Streaming & Digital
How New Superfan Streaming App Tapedeck Plans to Shake Up Artist Royalties, One Penny at a Time
"We are here to make it easier to make a living making music,” says Tim Quirk about his pay-as-you-go superfan app, which sets the floor at a penny per stream.
Suno-backed lobbying group sees a ‘gotcha’ in UMG earnings call
We reported last week on Universal Music Group's earnings call, including comments by its digital boss Michael Nash about how unpopular most AI-generated music is. “Despite the huge volume of AI uploads, the aggregate organic consumption of AI content by actual consumers is less than 0.5% based on t
PRS for Music sues Steam games-store owner over soundtracks
Good news if you've been hankering after a music-industry lawsuit that has nothing to do with either AI or the live sector. UK collecting society PRS for Music is taking legal action against Valve, owner of the Steam game-downloads store. According to the society, Valve has “never obtained a licence
ChatGPT can now Shazam songs, as Apple brings music recognition tool to OpenAI's chatbot
OpenAI has previously integrated Spotify and Apple Music into its app ecosystem. Source
beatBread makes run of new appointments, including ex-Spotify and CD Baby execs
New hires from CD Baby, Spotify and Countsy bring finance, operations and AI expertise to the music funding company’s leadership team. Source
Michael Stipe Teams Up with Josh Klinghoffer, Travis Barker for Theme Song to HBO's Rooster: Stream
"I Played the Fool" sets the tone for the Steve Carell comedy series from Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence. Michael Stipe Teams Up with Josh Klinghoffer, Travis Barker for Theme Song to HBO's Rooster: Stream Eddie Fu
PRS sues gaming platform giant Steam for copyright infringement
PRS is suing gaming platform Steam for copyright infringement. Although the publishers of games sold via Steam will have secured sync licences for any UK compositions they include, that doesn’t cover the subsequent making available of music when games are downloaded, which only PRS can license
Aldous Harding, Seefeel, Bassvictim, and More: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Tim Sweeney: to infinity and beyond
Five years since his final broadcast on WNYU, Tim Sweeney's Beats In Space radio show is thriving on Apple Music. In conversation with Eoin Murray, the tastemaking presenter and DJ speaks about his 26 years of documenting dance music culture, the pursuit of constant improvement, interview techniques
Member Feature: Beatskip Music Group
In this edition, we’re featuring Beatskip Music Group, founded by Linus Christiansson, a multi-imprint platform built on strong identity and hands-on execution across label concepts, branding, visual design, artist development, and release infrastructure. The post Member Feature: Beatskip Music Grou
AFEM x Downtown: Five Takeaways for Artists Navigating the UGC Landscape
Matt Whitmire (VP of Business Development, FUGA) distills five key lessons of his Platforms & Performance series, outlining how artists and teams can protect rights, build visibility, and grow sustainably across today’s UGC-driven platforms. The post AFEM x Downtown: Five Takeaways for Artists Navig
AFEM Finance Summit: Streaming, Touring & Taxation
Bringing together leading experts to unpack the practical realities of working across borders.
Oncle Nik Unleashes Deep in Your Soul on Beatskip Records
Beatskip Records proudly announces the release of Deep in Your Soul, the powerful new single from rising talent Oncle Nik. Out now on all major platforms, this track delivers a driving, immersive techno journey that stays true to the underground while reaching deep into the listener’s emotions. Deep in Your Soul embodies Oncle Nik’s unique approach to sound—raw […]
Oncle Nik Unleashes Deep in Your Soul on Beatskip Records
Beatskip Records proudly announces the release of Deep in Your Soul, the powerful new single from rising talent Oncle Nik. Out now on all major platforms, this track delivers a driving, immersive techno journey that stays true to the underground while reaching deep into the listener’s emotions. Deep in Your Soul embodies Oncle Nik’s unique approach to sound—raw […]
Duke Dumont Delivers Cohesive Sophomore Album ‘Union’
Duke Dumont firmly has his place in the history books of Electronic Music. Renowned globally with over four billion streams...
Bezpal Debuts on Beatskip Dance with Emotionally-Charged Trance Anthem “Endless Universe” – Out July 25
Beatskip Dance proudly welcomes Ukrainian-born, Germany-based trance producer Bezpal with the release of his powerful debut single, “Endless Universe,” dropping July 25 on all platforms. Originally from Izyum, in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, Bezpal—born Alexander—was forced to flee with his family due to the war, finding refuge and a new beginning in Germany. Amidst the displacement […]
TP One Debuts on Beatskip Dance with Euphoric Trance Single “The Reason to Be” Release Date: June 27, 2025
Beatskip Dance proudly announces the latest release from seasoned trance artist TP One, titled “The Reason to Be” — a soaring, melodic journey set to drop on June 27 across all major digital platforms. With over three decades in the electronic music scene, TP One brings deep roots and refined artistry to this release. A […]
Number 1 on Beatport
We’re beyond thrilled to share that Cedicci is now topping the Beatport Techno (Raw / Deep / Hypnotic) charts! At Ozcillex, we’ve always been about bold sound and forward momentum — and Cedicci’s latest release delivers just that. Deep, raw, and uncompromising, it’s a track that doesn’t just follow the wave — it is the […]
Olle Boerg and SPXCEPVNK Drop Relentless Peak-Time Techno Weapon “Silicon Apology”
Out now across all major platforms, “Silicon Apology” is the latest peak-time techno release from Olle Boerg and SPXCEPVNK. Built for the main floor, the track delivers a high-pressure mix of industrial textures, hypnotic rhythms, and a driving low end that demands movement. With its raw energy and dystopian undertones, “Silicon Apology” is a precision-engineered tool for DJs and […]
We welcome Digital Sanctuaries
Digital Sanctuaries is a boundary-pushing techno producer hailing from the north of England, determined to carve out a unique space for himself in the ever-evolving electronic music scene. With a signature sound rooted in deep, rolling basslines and harder, driving rhythms, he thrives on pushing the limits of what techno can be. Drawing inspiration from […]