Music Business
M.I.A. sues Kid Cudi for $2.8M after being fired from Rebel Ragers Tour
The lawsuit alleges that Kid Cudi "instructed Live Nation to breach the Agreement to generate publicity and ticket sales for the Tour." Source
UMG joins Bolloré Group in rejecting Pershing Square offer
Well, that didn’t take long then. A couple of days after UMG shareholder the Bolloré Group firmly rejected hedge-fund Pershing Square’s acquisition bid for the major label, now UMG itself has followed suit. In its announcement, UMG said that its board of directors had unanimously decided that the €5
M.I.A. Files Lawsuit Against Kid Cudi
“He has ridiculed and attempted to ‘cancel’ M.I.A. to market the tour and sell tickets,” the filing reads
M.I.A. sues Kid Cudi for $2.8million, alleging he kicked her off tour to “generate publicity” after making controversial comments
“He has ridiculed and attempted to ‘cancel’ M.I.A. to market the tour and sell tickets,” the filing reads
Andrew Jenkins to depart Universal Music Publishing Group after nearly two decades
Jenkins announced his exit on Monday (June 1) Source
Ecca Vandal's Rebellious Return to Music
After the success of her debut album, the Aussie punk found herself uninspired by the “surface-level and formulaic” nature of the industry. After going off-grid to rediscover her creative instinct, sh
Ecca Vandal’s rebellious return follows a path of her own
After the success of her debut album, the Aussie punk found herself uninspired by the “surface-level and formulaic” nature of the industry. After going off-grid to rediscover her creative instinct, she’s now ready to re-conquer the scene The post Ecca Vandal’s rebellious return follows a path of her
Andrew Jenkins to Depart UMPG Australia and Pacific
Jenkins joined BMG Music Publishing International in 1993 as Vice President.
UMPG Australia and Pacific President Andrew Jenkins to Depart After Nearly Two Decades
Jenkins joined BMG Music Publishing International in 1993 as Vice President.
M.I.A. Sues Kid Cudi
She claims he caused Live Nation to breach the contract, in which she was owed $2,805,000
M.I.A. Sues Kid Cudi Over Tour Removal
She claims he caused Live Nation to breach the contract, in which she was owed $2,805,000
M.I.A. Files Lawsuit Against Kid Cudi for Over $2.8 Million
The British rapper claimed Kid Cudi booted her from the tour to get publicity and sell tickets. M.I.A. Sues Kid Cudi for More Than $2.8M After Being Kicked Off Tour Travis Bland
Reservoir Media Reports Strong Financial Performance with Increased Revenue
Reservoir Media has published its fiscal Q4 (calendar Q1) and full-year financial results for its fiscal 2026, ended March 31, 2026. Source
Downtown Music Publishing to Administer Biz Markie Catalog
Deal covers publishing administration and sync licensing, alongside representation of the late artist's NIL rights. Source
Reservoir's Financial Results Fiscal 2026
Reservoir Media has published its fiscal Q4 (calendar Q1) and full-year financial results for its fiscal 2026, ended March 31, 2026. Source
The Velocity of panicbaby: Analyzing a Strategic Surge in Digital Engagement
A 15% surge in Spotify followers for panicbaby indicates a significant uptick in audience acquisition, marking a pivotal shift in the UK artist's digital engagement metrics.
Daniel Findikian on Music Industry Education
EMIC founder Daniel Findikian talks music industry education, emerging markets, and more Source
Reservoir Media Fiscal Year Results
Reservoir Media has published its fiscal Q4 (calendar Q1) and full-year financial results for its fiscal 2026, ended March 31, 2026. Source
German Artist Absolutely Sees Accelerated Growth in Spotify Engagement
Driven by a 27% increase in Spotify followers, German artist Absolutely is demonstrating a significant upward trajectory in digital audience acquisition and platform engagement.
Lucian Grainge on AI and the music industry
Three things you might have missed from Grainge's fireside chat at the GREATER Together LA summit last week Source