Music Industry
Actress and Suzanne Ciani announce new album, 'Concrète Waves'
It's the first release in a new series from Actress' Werkdiscs label capturing improvised music
Symphonic acquires music distribution and YouTube monetization platform Distro Nation
Jon Baltz, CEO and Co-Founder of Distro Nation, will join Symphonic’s executive team as Head of UGC & Rights Management, along with his team. Source
Carnival and Billboard Create Engaging Experience at SXSW 2026
From joke-filled phone booths to impromptu secret shows, Carnival and Billboard brought the playful, high-energy experience fans won’t stop talking about at SXSW 2026
Bring Me the Horizon Cover Tops Hot Hard Rock Songs Chart
The version of “Doomed” dominates following its arrival on Maphra’s social media two months ago.
Nate Smith Discusses Career and New Music
Country star Nate Smith sits down with Billboard’s Melinda Newman for an unforgettable conversation over burritos and shots at Great White in LA. He opens up about his smash hit “After Midnight” with
Nate Smith Gets Real Over Shots: THAT Morgan Wallen Moment, Political Statements & New Music | Takes Us Out
Country star Nate Smith sits down with Billboard’s Melinda Newman for an unforgettable conversation over burritos and shots at Great White in LA. He opens up about his smash hit “After Midnight” with Tyler Hubbard & the party music video shot at his house, how “World on Fire” bought him his dream ho
Musixmatch unveils Sentinel music copyright-detection service
Musixmatch may be best known for its lyrics licensing deals, but the company’s latest product focuses on detecting usage of those lyrics that hasn’t been licensed. It’s called Sentinel, and is pitched as “a real time music copyright detection service designed for user-generated content platforms”. L
Maphra’s Bring Me the Horizon Cover Rules Hot Hard Rock Songs Chart
The version of “Doomed” dominates following its arrival on Maphra’s social media two months ago.
Musixmatch launches ‘Sentinel’ service to detect when copyrighted music and lyrics are used in AI and user-generated content
The new service, called Sentinel, draws on the company's lyrics database. Source
Carnival Cruise Line Brings the Fun at Billboard’s The Stage and SXSW
From joke-filled phone booths to impromptu secret shows, Carnival and Billboard brought the playful, high-energy experience fans won’t stop talking about at SXSW 2026
Pulp digitally release new EP featuring Johnny Cash cover and two new songs
The EP was previously only able to purchase as a 12″ vinyl exclusive via Rough Trade
Kylie Cantrall Signs With Republic Records
The Descendants star will release a new single, "Carrie Bradshaw," via the label this spring.
Chart Rewind: In 2016, Cole Swindell Took One of His Most Personal Songs to No. 1
“You Should Be Here” owes its existence to an emotionally difficult family milestone.
“I have severe Gear Acquisition Syndrome and I hope you enjoy your time following me through my therapy process”: Deadmau5 shows off his insane synth collection in Reverb studio tour
Deadmau5 walks viewers through an array of rare and vintage synthesizers that would make even the most seasoned collector drool
Megan Thee Stallion Discusses Broadway, New Music, and a Cheetos Collaboration
The Grammy-winning rapper also tells Billboard about a "new alter ego" on her Megan: Act III album, which she says will drop this year.
BMG Reports Growth in Profit and Streaming Revenue, Despite Overall Revenue Dip
EBITDA margins hit all-time highs for Lily Allen and Jason Aldean's record label, but divestments from non-core businesses presented a drag on total revenue.
Bristol Venues Oppose Partnership Closure
Around 100 Bristol businesses have signed an open letter against the council’s decision to “quietly close down” the partnership
US Supreme Court backs Cox Communications in piracy fight with labels
The legal battle between multiple labels and US ISP Cox Communications has been running for more than a decade now, but we may have finally reached a decisive verdict – and it’s not in favour of the labels. The case focused on whether Cox was liable for copyright infringement – specifically music-do
BMG’s 2025 Profit, Streaming Subscription Revenue Grows, Total Revenue Slips
EBITDA margins hit all-time highs for Lily Allen and Jason Aldean's record label, but divestments from non-core businesses presented a drag on total revenue.
Bristol Venues Oppose Council Decision on Safeguarding Initiative
Around 100 Bristol businesses have signed an open letter against the council’s decision to “quietly close down” the partnership