Music Industry
Korean Music Industry Groups Race to Build Blockchain Defense Against AI Exploitation
A new industry coalition aims to track every song's creation path before AI commercialization becomes irreversible.
Unison's Digital-First Approach to Music Rights Management
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
K-Pop Solo Labels Under Scrutiny by Regulators
As artists pursue independence through one-person agencies, government regulators struggle to distinguish valid businesses from tax optimization vehicles.
'Hannah Montana' Stars on Which Song They'd Remix
Billboard caught up with Miley Cyrus, Jason Earles, REI AMI and more on the red carpet of the ‘Hannah Montana’ 20th Anniversary Special to find out which Hannah Montana song they’d choose to remix. Wh
North Carolina Man Admits to $10 Million AI Music Royalty Fraud
“Although the songs and listeners were fake, the millions of dollars Smith stole was real”, said US Attorney Jay Clayton
Miley Cyrus, REI AMI & More Share Which ‘Hannah Montana’ Song They’d Remix on 20th-Anniversary Special Red Carpet | Billboard News
Billboard caught up with Miley Cyrus, Jason Earles, REI AMI and more on the red carpet of the ‘Hannah Montana’ 20th Anniversary Special to find out which Hannah Montana song they’d choose to remix. Which Hannah Montana song would you remix? Let us know in the comments! Tetris Kelly: A lot of hits ca
Tax Cheat or Legitimate Business? As More K-Pop Stars Launch Solo Labels, Regulators Crack Down
As artists pursue independence through one-person agencies, government regulators struggle to distinguish valid businesses from tax optimization vehicles.
Unison's Approach to Digital Publishing Rights Management Featured
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
Billboard Dance Charts: Harry Styles and Others Reach New Peaks
Check out the latest action across Billboard’s dance charts.
AI Training Lawsuit Update: UMG Argues Against Anthropic AI
Music publishers are laying out an argument on the critical legal question that could decide the billion-dollar battle over AI training.
Dance Moves: Harry Styles, John Summit & Rohaan, Milky & Mall Grab Hit New Highs
Check out the latest action across Billboard’s dance charts.
Tank's 'Control' Reaches No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
The singer equals Charlie Wilson for the most No. 1s among male artists and ties for second overall.
Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds' 'Mutiny After Midnight' Debuts at No. 3 on Album Chart
This week's Five Burning Questions looks at Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds No. 3-bowing set, the highest debut for the Sturgill Simpson moniker.
Tia Ray Performs at UCLA, Discusses Debut Album
"Even though it’s my first time at UCLA, it feels like home," Tia tells Billboard China.
Tia Ray Takes Over UCLA With Surprise Performance & Talks Debut English Album ‘New Day’
"Even though it’s my first time at UCLA, it feels like home," Tia tells Billboard China.
Tank’s Janet Jackson-Inspired ‘Control’ Seizes No. 1 Spot on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
The singer equals Charlie Wilson for the most No. 1s among male artists and ties for second overall.
The Wave Rises: Max B & French Montana Crown Rhythmic Airplay Chart
The friends top the radio ranking with their first collaborative single since Max B's release from prison.
Harry Styles' Notable Billboard Hot 100 Performance
Dating to his solo chart debut apart from One Direction in 2017, Styles has been a regular resident in the Hot 100's upper reaches.
Calibre 50 Achieves Milestones on Billboard Charts
The group made its Latin Airplay chart debut in 2010 and gets its first No. 1 after more than 40 charting hits.
‘People want fewer layers between themselves and the thing they care about.’
First, Justin Kalifowitz saw that music publishing was changing. Then, he saw indie services were the future. Now, with Downtown sold in two parts – for a combined price of $1.2 billion – where does he see the world of entertainment heading next? Source