage rockers will share As Is on June 26 via their original label home, K Records
Salt N Pepa termination rights ruling makes creator protections in US “illusory”, say artist advocacy groups
Salt N Pepa’s legal battle with Universal Music is set to become another crucial test case around the creator’s termination right in US copyright law. Entertainment lawyers and creator groups have now urged appeal judges to overturn a judgement in Universal’s favour to allow more scrutiny in court
Girl Trouble Return With First Album in 23 Years
The veteran garage rockers will share As Is on June 26 via their original label home, K Records
Lawyers Vow to Continue Landmark Copyright Fight After Initial Victory
After winning a first-ever ruling, Tim Kappel & Loren Wells tell Billboard they're ready for a Supreme Court fight: "I like our argument better than I like theirs."
The Deals: Seeker Music Acquires Catalog of Nu Shooz, ’80s Synth-Pop Duo Behind ‘I Can’t Wait’
Other recent deals include Secretly's acquisition of Babel Ops and Atlantic Music Group's partnership with FADER Label.
‘We’ve Been Told We’re Crazy’: Lawyers in Landmark Copyright Case Aren’t Backing Down
After winning a first-ever ruling, Tim Kappel & Loren Wells tell Billboard they're ready for a Supreme Court fight: "I like our argument better than I like theirs."
Latin Music Achieves Milestone $1 Billion in U.S. Revenue
According to the RIAA's year-end report, Latin music claimed 8.8% of U.S. market share.