Music Industry
AFEM Series Features Owen Kiernan on Cutting Through Digital Noise
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev
AFEM Podcast Discusses Live Electronic Music Shows
Developing a live electronic music show is one of the most complex steps an artist can take. The latest AFEM Industry Insider podcast brings together four practitioners working at the sharp end of liv
Will Smith Wins Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
A judge says Brian King Joseph, who performed on the star's Based on a True Story tour, has not lodged a sufficient claim for workplace misconduct.
Will Smith Defeats Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Brought by ‘America’s Got Talent’ Violinist
A judge says Brian King Joseph, who performed on the star's Based on a True Story tour, has not lodged a sufficient claim for workplace misconduct.
AFEM to Participate in International Music Summit Ibiza 2026
We’re looking forward to returning to International Music Summit Ibiza this April, with a programme that reflects the conversations shaping our sector right now.
Cr2 Records Exec on Navigating Music Release Saturation
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev
AFEM Podcast: Evolving DJ Sets into Live Electronic Performances
Developing a live electronic music show is one of the most complex steps an artist can take. The latest AFEM Industry Insider podcast brings together four practitioners working at the sharp end of liv
WMG Revenue Jumps 17% to $1.7B on Major Q1 Releases From Bruno Mars, sombr & More
"After years of doing hard, unsexy, foundational work ... we have now hit our stride," CEO Robert Kyncl said on an earnings call.
WMG Revenue Jumps 17% to $1.7B on Major Q1 Releases From Bruno Mars, sombr & More
"After years of doing hard, unsexy, foundational work ... we have now hit our stride," CEO Robert Kyncl said on an earnings call.
Jason Derulo Wins ‘Savage Love’ Copyright Trial: Session Guitarist Can’t Get Royalties
A jury rejected Matthew Spatola's claims that he was a co-writer and producer on the No. 1 hit from 2020.
AFEM Announces Plans for International Music Summit Ibiza 2026
We’re looking forward to returning to International Music Summit Ibiza this April, with a programme that reflects the conversations shaping our sector right now.
Owen Kiernan Discusses Cutting Through Digital Noise
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev
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
AFEM Podcast Addresses Live Electronic Music Performance
Developing a live electronic music show is one of the most complex steps an artist can take. The latest AFEM Industry Insider podcast brings together four practitioners working at the sharp end of liv
BMG, Concord Discuss Potential Major Indie Merger
"Call it major, call it indie. Doesn't matter. It's a very strong company, a very clear vision, with the means and nimbleness to invest," says BMG's Thomas Coesfeld.
RAYE Calls Out ‘Nasty’ Amy Winehouse Fans
"It's the same evil," she told Billboard in her May cover story.
RAYE Calls Out ‘Nasty’ Amy Winehouse Fans Who Tear Her Down in the Name of ‘Defending’ Late Icon
"It's the same evil," she told Billboard in her May cover story.
Warner Music Group generated $1.73B in calendar Q1 2026; subscription streaming revenues rose 12.7% YoY
Warner Music Group published its calendar Q1 results today (May 7) Source
Heads of BMG, Concord Talk Major Indie Merger: ‘We Have a Very Clear Vision’
"Call it major, call it indie. Doesn't matter. It's a very strong company, a very clear vision, with the means and nimbleness to invest," says BMG's Thomas Coesfeld.
Owen Kiernan Discusses Cutting Through Digital Noise for Artists
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev