Music Industry
Tupac Shakur’s family file wrongful death lawsuit, seeking unspecified damages
It alleges that he was not shot out of “mere retaliation for a prior altercation”, but the alleged murder was instead part of a “complex conspiracy”
UK government should clarify whether it’s investing in AI companies that use unlicensed training data, say campaigners
The UK government has set up a Sovereign AI Unit to support British AI companies. But it’s not clear if supported companies are obliged to get licences for any copyright protected works used in AI training. That’s a problem and a missed opportunity according to House Of Lords member Beeban Kidron
Tame Impala and JENNIE’s ‘Dracula’ Stakes Its Claim at No. 1 on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs Chart
The song replaces sombr's "Back to Friends" there and continues to rule Hot Dance/Electronic Songs.
Primary Wave Raises Additional $2.2 Billion For Song Catalog Investments
The publishing giant called it "the largest dedicated closed-end music royalties fund raised to date" in a press release.
Ella Langley’s Strong 2nd Week for ‘Dandelion’ Puts Her in Rare Company With Taylor Swift & Beyoncé
The country star holds at No. 1 on both Top Country Albums and the Billboard 200.
Keke Palmer to Host Billboard Women in Music 2026
The multi-hyphenate told Jimmy Kimmel that she's excited about the show's honorees, especially the KPop Demon Hunters singers, whose music took her house "by storm" this year.
Siblings Detail Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
Robyn Releases New Version of "Blow My Mind" with CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso
The reworked Sexistential track comes with a synchronized dance video
Rimas Entertainment Presents SONAR: ‘A Record Label Where Artists Can Develop with Freedom’
The label's roster includes Cris MJ, Yan Block, Hades66 and more.
"Out of the first 10 Prophets sold, one went to Rick Wakeman, one to David Bowie, and one to Joe Zawinul. It took off from there": The history of Sequential in 10 synths, sequencers and drum machines
We chart the rise, fall and revival of one of the synth world's true titans
Robyn Enlists CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso for New Version of “Blow My Mind”
The reworked Sexistential track comes with a synchronized dance video
Robyn Enlists CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso for New Version of “Blow My Mind”
The reworked Sexistential track comes with a synchronized dance video
🌅 Horizon Future Leaders - Ben Binner
Ben Binner is Senior Director Of Commercial Development And Strategy at Sun Label Group - the label group behind the legendary Sun Records, Gaither Music and Green Hill Records catalogues, home to Elvis Presley’s first recordings, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and the birth of rock n roll.
Prediction Markets Transform Fan Engagement with Music, Billboard Reports
Prediction markets have become mainstream and are changing the way fans engage with music and pop culture. Kalshi COO and co-founder Luana Lopes Lara joins Billboard On The Record to discuss how the p
Sexual Assault Lawsuit Filed Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
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 conversation moderated by AFEM Health Co-Chair Izzy Naud. The post AFEM Health Roundtable: Tinnitus and
HYBE posts record Q1 revenue of $477M, up 39.5% YoY, driven by BTS comeback
HYBE's latest earnings filing was published on Wednesday, April 29 Source
Keke Palmer to Host Billboard Women in Music 2026
The multi-hyphenate told Jimmy Kimmel that she's excited about the show's honorees, especially the "KPop Demon Hunters" singers, whose music took her house "by storm" this year.
Sexual Assault Lawsuit Filed Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
How Music Fans Are Cashing In on Kalshi Predictions w/ Luana Lopes Lara | Billboard On The Record
Prediction markets have become mainstream and are changing the way fans engage with music and pop culture. Kalshi COO and co-founder Luana Lopes Lara joins Billboard On The Record to discuss how the platform is expanding into new categories and giving music superfans the ability to put money behind