Music Business
Universal Alleges DistroKid's Valuation Based on AI Infringement
Universal claims that distributor DistroKid achieved its recent $2 billion valuation by providing a pipeline for AI slop and copyright infringing music, to the detriment of artists and labels. It has
Ed Sheeran Tour Controversy Sparks Wider Industry Debate
The drama continues following the axing of Macklemore from Ed Sheeran’s US tour over his on-stage support for Palestine. Sheeran himself is taking a lot of heat, though some in the industry have expre
Member Feature: Aron Farkas from 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
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
AFEM Industry Insider: Sustainable Audiences Post-Social
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 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
Universal Alleges DistroKid's Valuation is Tied to AI Infringement
Universal claims that distributor DistroKid achieved its recent $2 billion valuation by providing a pipeline for AI slop and copyright infringing music, to the detriment of artists and labels. It has
Ed Sheeran Tour Controversy Sparks Wider Industry Debate
The drama continues following the axing of Macklemore from Ed Sheeran’s US tour over his on-stage support for Palestine. Sheeran himself is taking a lot of heat, though some in the industry have expre
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
AFEM Industry Insider: Building Audiences Post-Social Media
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's Circular Economy Success
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
Outkast Sue Ovrkast for Having “Nearly Identical” Name
A new lawsuit claims the Oakland rapper-producer reneged on an earlier agreement with the Grammy-winning duo to change his name to Overkxst
AFEM Industry Insider Discusses Post-Algorithm Audience Building
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
Tame Impala, Genesis Owusu Lead 2026 ARIA Awards Nominations
The Australian recorded music industry’s flagship awards ceremony will be presented Wednesday, Nov. 18 at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion.
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
AFEM Industry Insider: Building Audiences Post-Social Media
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: A Circular Economy for 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
Tame Impala, Genesis Owusu Lead 2026 ARIA Awards Nominations: Full List
The Australian recorded music industry’s flagship awards ceremony will be presented Wednesday, Nov. 18 at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion.
Frances Shillito Argues for Effective Safeguarding Strategies
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 Discusses Post-Algorithm Audience Building
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