Category : Music Business News
Music business news covering record labels, publishing companies, streaming platforms, executive leadership, mergers, acquisitions, revenue trends, and the corporate decisions shaping the global music industry.
AI Firm Anthropic Wins Legal Battle Over Song Lyrics Use
AI firm Anthropic wins legal battle against music publishers who sued over unauthorized use of 500+ song lyrics from Beyonc�, Rolling Stones for AI training....
Music Publishers Optimistic After Anthropic Legal Setback
Major music publishers lost bid for preliminary injunction against Anthropic's AI chatbot Claude using copyrighted lyrics. Publishers remain optimistic despite legal setback....
The Beths Sign Worldwide Publishing Deal with Concord Music
New Zealand indie-rock band The Beths signed a worldwide publishing deal with Concord Music Publishing ANZ. The Auckland-formed group gained acclaim for their 2022 album...
Tech Innovations Drive U.S. E-Book Publishing Growth
U.S. e-book publishing market valued at $4.7 billion in 2024, projected to reach $6.3 billion by 2032. Growth driven by AI innovations and subscription models....
Kreation Music Rights Expands with Japanese Publisher
Kreation Music Rights partners with Japanese publisher Soundgraphics to expand global reach. The SM Entertainment subsidiary strengthens its presence in Japan's music market....
Sony Music Publishing Expands Global Deal with Tips Music
Sony Music Publishing expands its exclusive global deal with Tips Music, bringing over 32,000 Indian tracks in 24 languages to YouTube and international markets....
Viola Davis Shines in Thriller G20
Academy Award winner Viola Davis stars as U.S. President in action thriller G20, premiering at TCL Chinese Theatre with Anthony Anderson and Marsai Martin....
Trump Interview on The Vince Show
President Trump appeared on The Vince Show with host Vince Coglianese, discussing Greenland, military operations, and administration plans in a nationwide radio interview....
Patrick Moxey Publishing Trademark Legal Battle
Patrick Moxey's publishing company loses trademark battle over 'Ultra' name while pursuing copyright infringement claims against major label over 100+ songs....
Sony Music Publishes: NFTs Honor Sandal Telephones
Sony Music Publishing launches exclusive NFTs to honor J-pop group Sandal Telephone's legacy before their April 2025 disbandment. Fans can collect digital mementos for �5,000...
The Notorious B.I.G. Estate Partners with Primary Wave Music
The Notorious B.I.G. estate partners with Primary Wave Music in a $200 million deal covering publishing, recordings, and likeness rights....
Kylie Martin Joins AMPAL as Communications Officer
Kylie Martin joins AMPAL as Communications & Development Officer, bringing 30 years of PR experience including work with Kylie Minogue and ARIA Awards....
Raleigh Music Acquires Kal Mann Catalog
Raleigh Music Publishing acquires majority interest in Kal Mann's catalog, including hits like "Let's Twist Again" and "Bristol Stomp" that defined early rock & roll....
Shauni Caballero’s Unconventional Music Career Turn
Shauni Caballero transformed from a struggling single mother to Sony Music Publishing's Senior Director, signing major UK rap artists like Central Cee and Digga D....
Notorious B.I.G. Estate Partners with Primary Wave
Primary Wave acquired 50% stake in Notorious B.I.G.'s estate in $200M deal. Partnership includes music publishing, recording rights, and likeness for Broadway show and VR...
Sony Music 2024 Giving Campaign Impact
Sony Music Group partnered with 25 organizations worldwide for their 2024 Season of Giving campaign, involving over 20 artists to address food insecurity, homelessness, and...
WATCH: Rob Stringer in Conversation With Tim Ingham, MBW
Sony Music Group Chairman Rob Stringer discusses the company's long-term artist support strategy and creative industry nurturing in conversation with Music Business Worldwide's Tim Ingham....
IFPI Publishes Global Music Report 2025
Global recorded music revenues reached $29.6 billion in 2024, growing 4.8% driven by subscription streaming services according to IFPI's latest report....
Sony Music Publishing Honors Jeannie Seely
Sony Music Publishing celebrates country legend Jeannie Seely with three reimagined songs featuring rising female artists throughout Women's History Month....
Tune In: Premiere of Love After Lockup’s New Season!
Love After Lockup's new season premieres on We TV at 8pm ET/PT, following couples navigating relationships after prison. The show streams on ALLBLK....
Sony Music Publishing Signs Freya Ridings
Sony Music Publishing UK signs celebrated singer-songwriter Freya Ridings to exclusive global publishing agreement. The deal covers her upcoming third studio album....
Westwood One to Air NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Games
Westwood One will broadcast all 67 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament games, including Spanish-language coverage of the Final Four and Championship....
Lehigh Valley Job Fair at Lehigh Valley Mall on March 25th
Cumulus Media radio stations host a major job fair at Lehigh Valley Mall on March 25, 2025, featuring 35+ employers with hundreds of opportunities....
Rami Malek and Fishburne: Amateur Spot & Poster
Rami Malek and Laurence Fishburne star in espionage thriller 'The Amateur' opening April 11, 2025. Early access screenings begin April 5....
Radio Ads: Be Known Before Needed
New research shows AM/FM radio advertising delivers 42% increased profits and $10 return on ad spend. Study reveals radio builds brand awareness before customers need...