Music Business
IFPI backs web-blocking frenzy in five Latin American markets
Global record industry trade group IFPI has welcomed coordinated action by government agencies in five Latin American countries to secure web-blocks against 300+ piracy domains. IFPI says the action “will help protect artists and fans while supporting a healthier digital marketplace for music”
Sam Smith and Normani must face a jury over Dancing with a Stranger as judge refuses to end copyright case
The decision points the case toward a jury trial, four and a half years after it was filed by Sound and Color, LLC. Source
Re:versal brings rare Calibre and Blu Mar Ten remixes to vinyl
Calibre, Blu Mar Ten, Erykah Badu, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, Bo Saris and Adam F feature on the label’s latest heavyweight vinyl release. Re:versal Records returns with REV004, bringing together four drum & bass cuts unearthed from the Universal Music Group archive and pressed onto limited
THE SANDBOX GUIDE TO… Marketing trends of 2026 (so far)
Sandbox Guides are for music marketers: They explain how you can use new platforms, create new strategies, and build new audiences. The Guides feature cutting-edge case studies, expert interviews, benchmark data, […] The post is from Music Ally.
The case for small catalogues – when 50 songs are better than 50 million (guest column)
Guest column: Music Ally publishes guest columns voicing the opinions of notable authors, or advancing specific perspectives on important issues. These are chosen at the Editorial team’s discretion, are not […] The post is from Music Ally.
India is adding more ‘Superstar’ artists on Chartmetric than any other country
Data analytics platform Chartmetric has released The New Sound of Global Music, a report that examines how five of the world’s most dynamic music markets, Brazil, Mexico, India, Nigeria and […] The post is from Music Ally.
Frances Shillito on Safeguarding in the Music Industry
Frances Shillito spent her career in artist management and venue relations. She now trains the music industry in safeguarding, and she argues the appetite for change has finally outpaced the infrastru
Sounds Market Promotes Circular Economy in DJ Equipment
Sounds Market has refurbished and resold more than 1,800 DJ devices since 2023, making the circular economy a working alternative to buying new. In this Member Feature, Pau Agustí explains why discont
Sony Music group joins ‘responsible AI’ policy coalition Ariam
Ariam? It’s new to us, but that’s no surprise: the Alliance for Responsible Innovation in the Arts & Media didn’t have any music-industry members until this week. The post is from Music Ally.
Indies update: Partisan x OTM Music, Ace Records’ Proper deal
Independent label Partisan Music is expanding its publishing business through a merger with OTM Music. Partisan has bought out Firebird Music Holdings’ stake in OTM as part of the deal. The post is from Music Ally.
YouTube reveals new music features, Coachella extension and more
Last night saw YouTube hold its ‘Made on YouTube’ event, announcing its latest features, business partnerships and tools for creators. There were plenty of points of interest for artists and the music industry, too. The post is from Music Ally.
Member Feature: TicketSwap
Our latest Member Feature is now live, featuring Aron Farkas, International Growth Manager at TicketSwap: Europe’s leading ethical secondary ticketing marketplace, bringing fans and experiences togeth
Member Voices: Frances Shillito on Safeguarding in Music
Frances Shillito spent her career in artist management and venue relations. She now trains the music industry in safeguarding, and she argues the appetite for change has finally outpaced the infrastru
AFEM Industry Insider: After the Algorithm
Long‑form content is becoming a more sustainable way to build audiences in a post‑social era. This episode shares what’s working now: formats that retain attention, platforms that reward depth, and th
Sounds Market champions circular economy in DJ equipment
Sounds Market has refurbished and resold more than 1,800 DJ devices since 2023, making the circular economy a working alternative to buying new. In this Member Feature, Pau Agustí explains why discont
Partisan acquires Firebird’s interest in indie pubco OTM Music, merges it with its Left Music publishing arm
As part of the merger, OTM will incorporate the team and roster of Left Music, the publishing company Partisan set up with Craig Michie in 2022. Source
Taylor Swift's Lawyers Argue 'Life Of A Showgirl' Lawsuit is Meritless
The popstar’s team have said the confusion between Swift’s album and Maren’s brand were “unlikely” and that the court “should” dismiss the case
Frances Shillito: Rethinking Safeguarding Strategies in Music
Frances Shillito spent her career in artist management and venue relations. She now trains the music industry in safeguarding, and she argues the appetite for change has finally outpaced the infrastru
AFEM Industry Insider Explores Post-Algorithm Content Strategies
Long‑form content is becoming a more sustainable way to build audiences in a post‑social era. This episode shares what’s working now: formats that retain attention, platforms that reward depth, and th
Sounds Market: Promoting Circular Economy in DJ Gear
Sounds Market has refurbished and resold more than 1,800 DJ devices since 2023, making the circular economy a working alternative to buying new. In this Member Feature, Pau Agustí explains why discont