Music Industry
In the age of generative AI, it’s high time for artists to organize.
Bill Werde, Director of the Bandier Music Business Program at Syracuse University, argues that 2026 is the year artists should finally unionize – wielding joint leverage to improve things for anyone who’s ever stood in front of a mic… Source
Country Profile – Japan 2026
The IFPI charts suggest that Japanese musical exports are booming, thanks to physical sales. The reality is slightly more complex – but still positive. The success of music streaming in Japan isn’t just a growth story – it’s “a high-margin revolution” according to Takeshi Okada, president of Warner
Matt Gralen promoted to CEO of Beatport, Helen Sartory upped to President & COO, as longtime Chief Exec Robb McDaniels moves to Executive Chairman role
Gralen previously served as President and CFO, while Sartory was most recently Chief Revenue Officer. Source
Artists Call for Eurovision Boycott Over Israel Participation
A new open letter is asking the European Broadcasting Union to ban Israel from participating, as it did with Russia in 2022 The post Eurovision 2026: Paul Weller, IDLES, Massive Attack, Paloma Faith,
Eurovision 2026: Paul Weller, IDLES, Massive Attack, Paloma Faith, Kneecap, Primal Scream, Sigur Rós lead 1000+ artists calling for No Music For Genocide boycott over Israel
A new open letter is asking the European Broadcasting Union to ban Israel from participating, as it did with Russia in 2022 The post Eurovision 2026: Paul Weller, IDLES, Massive Attack, Paloma Faith, Kneecap, Primal Scream, Sigur Rós lead 1000+ artists calling for No Music For Genocide boycott over
AFEM to Support Miami Music Week 2026 Programming
As Miami Music Week (MMW) returns, AFEM will be on the ground supporting a programme of gatherings that connect our global community.
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.
Ronnie Wood Announces 2026 Tour with Imelda May
"I'm looking forward to kickin' ass with my back catalogue and some new songs – look out London!"
Ronnie Wood adds UK and European shows to 2026 tour with Imelda May
"I'm looking forward to kickin' ass with my back catalogue and some new songs – look out London!"
AFEM to Support Miami Music Week 2026 Program
As Miami Music Week (MMW) returns, AFEM will be on the ground supporting a programme of gatherings that connect our global community.
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.
AFEM to Support Miami Music Week Events
As Miami Music Week (MMW) returns, AFEM will be on the ground supporting a programme of gatherings that connect our global community.
AFEM to Participate in International Music Summit Ibiza
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.
Greater Music Group aims to rethink the modern label – with AI at its heart
Companies in the music industry are using AI in various ways. But few are doing it quite as ambitiously as Greater Music Group. The post is from Music Ally.
AFEM Features Unison in Member Spotlight
In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor
AFEM to Participate in Miami Music Week
As Miami Music Week (MMW) returns, AFEM will be on the ground supporting a programme of gatherings that connect our global community.
AFEM Announces Plans for International Music Summit Ibiza
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.
AFEM to Support Miami Music Week 2026 Programs
As Miami Music Week (MMW) returns, AFEM will be on the ground supporting a programme of gatherings that connect our global community.
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.
Billboard's Music Industry Events Calendar
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.