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Radio Facts Daily Brief – January 08, 2026

Here’s what’s happening in the music and radio industry today.


LANDR Acquires Reason Studios to Enhance Music Production Tools

LANDR has acquired Reason Studios, enhancing its music production offerings. Read more


Ireland’s Basic Income Scheme: A Game Changer for Artists?

Ireland’s Basic Income for the Arts program is now permanent, providing financial stability for artists. Read more


Streaming and Retail Media Revenue Hit Record Highs in 2025

UK music, video, and games revenue soared 7.1% to a record £13.25 billion in 2025. Read more


Telly Leung Drops Acoustic Cover of ‘Music of the Night’

Telly Leung releases an acoustic cover of ‘Music of the Night’ from Off-Broadway’s Masquerade. Read more


MTV Rewind Revives the Glory Days of Music Video Culture

MTV Rewind is a new web app that revives the classic era of music videos. Read more


UMG and NVIDIA Team Up for Responsible AI in Music Creation

UMG collaborates with NVIDIA to advance music creation through AI. Read more


Media Research Pioneer Radha Subramanyam Passes Away at 55

Radha Subramanyam, a leading figure in media research, has passed away at 55. Read more


Jerry Wonda Inspires NYC Students at Stuyvesant Master Session

Jerry Wonda inspires NYC students with valuable lessons at Stuyvesant. Read more


Atlanta Crowned Top U.S. Music City in New Study

Atlanta has been named the top music city in the U.S. by Spin Genie. Read more


Veteran TV Exec Takes Charge at Gray Media in Cape Girardeau

A veteran local TV executive is set to lead Gray Media’s brands in the Cape Girardeau area. Read more


Music Similarity AI Market Set for Rapid Growth Through 2029

The music similarity search AI market is projected to grow significantly, reaching $1.15 billion by 2025. Read more


New Scholarship Supports Future of Live Music Production

The IBMA Foundation introduces a scholarship for students in live music production. Read more


Public Broadcasting Corporation Dissolved Amid Funding Cuts

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has voted to dissolve amid funding cuts. Read more


UK Music Revenue Rises, Yet Artists Face Ongoing Challenges

UK music revenue surged in 2025, but many artists still struggle financially. Read more


MusiCares Supports Musicians Affected by LA Wildfires

Musicians affected by the LA wildfires receive critical support from MusiCares. Read more


Gonzaga Faculty Discuss AI’s Role in K-12 Education

Gonzaga University leaders discuss AI’s transformative role in K-12 education. Read more


Concerns Grow Over AI’s Impact on the Music Industry

Dr. Joe Burns discusses the potential impact of AI on the music industry. Read more


Music Industry Faces Aftermath of L.A. Wildfires One Year Later

One year after the wildfires in L.A., musicians are rebuilding their lives and communities. Read more


UK Music Streaming Subscriptions Exceed £2 Billion in 2025

UK music streaming subscriptions surpassed £2 billion in 2025, although growth slowed. Read more


UK Music Streaming Revenues Edge Up Amid Inflationary Pressures

UK music subscription revenues rose by 3.2% in 2025, matching the inflation rate. Read more


Check back tomorrow for more.

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