Streaming & Digital
Which Drake Song From His Three New Albums Is Leading the Way on Streaming?
This week's Trending Up looks at the most likely breakout hit from the 6 God's trio of new releases, as well as new viral moments for Yung Miami, Noah Kahan and PinkPantheress.
Apple Music Reports Minimal AI-Generated Music Plays
The streamer shared additional stats and broke down what it's doing to combat AI-generated music in a new memo sent to its partners.
Apple Music Claims AI-Generated Songs Make Up Less Than 1% of Plays on Platform
The streamer shared additional stats and broke down what it's doing to combat AI-generated music in a new memo sent to its partners.
'Peanuts' Music Owners Sue Over 'Charlie Brown Christmas' Songs
Four new lawsuits claim Vince Guaraldi's iconic score has been used without permission or payment, including in a federal agency's digital Christmas card.
Good Grief: ‘Peanuts’ Music Owners Launch Legal Blitz Over ‘Charlie Brown Christmas’ Songs
Four new lawsuits claim Vince Guaraldi's iconic score has been used without permission or payment, including in a federal agency's digital Christmas card.
Skrillex’s New Creative Platform Contra Will Debut In Berlin With Knock 2, Bladee, Skrill Himself & More
Featuring more than 70 artists, Contra's first edition happens at Berlin Kraftwerk.
Skrillex’s New Creative Platform Contra Will Debut In Berlin With Knock 2, Bladee, Skrill Himself & More
Featuring more than 70 artists, Contra's first edition happens at Berlin Kraftwerk.
Skrillex’s New Creative Platform Contra Will Debut In Berlin With Knock 2, Bladee, Skrill Himself & More
Featuring more than 70 artists, Contra's first edition happens at Berlin Kraftwerk.
Michael Jackson Achieves 100 Weeks at No. 1 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart
The King of Pop also notches a weekly best streaming total for the fourth straight week.
Kehlani’s ‘Folded’ Breaks No. 1 Record on Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay Chart
The Grammy-winning hit is the longest-running leader in the chart’s 33-year history.
YAMATOMAYA On “Endless” And Finding Music Beyond The Algorithm
YAMATOMAYA’s (@yamatomaya_jp “Endless” arrives through Magik Muzik and Black Hole Recordings during a larger growth phase for the Japan-based artist project, with five new songs on the way and Amo Recordings preparing to roll out additional artists later this year. That timing gives the release a us
Spotify extends ‘Verified’ badges to podcasts, further cracking down on AI impersonators
Data from Podcast Index suggests that AI-generated shows now account for more than a third of new podcast feeds. Source
Ariana Grande Reveals Dangerous Woman (Tenth Anniversary Edition): Stream
The special reissue is out on DSPs now and includes the previously unreleased song "Knew Better Part Two." Ariana Grande Reveals Dangerous Woman (Tenth Anniversary Edition): Stream Paolo Ragusa
Stability AI Launches Improved Music Models
Most of the new Stable Audio 3.0 offerings are free to download and build upon, allowing users to customize their own models.
Ariana Grande Celebrating 10th Anniversary of ‘Dangerous Woman’ LP With Expanded Edition Featuring Unreleased Fan Favorite
The special 18-track digital album due out on May 29 features new cover art and
YG Plus renews domestic distribution deal with HYBE, extending eight-year partnership
YG Plus will continue to handle the domestic distribution of albums and digital music content for HYBE artists including BTS and SEVENTEEN. Source
Saregama MD calls for DSPs to assign ‘no value’ to AI-generated music
Vikram Mehra acknowledged that AI-generated music is present across streaming services – but argued it is failing to find an audience. Source
Arab Strap Release New Single
“And if you’re streaming this song on Spotify, then we both fund weapons-grade AI”
Arab Strap Launch New Album Half-Told Tales With Acerbic Single “You You You”
“And if you’re streaming this song on Spotify, then we both fund weapons-grade AI”
Metric Analysis: The Accelerated Growth of KUKO in the Techno Landscape
A detailed analysis of KUKO’s 16% growth in Spotify followers, marking a significant engagement surge within the Techno genre.