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Spotify and Big 3 Record Labels Win $322 Million Decision Against Pirate Group Anna’s Archive [Updated]
The plaintiffs alleged that the pirating platform scraped 86 million music files, "nearly all of the world’s commercial sound recordings." Spotify and Big 3 Record Labels Win $322 Million Decision Against Pirate Group Anna’s Archive [Updated] Wren Graves
Study explores how and why US teens use TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat
As moves for social-media bans for under-16s increase around the world, the US-based Pew Research Center has published an interesting new study on how and why teenagers use three key platforms: TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat. It interviewed 1,485 pairs of teenagers (defined here as 13-17 year-olds)
Music Makers Call for PRS Improvements and Transparency
The campaign aims to combat the “crippling bills” and “black holes” of unclaimed money, and MVT have reaffirmed they “are not trying to reduce songwriter royalties”, but “ensure that the correct songw
Live Nation loses its antitrust lawsuit – so what happens next?
When Live Nation settled with the US Department of Justice a few days into its antitrust trial last month, the expectation was that it would reach a similar settlement with the state attorneys general who were also suing it. It did not, despite setting aside a $280m settlement fund for that exact pu
Council Of Music Makers echo calls for PRS to make “improvements” and be “fair and transparent” after payment campaign launched
The campaign aims to combat the “crippling bills” and “black holes” of unclaimed money, and MVT have reaffirmed they “are not trying to reduce songwriter royalties”, but “ensure that the correct songwriters are paid” The post Council Of Music Makers echo calls for PRS to make “improvements” and be “
Warner Chappell Music signs Grammy winner Claudia Brant to global publishing deal
Grammy-winning songwriter formalizes expanded partnership with WCM as company deepens ties to Latin repertoire and writer development. Source
Concord has entered a strategic partnership with Steven Victor's Victor Victor Worldwide (VVW) to enhance its presence in the hip-hop market. VVW has a track record of launching successful artists like Pop Smoke and Ski Mask the Slump God.
VVW has launched the careers of artists including Pop Smoke and Ski Mask the Slump God. Source
AFEM will participate in International Music Summit (IMS) Ibiza in April, focusing on current industry conversations. Originally reported by AFEM.
We’re looking forward to returning to International Music Summit Ibiza this April, with a programme that reflects the conversations shaping our sector right now.
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Industry Reacts to Live Nation Antitrust Verdict
Orgs representing venues, artists and more are weighing in on Wednesday's historic verdict, which found that the concert giant violated antitrust laws.
Live Nation Verdict Reactions: Industry Stakeholders Sound Off (UPDATING)
Orgs representing venues, artists and more are weighing in on Wednesday's historic verdict, which found that the concert giant violated antitrust laws.
Live Nation Found Guilty of Illegal Monopoly in Concert Industry
The verdict, which came after states called the company an abusive monopolist, raises the prospect that Live Nation will be forced to sell Ticketmaster.
Live Nation Found Guilty of Illegal Monopoly Practices
Penalties against the live-music industry giant will be decided at a later date
Live Nation operated as illegal monopoly, jury finds in landmark antitrust trial
Landmark verdict could reshape the live entertainment industry. Source
Jury Finds Live Nation Acted as an Illegal Monopoly
Penalties against the live-music industry giant will be decided at a later date
Jury Finds Live Nation Illegally Monopolized Live Events Market
The verdict comes after Live Nation was sued by the federal government and states nearly two years go. Jury Finds Live Nation Illegally Monopolized Live Events Market Travis Bland
The Future of Ye's Touring Career
Industry insiders tell Billboard about the controversial star’s live prospects amid a rocky comeback attempt.
What’s the Future of Ye’s Touring Career?
Industry insiders tell Billboard about the controversial star’s live prospects amid a rocky comeback attempt.
AI Artist's Chart Performance Fuels Debate on AI in Music Industry
An AI-generated artist called Eddie Dalton got a lot of press coverage this weekend after reaching number two in the UK charts. Though it was the sales chart that excludes streaming data, which isn’t
Lecrae on Christian Music's Rise and its Connection to Country Music
On Billboard's On the Record podcast, Lecrae explains the link between Christian and Country music, the intersection of faith and business, and why a hit Christian songwriter can live off the royaltie