Music Industry
Gems in Japan
This week’s Music Ally Country Profile is on Japan, a country which has continued to see revenues climb in 2025 as the second largest domestic recorded music market worldwide. “This growth is dual-engine in nature, with digital revenues up 7% and physical revenues up 12%,” president of Warner Music
Aura readings are the new experiential marketing trend
There’s a new experiential marketing trend on the rise for brand activations that could provide some serious inspo for fan events. According to Event Marketer, brands like Simply Pop and T-Mobile have tapped into the trend of aura reading – where attendees have their energy captured, visualised, an
Circoloco India cancelled less than 24 hours before its scheduled debut in Mumbai
If 2025 was the year of recognition for India’s live music industry—when the world was alerted to the immense potential of the country’s ‘concert economy’—then 2026 is turning out to […] The post is from Music Ally.
Thomann to Host Live Music Trade Fair in May
Live Days runs from May 11 to 30 at their Treppendorf campus
Royalties London talent academy seeks emerging creatives
The latest initiative aimed at young creatives is Royalties London, although it has a long history behind it. The post is from Music Ally.
“An inspiring meeting point for professionals, creators, and tech enthusiasts alike”: Thomann are holding a special live music trade fair in May
Live Days runs from May 11 to 30 at their Treppendorf campus
Liam Gallagher Hints at Oasis 2027 European Tour
The band have been teasing a potential return to the stage since wrapping up their reunion tour last November
Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Drop Dead’ Debuts at No. 1 on ARIA Chart
The U.S. pop star now boasts a fourth No. 1 single in Australia after “Drivers Licence” (six weeks in 2021), “Good 4 U” (five weeks in 2021) and “Vampire” was (one week in 2023)
Oasis 2027 European tour grows more likely as Liam Gallagher tells Italian fans they will “without a doubt, 100 per cent” play Rome next year
The band have been teasing a potential return to the stage since wrapping up their reunion tour last November
Kehlani's Self-Titled Album Ranked
Billboard ranks every song off Kehlani's highly anticipated fifth studio album.
Jason Aldean's 'Songs About Us' Tracklist Ranked
Billboard ranks every song on Jason Aldean's new album 'Songs About Us.'
Jason Aldean’s ‘Songs About Us’: Every Track Ranked
Billboard ranks every song on Jason Aldean's new album 'Songs About Us.'
Kehlani’s Self-Titled Album: All 17 Tracks Ranked
Billboard ranks every song off Kehlani's highly anticipated fifth studio album.
Here Is Rosalía’s Complete ‘Woman of the Year’ Speech at 2026 Billboard Latin Women in Music
"I would love for people to be afraid the women who listen to my songs," said the Spanish superstar.
Lola Indigo Receives Award from David Bisbal at Billboard Latin Women in Music: ‘Respect Legends and Help Those Coming Up’
The Spanish star accepted the Evolution award after delivering a high-voltage performance.
Villano Antillano on New Single "Pichersita" and Upcoming Album
Villano Antillano chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
Young Miko Discusses Motivation Ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026
Young Miko chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.
Godsmack Announces New Record, Dismisses Retirement Rumors
Godsmack's frontman Sully Erna tells Billboard that there is indeed more to come.
‘Definitely There’s Gonna be a New Record:’ Godsmack Crushes Retirement Talk
Godsmack's frontman Sully Erna tells Billboard that there is indeed more to come.
Young Miko Shouts Out Feid & Shares What Motivates Her | Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026
Young Miko chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz ahead of Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026.