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RBX refiles lawsuit accusing Spotify of ignoring fraud

Rapper RBX is having another go at suing Spotify over allegations it turns a blind eye to streaming fraud when it benefits superstar artists like Drake. His original lawsuit was dismissed but he has f

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Cardi B Unleashes Catchy ‘Ah Ha,’ Her First Single of 2026: Stream It Now

She's back and she wants you outside with her.

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AFEM x DDEX present: The Hidden Infrastructure of Music Rights

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

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AFEM Industry Insider Call: After the Algorithm

This session is designed to give AFEM members practical ideas they can apply immediately, whether they are shaping artist strategy, developing content plans, or thinking about more durable ways to rea

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Ariana Grande Lets Her Angriest, Most Authentic Self Bloom on New Album ‘Petal’: Stream It Now

The pop star doesn't hold anything back on her newly released eighth studio album.

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RBX Re-launches Spotify Fraud Lawsuit

Rapper RBX is having another go at suing Spotify over allegations it turns a blind eye to streaming fraud when it benefits superstar artists like Drake. His original lawsuit was dismissed but he has f

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AFEM and DDEX to Discuss Music Rights Infrastructure

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

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AFEM to Host "After the Algorithm" Session for Members

This session is designed to give AFEM members practical ideas they can apply immediately, whether they are shaping artist strategy, developing content plans, or thinking about more durable ways to rea

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AFEM and DDEX Discuss Music Rights Infrastructure

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

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AFEM Offers Practical Strategies in 'After the Algorithm' Call

This session is designed to give AFEM members practical ideas they can apply immediately, whether they are shaping artist strategy, developing content plans, or thinking about more durable ways to rea

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AFEM and DDEX Address Music Rights Infrastructure Challenges

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

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AFEM Offers Practical Strategies in 'After the Algorithm' Session

This session is designed to give AFEM members practical ideas they can apply immediately, whether they are shaping artist strategy, developing content plans, or thinking about more durable ways to rea

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Barack Obama's 2026 Summer Playlist

The former president's annual summer playlist includes music legends and evergreen hits.

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Disney+ Streaming Access Without a Subscription

Disney+ doesn't offer a free trial. However, there's a way to get streaming access at no cost.

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Here’s How to Get Disney+ Online for Free

Disney+ doesn't offer a free trial. However, there's a way to get streaming access at no cost.

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Barack Obama Shares 2026 Summer Playlist Featuring Doechii, Tyla, Drake & More

The former president's annual summer playlist includes music legends and evergreen hits.

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AFEM Announces 'After the Algorithm' Call

This session is designed to give AFEM members practical ideas they can apply immediately, whether they are shaping artist strategy, developing content plans, or thinking about more durable ways to rea

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Obama Praises Glen Hansard

"A great musician who passed tragically this week. Our hearts go out to his family." Barack Obama Pays Tribute to Glen Hansard with 2026 Summer Playlist Alex Krinsky

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SoundCloud Acquires Nina Protocol, SOCAN Partners with Musical AI

Other deals this round include Reservoir's new JV with Some Action and Symphonic's collaboration with Sureel AI.

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The Deals: SoundCloud Acquires Nina Protocol; SOCAN Pairs With Musical AI for Gen-AI Attribution Initiative

Other deals this round include Reservoir's new JV with Some Action and Symphonic's collaboration with Sureel AI.