Music Industry
Warner Music Group Reports Q1 2026 Revenue of $1.73B
Warner Music Group published its calendar Q1 results today (May 7) Source
Tencent Music Addresses Copyright and AI Risks
TME said it took down over 27,000 songs specifically involved in what it categorizes as "song theft," "song laundering," and "trend hijacking" Source
Paladin Artists Expansion and Potential Acquisition
The moves mark a significant expansion push for the independent live agency founded by Andy Somers and Steve Martin in 2021. Source
Warner Music Group Q1 2026 Revenue and Streaming Growth
Warner Music Group published its calendar Q1 results today (May 7) Source
Tencent Music Addresses Copyright Issues and AI Risks
TME said it took down over 27,000 songs specifically involved in what it categorizes as "song theft," "song laundering," and "trend hijacking" Source
Paladin Artists CEO Appointment and Acquisition Talks
The moves mark a significant expansion push for the independent live agency founded by Andy Somers and Steve Martin in 2021. Source
AFEM Health Roundtable: Tinnitus and Hearing Health
On Tuesday 5 May, AFEM hosts a public roundtable on tinnitus and hearing health for the electronic music industry. Two guests bring direct, lived and professional experience to a candid, practical con
Feedback MTUK x AFEM: a music tech pitch competition for electronic labels and publishers
Feedback is Music Technology UK's recurring pitch competition for music tech founders. AFEM is teaming up with MTUK on this one to put electronic music labels and publishers at the centre of the room.
Paladin Artists Appoints Rick Levy as CEO, Plans Acquisition
The moves mark a significant expansion push for the independent live agency founded by Andy Somers and Steve Martin in 2021. Source
Warner Music Group Q1 2026 Revenue and Streaming Growth
Warner Music Group published its calendar Q1 results today (May 7) Source
AFEM Health Roundtable on Tinnitus and Hearing Health
On Tuesday 5 May, AFEM hosts a public roundtable on tinnitus and hearing health for the electronic music industry. Two guests bring direct, lived and professional experience to a candid, practical con
Feedback MTUK x AFEM Host Music Tech Pitch Competition
Feedback is Music Technology UK's recurring pitch competition for music tech founders. AFEM is teaming up with MTUK on this one to put electronic music labels and publishers at the centre of the room.
Kanye West Testifies in Sample Dispute
Kanye West took to the witness stand yesterday in a copyright dispute over uncleared samples in early versions of his tracks ‘Hurricane’ and ‘Moon’. The rapper told the court that he is “very generous
Tencent Music Addresses AI Risks and Copyright Infringement
TME said it took down over 27,000 songs specifically involved in what it categorizes as "song theft," "song laundering," and "trend hijacking" Source
Paladin Artists Expands with New CEO and Potential Acquisition
The moves mark a significant expansion push for the independent live agency founded by Andy Somers and Steve Martin in 2021. Source
At Grammy Hall of Fame Event, Aaron Bay-Schuck Recalls the Advice Mo Ostin Gave Him About Running One of the Industry’s Most Respected Labels
Warner artists Teddy Swims and Josh Groban each performed two songs as part of the salute.
5 Highlights From Olivia Rodrigo’s Invite-OnlySpotify Billions Club Live Show in Barcelona: ‘The Most Beautiful City Ever’
Billboard was onsite for the concert featuring Rodrigo's biggest hits ahead of the major El Clásico match at Spotify Camp Nou.
At Grammy Hall of Fame Event, Aaron Bay-Schuck Recalls the Advice Mo Ostin Gave Him About Running One of the Industry’s Most Respected Labels
Warner artists Teddy Swims and Josh Groban each performed two songs as part of the salute.
Tencent Music Addresses Copyright and AI Risks, Removes 250,000+ Songs
TME said it took down over 27,000 songs specifically involved in what it categorizes as "song theft," "song laundering," and "trend hijacking" Source
Paladin Artists Appoints Rick Levy as CEO, Eyes Entourage Talent Acquisition
The moves mark a significant expansion push for the independent live agency founded by Andy Somers and Steve Martin in 2021. Source