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Donald S. Passman, a prominent music industry lawyer known for representing superstars like Adele and Taylor Swift, has published a book on the music business and voiced his fears about the powerful influence of the tech industry on AI regulation.
Ghanaian music executive and founder of D Global Records, David Mensah, has made a strong entry into the music industry with the release of Darkest Style, the label’s debut single featuring award-winning artiste Lasmid. The song, released on Friday across major streaming platforms, serves as the lead single from an upcoming album under D Global Records. Since its debut, it has recorded impressive early success, topping Apple Music Ghana charts and ranking among trending songs on Audiomack ...
Concert ticket prices have escalated dramatically, transforming live music into an expensive destination event and prompting questions about the long-term sustainability of the live entertainment business.
Newly released files suggest that Jeffrey Epstein considered investing in the music industry as a means to gain access to women, with an associate reportedly referring to the industry as 'related to P,' a term Epstein allegedly used for women.
Bruce Wheeler has been named general manager of the historic Loew’s Jersey Theatre, which is set to reopen in the fall.
My group, Swim Deep, plays to crowds of hundreds across the UK – but in China, we play to tens of thousands. And we’re not the only ones When I joined the band Swim Deep 13 years ago, my dreams were much like those of any young musician: to play Glastonbury, to tour America and to hear our music on the radio – all of which we’ve managed to achieve. But what I hadn’t counted on was finding a fanbase in China. Despite us never having knowingly released our music there, Swim Deep recently returned triumphant from our fourth run of shows on Chinese soil in barely 10 years, and we’re not the only British indie band benefiting from this unexpected opportunity. China has had an enthusiasm for British and Irish pop acts for years, long before its ¥500bn (£531m) music industry overtook France to become the world’s fifth largest in 2023. Jessie J became a phenomenon after winning the country’s premier singing competition in 2018, while Westlife have spent decades playing to thousands in Chinese arenas and stadiums. But less heralded is a growing interest in grassroots UK indie bands, for whom the unexpected demand – and promise of excellent pre-gig catering – presents a financial and spiritual lifeline as returns increasingly diminish on home soil. Continue reading...
Longtime music industry veteran formerly managed 17-time Grammy nominee Brian McKnight.
The Sanremo Festival has generated an estimated economic impact of €250 million, with the municipality earning nearly €8 million from its agreement with Rai, solidifying the event's role as a driver for the music industry.
This week's music industry roundup features significant personnel changes, including moves at Warner Chappell Italy, Secretly Distribution, and Qobuz, alongside a TikTok star's venture into a new label.
Julia Betley has been named the new Head of Sync for Ryan Tedder's Runner Music, joining the team at their headquarters.
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
A report by Youth Music highlights significant issues of misogyny, feelings of unsafety, and unfair pay experienced by young people within the music industry.
Suno has appointed Jeremy Sirota, former CEO of Merlin, as its new Chief Commercial Officer, where he will lead commercial strategy and industry relationships.
The reason behind Viktorija Siegel's absence from the M.A.M.A. Music Awards 2025, Lithuania's largest music industry event, has been revealed.
Files suggest that Jeffrey Epstein considered investing in a record label as a means to gain access to women, with an associate noting the music industry's connection to 'P,' Epstein's apparent term for women.
There's a new it-girl in the music industry coming to rival some of the biggest stars in Hollywood with her catchy songs and new brand deals.
The music industry is grappling with a surge in AI-generated tracks, with approximately 60,000 new compositions uploaded daily, leading to the removal of millions of tracks and raising serious concerns about artists' income and professional futures.