Music Industry
‘Assassin’s Creed Blag Flag: Resynced’ soundtrack is available to stream
Featuring 34 classic tracks and 22 new songs
Warner Music asks court to dismiss US musicians’ lawsuit over Suno, Udio deals
Warner says the union brought the lawsuit "in an improper attempt to place a judicial thumb on the negotiation scales." Source
Fuerza Regida’s push to exit Rancho Humilde deal under the ‘seven-year rule’ survives dismissal bid
Rancho sued the band in 2025 over what it called unauthorized performances, and Fuerza Regida countersued, alleging the label withheld royalties. Source
Dan Nevin appointed VP, Industry Relations at Merlin
Nevin will lead Merlin's engagement with independent trade associations and strategic partners worldwide. Source
Addressing Friction in Music Rights and Royalties
A simple question, "why can't this just work?", sparked one of AFEM's most popular member roundtables and an industry report on the friction across music data, rights and royalties. On 2 July, AFEM an
AFEM Backs Call for Artist Consent in AI Music Deals
AFEM has signed the EMMA-led joint industry statement calling for artists and songwriters to retain meaningful consent, control, transparency and fair compensation in AI music deals.
Lifecycle of an Electronic Music Release
Designed for artists, labels and music professionals, the session will trace the full lifecycle of an electronic music release.
Change The Beat launches initiative for 300 label signings by 2028
Global non-profit organisation Change The Beat has announced a broadened support programme for women and gender-expansive artists.
AFEM supports call for artist consent in AI music deals.
AFEM has signed the EMMA-led joint industry statement calling for artists and songwriters to retain meaningful consent, control, transparency and fair compensation in AI music deals.
Lifecycle of an electronic music release explored.
Designed for artists, labels and music professionals, the session will trace the full lifecycle of an electronic music release.
The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Drake, Mariah Carey & More: Acts With the Most Billboard 200 & Hot 100 No. 1s Combined
These artists stand at the pinnacle of chart success with both albums and songs.
Billboard Ranks Top Artists by Combined Album and Song Chart Success
These artists stand at the pinnacle of chart success with both albums and songs.
Top Artists by Combined Billboard Chart Success
These artists stand at the pinnacle of chart success with both albums and songs.
StubHub Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over CEO's Ticket Broker Activities
A fan claims that Eric Baker's involvement with a reselling fund, while disclosed in a regulatory filing, was not publicized to consumers.
Billboard’s Music Industry Events Calendar
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
StubHub Hit With Customer Class Action Fraud Lawsuit Over CEO’s Ticket Broker Side Gig
A fan claims that Eric Baker's involvement with a reselling fund, while disclosed in a regulatory filing, was not publicized to consumers.
Top Artists by Combined Billboard Chart Success
These artists stand at the pinnacle of chart success with both albums and songs.
Sony Music to Shutter Newly Unionized Punk Merch Warehouse
The company denies union-busting allegations, saying its closure of Kings Road Merch in Minneapolis was planned long before union talks began
Top Artists on Billboard Charts
These artists stand at the pinnacle of chart success with both albums and songs.
Madonna Reaches No. 1 on Billboard 200
CONFESSIONS II brings the Queen of Pop back to the top.