Streaming & Digital
Universal and Sony add stream ripping claims to Suno lawsuit
Earlier this month Universal and Sony were given permission to add stream ripping allegations to their Suno lawsuit, prompting the filing of an amended complaint this week. Those allegations may make
Suno Sued by Canadian Music Rights Organization SOCAN for Copyright Infringement
The organization filed a lawsuit against the AI music platform for allegedly infringing at least 150 songs within its repertoire.
Suno Sued by Canadian Music Rights Organization SOCAN for Copyright Infringement
The organization filed a lawsuit against the AI music platform for allegedly infringing at least 150 songs within its repertoire.
L-Acoustics Invests in Djaayz to Make Hospitality Sound More Intentional
L-Acoustics has taken a strategic stake in Djaayz, the DJ-booking platform co-founded by Cathy Guetta and Raphaël Aflalo, in a move that says a lot about how seriously hospitality venues are starting to treat music. On paper, the partnership is fairly direct. Djaayz helps venues discover, book, and
Universal and Sony Amend Suno Lawsuit with Stream Ripping Claims
Earlier this month Universal and Sony were given permission to add stream ripping allegations to their Suno lawsuit, prompting the filing of an amended complaint this week. Those allegations may make
Songs Experience Streaming Surges Following "GTA VI" Trailer Feature
This week's Trending Up looks at songs old and new exploding on DSPs due to their use in a teaser video for the much-anticipated new game, as well as bumps for Noah Kahan and Oh Wonder.
Mateusz Smółka named Managing Director of Warner Music Eastern Europe
Smółka, who joins from Spotify after eight years at the company, will take up the newly created role on Monday (September 7). Source
Mateusz Smółka named Managing Director of Warner Music Eastern Europe
Smółka, who joins from Spotify after eight years at the company, will take up the newly created role on Monday (September 7). Source
LISA Documentary to Receive Theatrical Release
Always Lalisa will be available in IMAX and cinemas before streaming exclusively on YouTube Premium.
LISA Documentary About Her ‘Transformative Year Away From BLACKPINK’ Is Coming to Theaters
Always Lalisa will be available in IMAX and cinemas before streaming exclusively on YouTube Premium.
Jermaine Dupri’s So So Def drops $18m royalty lawsuit against Sony Music after parties ‘resolved the matter’
The dismissal was without prejudice, leaving Dupri and his companies free to bring the claims again. Source
‘Super Mario’ Soundtrack Reimagined as Jazz Vinyl
‘Live From the Mushroom Kingdom’ is available to stream now
‘Super Mario’ soundtrack classics get jazz reworking for new vinyl
‘Live From the Mushroom Kingdom’ is available to stream now
NIVA slams amendments to California’s AB 1349 ticketing bill
In March last year, we wrote about a proposed bill in California that would ban ‘speculative’ ticketing – where people list tickets that they don’t actually own (yet) on secondary platforms. The post is from Music Ally.
Musixmatch launches Pro for Labels to help record companies manage and distribute lyrics at scale
The platform is aimed at labels ranging from independents managing a small roster to organizations managing thousands of artists and releases. Source
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Ice Spice and Lil Yachty, Turnstile and Slayyyter: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Pitchfork Selects Weekly Playlist
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Spotify releases India data from its 2025 Loud & Clear report
Key Takeaways Spotify has put out a bunch of India-specific statistics from its annual Loud & Clear report. Among the highlights: the royalties generated by Indian artists on the DSP […] The post is from Music Ally.
This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist Features Ice Spice, Lil Yachty, Turnstile, and Slayyyter
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Pitchfork Selects: This Week's Playlist
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat