Music Industry
Spotify Discovery Mode “payola” lawsuit to move into arbitration
Back in November 2025, disgruntled Spotify user Genevieve Capolongo filed a lawsuit against the DSP, claiming that its Discovery Mode feature means that listeners are being misled because “Spotify’s playlists and recommendations are shaped by undisclosed pay-for-play arrangements and hidden commerci
Sony reportedly looking to buy Recognition Music Group’s publishing assets
Recognition Music Group, if you don’t – get it – recognise the name, was the result of the bundling-together of three companies connected to former catalogues-aquirer Hipgnosis: Hipgnosis Songs Fund, Hipgnosis Songs Assets and Hipgnosis Song Management. The new moniker was applied when the companies
Symphonic Next connects indie rightsholders to capital
Distributer Symphonic has announced the launch of Symphonic Next, which is “designed to connect clients with the capital, partnerships, and strategic pathways needed to grow and monetize their businesses.” The platform bridges Symphonic’s expanding role in catalogue monetisation and the accompanyin
“Snubbed” musicians seek $500k from Kanye West in ‘Hurricane’ copyright infringement trial
The case relates to an earlier version of the 'Donda' track that was performed live at a show in Atlanta in 2021
Noah Kahan’s Producer Gabe Simon Goes Behind the Scenes on ‘The Great Divide’: ‘I’d Never Heard Noah Do That Before’: Exclusive
The album, produced by Kahan, Simon and Aaron Dessner, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
Noah Kahan’s Producer Gabe Simon Goes Behind the Scenes on ‘The Great Divide’: ‘I’d Never Heard Noah Do That Before’
The album, produced by Kahan, Simon and Aaron Dessner, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
Live Nation says court ruling against ticket broker supports the company’s bid to dismiss FTC’s BOTS Act lawsuit
Live Nation argued that the Key Investment Group lawsuit is not comparable to its case as they were brought under different subparagraphs of the BOTS Act. Source
Suno reportedly looking to raise $1/4 billion+ in latest funding round
Only six months ago, GenAI music platform Suno announced a $250m Series-C funding round. That valued the company at $2.45bn and took its total funding (post seed and Series A rounds) to $375M. Now, Billboard reports, Suno is looking for another round of funding – that’s Series-D for those of you kee
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively reach settlement in ‘It Ends With Us’ lawsuit
It brings to an end a dispute that dates back to December 2024
Suno is raising another $250 million+ at a $5 billion valuation (reports)
Suno will likely raise above $250 million, the same amount that it pulled in during its Series C just six months ago, sources told Billboard. Source
The Pussycat Dolls cancel North American reunion tour over reports of slow ticket sales
The group said they made the decision "after taking an honest look at the North American run"
The Rolling Stones ‘Paint It, Black’ Owner Settles With Paint Company Over Instagram Ad
ABKCO Music & Records claimed Behr Paint didn't pay to use the 1966 chart-topper in a commercial social media post.
Taylor Swift’s Texts Won’t Get Aired in Court as Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Settle Legal Battle
The messy lawsuit has finally ended, canceling a trial that was set to begin this month and include evidence about the pop superstar.
The Pussycat Dolls Cancel North American Reunion Tour Dates “After Taking an Honest Look” at Ticket Sales
Los Angeles' OUTLOUD Music Festival will be their only US date, while European and UK show will go on as planned. The Pussycat Dolls Cancel North American Reunion Tour Dates “After Taking an Honest Look” at Ticket Sales Ben Kaye
The Pussycat Dolls Cancel North American Reunion Tour Amid Reports of Sluggish Ticket Sales
Los Angeles' OUTLOUD Music Festival will be their only US date, while European and UK show will go on as planned. The Pussycat Dolls Cancel North American Reunion Tour Amid Reports of Sluggish Ticket Sales Ben Kaye
The Pussycat Dolls Cancel North American Reunion Tour
Their European dates are still a go though
Steven Tyler Heading to Trial for Sexual Assault Case After Judge Dismisses Much of Lawsuit
A trial will start on August 31st on the one aspect of the lawsuit that remains. Steven Tyler Heading to Trial for Sexual Assault Case After Judge Dismisses Much of Lawsuit Spencer Kaufman
Noah Kahan Charts All 21 Songs From ‘The Great Divide’ on Hot 100, Tops Artist 100 for First Time
Kahan is the 13th artist to chart 21 Hot 100 hits simultaneously.
Fans React to Megan Thee Stallion & Nickelback’s ‘Pickle’s Back’ Music Video
This is partner content. Megan Thee Stallion and Nickelback teamed up for “Pickle’s Back,” a bold new music video celebrating the return of Cheetos® Flamin’ Hot® Dill Pickle, now available in Puffs too. Billboard hit the streets of Los Angeles to get real fan reactions to the unexpected collaboratio
Justin Bieber & Nicki Minaj’s ‘Beauty and a Beat’ Tops Both Billboard Global Charts
Plus, Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” moonwalks to the top 10.