Rising Costs for Streaming Music and Shows
Streaming service costs for music and shows are rising as demand grows, potentially impacting accessibility and changing consumer habits across the industry.
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Jeff Toig Named CEO of GMR; Randy Grimmett Chairman
Global Music Rights names Jeff Toig as new CEO while co-founder Randy Grimmett transitions to Executive Chairman. The $3.3 billion performing rights organization represents major
X Suit Raises Music Industry Antitrust Issues
Legal developments in the music industry raise questions about antitrust practices as Texas brief addresses X-related suit. Industry observers monitor potential impacts on R&B and
Spotify Raises Prices $2 Above Apple Music
Spotify raises Premium subscription prices to $13/month in February, making it $2 more expensive than Apple Music's $10.99 rate. All plans see increases.
Global Music Industry Hits 5.1 Trillion Streams in 2025
The global music industry reached 5.1 trillion streams in 2025, up 10% year-over-year. Only 43% of U.S. streams came from songs released in the past
Robben Ford Discusses Streaming, AI, and the Future of Music
Guitar legend Robben Ford discusses streaming's impact, AI technology in music, and home studio effects on album quality in exclusive interview.
Bad Bunny Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Trailer
Apple releases full trailer for Bad Bunny's Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, featuring the Puerto Rican superstar dancing to 'BAILE INoLVIDABLE' with diverse
New Owners Set to Revive Guernsey Live Music Venue
The Vault music venue in Guernsey reopens under new ownership after closing in November. New owners commit to supporting local artists and reviving the island's
Entertainment Industry Profitability in 2026
Casino gaming leads entertainment profitability with $71.92 billion in 2024, followed by video games at $58.7 billion. Music industry reached $28.6 billion globally.
Local Broadcast Stations Generate $1.19T GDP
Local broadcast stations generated $1.19 trillion in GDP and supported 2.46 million jobs in 2024. Radio contributed $437 billion while TV added $748 billion to
Audio Streaming Disparity: 2025 Luminate Report
Luminate's 2025 report reveals 5.1 trillion audio streams across 253 million tracks, but 88% of music received under 1,000 streams while only 29 songs hit
Unique New Orleans Church Blends Music, Humor, and Faith
Forword Christian Church in New Orleans blends music, humor, and faith under Rev. Larry Rodgers, former MC Hammer hype man turned minister.
Local Broadcasting’s $1.19 Trillion Impact on U.S. Economy
Local broadcasting contributes $1.19 trillion to U.S. GDP and supports 2.46 million jobs nationwide, according to new NAB report by Woods & Poole Economics.
Premium Subscription Rates Increase on Spotify
Spotify raises Premium subscription prices to $12.99/month starting next month, marking the third price hike in just over a year. Affordable alternatives like Apple Music
Amazon Music’s 2026 Artists to Watch: 49 Rising Stars
Amazon Music unveils its 2026 Artists To Watch list featuring 49 rising stars across R&B, hip-hop, and multiple genres worldwide.
Derek Cournoyer Joins ElevenLabs as Head of Music Strategy
Derek Cournoyer leaves Kobalt to join ElevenLabs as Head of Music Strategy. He'll lead AI music business affairs and label relationships at the company.
Rock Nashville: City’s Largest Rehearsal Facility
Nashville unveils Rock Nashville, a massive 55-acre rehearsal campus with 610,000 square feet of space designed for major touring acts like Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
Spotify to Raise Premium Subscription Prices for Users
Spotify raises its premium subscription price from $11.99 to $12.99 monthly, affecting 281 million U.S. subscribers starting in February.
Carson Jeffrey: Country Music & Agriculture
Carson Jeffrey, a Texas A&M graduate, blends country music with agricultural passion. The rancher-turned-artist performs 100+ shows yearly while living the ranch life stories he
Independent Artists Navigate Music Distribution with DistroKid Artists Navigate Music Distribution with DistroKid
Independent artists can successfully distribute music to major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music using DistroKid, which offers unlimited uploads, 100% earnings retention, and
Bandcamp Bans AI-Generated Music to Protect Artist Integrity
Bandcamp becomes the first major music platform to ban all AI-generated music, prioritizing human artistry and authentic creativity over automated systems.
Udio Seeks Head of Artist Partnerships
Udio is hiring a Head of Artist Partnerships to strengthen relationships with artists and labels on their AI music platform. The role offers $160K-$350K salary.
Music Streams Hit 5.1 Trillion in Record Year
Global music streams hit 5.1 trillion in 2025, up 9.6% from last year. Rock led genre growth at 6.4% while AI artists made Billboard history.
Led Zeppelin’s Streams Surge 16% After Documentary Release
Led Zeppelin's streams surged 16% in 2025 following the release of 'Becoming Led Zeppelin' documentary. The film became the year's most-watched music documentary.
Premium Plan Price Hike Planned at Spotify
Spotify announces premium subscription price increases starting February, raising standard plans from $11.99 to $12.99 monthly. The hike affects all tiers including student, duo, and