Streaming & Digital
‘AI-Generated Slop’: UMG Sues DistroKid for ‘Flooding’ Streaming Platforms With Junk Music
As the music industry grapples with a surge in AI songs, the world's biggest music company says a massive distributor is a big part of the problem.
Def Leppard Announce Volume 4 Box Set, Unveil Unreleased Beatles Cover: Stream
The collection includes three studio albums and over 40 rare tracks. Def Leppard Announce Volume 4 Box Set, Unveil Unreleased Beatles Cover: Stream Langdon Hickman
Pitchfork Selects Weekly Playlist Highlights
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Beatport Live LA Puts Spatial Audio in the Booth
Above Photo credit: Helen Perez, Harp Digital Media Beatport Live LA is a good reminder that spatial audio does not have to begin on a giant stage. The company has built a free monthly event space inside its downtown Los Angeles Arts District headquarters, placing DJs close enough to the crowd that
M83, O Slow, Angela Autumn, and More: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist
Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat
Universal Music Group sues DistroKid, accusing it of ‘unlawful practices’ and ‘flooding platforms with AI-generated slop’
Key parts of UMG's suit center on DistroKid's alleged involvement with AI-made music. Source
Ed Sheeran Addresses Macklemore’s Removal From His Tour: “Not My Decision”
In a new statement, the singer says Macklemore's removal was a promoter decision and explains why he chooses not to use his platform for politics. Ed Sheeran Addresses Macklemore’s Removal From His Tour: “Not My Decision” Alex Young
Nipsey Hussle Track Featured on 'The Drop: A Snowfall Saga' Soundtrack
The West Coast anthem hits streaming services at 3 p.m. ET on Tuesday (Sept. 15).
Nipsey Hussle’s Unreleased ‘LA Theme Song’ to Appear on ‘The Drop: A Snowfall Saga’ Soundtrack
The West Coast anthem hits streaming services at 3 p.m. ET on Tuesday (Sept. 15).
Spotify Update Allows Parents to Exclude Kids' Music from 'Wrapped'
The platform has a new setting that won't let family listening sessions influence an account's insights or personalized recommendations.
Apple Music Included for iCloud+ Subscribers
In an effort to boost streaming service users in developing markets, a limited version of Apple Music will be provided to paying iCloud users.
Falling in Reverse Recruit Corey Taylor and Serj Tankian for Wild New Song “Joseph”: Stream
The politically charged tune is accompanied by a highly cinematic music video. Falling in Reverse Recruit Corey Taylor and Serj Tankian for Wild New Song “Joseph”: Stream Spencer Kaufman
Apple Music Included for iCloud+ Subscribers
In an effort to boost streaming service users in developing markets, a limited version of Apple Music will be provided to paying iCloud users.
Lambrini Girls Announce New Album No Refunds, Share Ferocious “Bang Bang Bang:” Stream
The rising punk duo will return with their sophomore album, No Refunds, on January 15th, 2027. Lambrini Girls Announce New Album No Refunds, Share Ferocious “Bang Bang Bang:” Stream Jonah Krueger
Bye-Bye, ‘Baby Shark’: Spotify Lets Parents Keep Kids’ Music From Taking Over Year-End ‘Wrapped’ Recap
The platform has a new setting that won't let family listening sessions influence an account's insights or personalized recommendations.
Sessionography gives Apple Music listeners a better jazz experience
Apple Music launched its own standalone app to give classical-music listeners a better experience with its streaming service. Now an independent developer is doing the same thing for jazz. The post is from Music Ally.
Spotify’s former Head of Innovation raises $5.5m pre-seed for music app startup, A Vinyl Bar in Shibuya; Dawn Ostroff among the backers
The company, which builds apps that let people take apart and rebuild recorded music, was founded in 2024, the same year Zonoozy left Spotify. Source
Spotify’s former Head of Innovation raises $5.5m pre-seed for music app startup; Dawn Ostroff among the backers
The company, which builds apps that let people take apart and rebuild recorded music, was founded in 2024, the same year Zonoozy left Spotify. Source
5 things You Need to Know About ElevenLabs, the UMG AI partner with an $11B valuation – and big ambitions in music.
UMG and ElevenLabs announced a licensing agreement, which will see the latter build a fan platform for remixes, mashups, and "new track interpretations." Source
AFEM Industry Insider: After the Algorithm
Long‑form content is becoming a more sustainable way to build audiences in a post‑social era. This episode shares what’s working now: formats that retain attention, platforms that reward depth, and th