Music Business
IFPI Global Report 2026: Recorded Music Revenues Surpass $30 Billion Mark For First Time
The total figure is the highest mark since 1999, not counting for inflation, while the number of paid streaming service users continues to rise.
Global recorded-music revenues grew 6.4% in 2025 to $31.7bn
Global labels body the IFPI has published its annual ‘Global Music Report’, which sets out the revenues earned by the recorded-music industry in 2025. The post is from Music Ally.
UK music industry responds to new government action preventing AI firms from using work without permission – but more needs to be done
The "worst possible outcome" has been avoided, but there's still some distance to go in protecting artists' "voice, likeness and identity", say campaigners The post UK music industry responds to new government action preventing AI firms from using work without permission – but more needs to be done
Apple wins legal battle with Musi after judge rules music app’s lawsuit was “not the paradigm of candor”
Apple has won its legal battle with music app Musi, which sources its music from YouTube rather than having deals with record labels. A judge ruled that Apple was within its rights to axe Musi from its App Store, and also sanctioned Musi’s lawyers for making false claims in their amended lawsuit
SoundExchange boss says all EU countries must change copyright rules so European radio royalties flow to American performers
Ireland last week changed its copyright laws so that radio royalties can now flow to American performers when their music is played on Irish radio. SoundExchange has celebrated the change, caused by an EU court ruling, but some European industry groups say the European Commission should intervene
Norah Jones to Receive Ray Charles Architect of Sound Award & Perform at 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala
Warner Records will be recognized as the 2026 label honoree.
Mark Cuban on Why Music Is ‘The Worst Industry Ever’ (And How Artists Can Still Win) | Billboard On The Record
Mark Cuban joined Billboard On The Record for the first-ever live taping of the podcast at SXSW to share his take on the music industry — and why breaking through as an artist has never been harder. Speaking from his perspective as an investor, Cuban explains how the industry has shifted, with music
Apple wins dismissal of lawsuit from streaming app Musi over 2024 App Store removal
The court also ordered Musi's counsel, Winston & Strawn LLP, to pay Apple's attorneys' fees tied to the sanctions litigation. Source
Global recorded music revenues hit $31.7B in 2025, up 6.4% YoY; users of paid music subscriptions reach 837M
Figures released today (March 18) in IFPI's Global Music Report 2026 show that global recorded music revenues grew by 6.4% YoY Source
Bruno Mars signs global publishing administration deal with Avex Music Group
The agreement takes effect once Mars completes his existing arrangement with BMG/Warner Chappell. Source
🌅 Horizon Future Leaders - Cally Hamilton
This week, we caught up with Cally Hamilton, Sampling And Infringement Assistant at Universal Music Publishing Group.
Member Feature: Beatskip Music Group
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
Labrinth Lashes Out at Music Industry
This is not the first time the singer & producer has aired grievances on the social media platform this week.
Labrinth Lashes Out at Music Industry in New Post: ‘Fake Ain’t a Good Business Plan’
This is not the first time the singer & producer has aired grievances on the social media platform this week.
AFEM Features Beatskip Music Group in Member Spotlight
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.
Enchufada label celebrates 20th anniversary with 'Lisbon Club Story' compilation
Check out the LP's first batida, gqom and amapiano-influenced single 'Rainha' by Tusabe
Luke Alessi launches label, Coffee Cola, shares two tracks: Listen
“Launching this record label is something I’ve been dreaming of for years”
A Short History of AI-Generated Music: From ‘Fake Drake’ to Blockbuster Legal Settlements
In three years, generative AI music has become the industry’s most pressing concern. Here are all the major developments so far.
MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 Announce General Voting Categories & Co-Creation Awards
The awards recognize outstanding works and artists shaping Japan's current music scene, with winners determined by votes from music industry professionals.