Music Industry
India’s Zee Entertainment sues Reliance-Disney venture JioStar over alleged music copyright infringement (report)
Reuters reported that Zee is seeking $3M in damages over the alleged unauthorized use of its music Source
Sony Music Publishing Acquires Recognition Music Group’s Complete Catalog
Following reports that Sony Music Publishing was looking to acquire Recognition Music Group’s catalog from Blackstone, the companies formally announced the deal.
Oasis reunion documentary heads for cinemas – and then Disney+
Whenever you’re calculating attendances for big stadium tours nowadays, you’ll need to add on a few dozen to cover the camera crews filming concert documentaries. Oasis are the latest artist turning their trek into a film – in their case, in partnership with Disney, Magna Studios and Sony Music Visi
Chordal got 5bn TikTok views for Commercial Music Library tracks
We know from various anecdotal examples that TikTok’s Commercial Music Library (CML) can lead to big spikes in views and video creations on the app. Now licensing firm Chordal has provided some more stats on the impact. It signed a deal eight months ago to tap its ‘InstantClear’ technology to help r
UMG and WMG ink tourism-focused deals in south-east Asia
Planning a holiday in south-east Asia? Two major labels are keen to sway your decision about which country to visit. Universal Music Group’s latest deal aims to “amplify Singapore’s appeal as a must-visit destination”, but Warner Music Group’s wants to “showcase Thailand’s appeal to the world throug
Sony Music Group’s revenues grew 21% year-on-year in Q1 2026
We have a full set of financial results for the major labels, with Sony Music Group declaring its first-quarter numbers last week following UMG and WMG’s recent announcements. Sony Music Group’s overall revenues were up 21% year-on-year to ¥570bn ($3.63bn at current exchange rates) in Q1 2026. Meanw
Sony Music Group’s revenues grew 21% year-on-year in Q1 2026
We have a full set of financial results for the major labels, with Sony Music Group declaring its first-quarter numbers last week following UMG and WMG’s recent announcements. Sony Music Group’s overall revenues were up 21% year-on-year to ¥570bn ($3.63bn at current exchange rates) in Q1 2026. Meanw
WMG and Bain Capital splash $300m on Red Hot Chili Peppers catalogue
Warner Music Group clearly realised it didn’t want to be miser when it came to the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ recordings. The major’s joint-venture with Bain Capital has reportedly splashed more than $300m on the catalogue. The Hollywood Reporter broke the news via the usual ‘sources familiar with the m
Sony Music Publishing confirms agreement to acquire Blackstone’s Recognition Music Group catalog, encompassing over 45,000 songs
The deal, announced on Monday (May 11), is subject to customary closing conditions. Source
Taylor Swift hits back at ‘Showgirl’ trademark lawsuit, calling it ‘meritless,’ and alleges plaintiff used her IP in 40+ social media posts
Taylor Swift's legal team has filed an opposition to a motion for preliminary injunction Source
Quantitative Shifts in French Electronic Music: The Ozcillex Surge
French artist adrien has seen an 18% increase in Spotify followers, signaling a concentrated uptick in engagement and momentum within the Ozcillex label context.
Michael Jackson biopic passes $500 million at global box office – as Sony Music reaps streaming windfall from catalog stake
That makes it only the second music biopic ever to cross the $500 million threshold, after 2018's Bohemian Rhapsody. Source
Red Hot Chili Peppers sells recorded music catalog to Warner Music Group for $300 million+
Band had been shopping catalog since early last year, according to reports Source
Ella Mai Teases Upcoming Tour Plans
Billboard caught up with R&B star after her performance at this year's Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival.
Ella Mai Teases Upcoming Do You Still Love Me Tour: ‘We Want to Step It Up a Bit’
Billboard caught up with R&B star after her performance at this year's Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival.
Medicine announces new single Saw You Dancing on Make Your Era
Medicine is set to release a new electronic single titled "Saw You Dancing" via the Make Your Era label on May 8th, 2026.
Foreign Figures announces new single Wings On My Feet for May 2026 release
Foreign Figures is set to release the electronic single "Wings On My Feet" via the Figure label on May 8, 2026.
Tuccillo details new electronic single, Aguas Congas
Spanish artist Tuccillo is slated to release the four-track electronic single Aguas Congas on May 8, 2026, via the Heattraxx label.
AWEN to release new single Love Is Like Music on Cocoon Recordings
AWEN is set to release a single-track electronic project titled Love Is Like Music through the Cocoon Recordings label this May.
Sasha announces new single Get On My Level for Last Night On Earth
Sasha is set to release a new three-track electronic single titled 'Get On My Level' on the Last Night On Earth label this May.