After a sweep of sold-out North American shows, he sets his sights on Wembley Stadium.

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The pop star's home country defeated DR Congo 2-1.

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The show was the highest rated BET Awards on BET since 2019.

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When up-and-coming independent artists participate in songwriting camps, there’s often a chance that the resultant compositions won’t eventually be released. In the case of—take a deep breath—‘The Indie Circle Songwriting […] The post is from Music Ally.

Music Ally 33m ago

The country singer said he was admitted to a hospital over the weekend to treat infected tonsils.

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This Who Won the Month episode of the 'Greatest Pop Stars' podcast looks at the big names who helped close out the first half of 2026 in pop stardom.

Billboard 35m ago

Spotify has officially moved to shift to federal court the “undisclosed filtering practices” lawsuit filed against it by artist and attorney Mark Kratter.

Digital Music News 1h ago

The collaboration highlights authenticity and cultural evolution with an exclusive interview and performance from Clave Especial

Billboard 1h ago

North American country to join Australia and Israel as non-European competitors

Rolling Stone 1h ago

Gary Glitter, the former singer and convicted child sex offender, has been charged with historic sexual offenses dating back to 1978 and allegedly involving a girl who was under 13 years old.

Variety 1h ago

He did all this before turning 21 on Sunday (July 5).

Billboard 1h ago

Weezy didn't explain why he didn't make it to Tuesday night's (June 30) show in Bangor, Maine.

Billboard 2h ago

Alternative R&B artist Laila! is the flagship artist under the new alliance.

Billboard 2h ago

The Colombian singer-songwriter is preparing to go on tour with his latest album, Antes Que El Tiempo Se Vaya.

Billboard 2h ago

It might seem strange to think about paper on the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It’s easy to take it for granted, especially in the digital age, but the fact is, without paper there would be no Declaration.

Copyhype 2h ago

For decades, the surest route to international success for a Latin artist was to record in English. At Taiwan’s 2026 Golden Melody Festival, Latin Recording Academy CEO Manuel Abud explained why that logic no longer holds.

Variety 2h ago

Spotify is proud to be a home for American culture. As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, we wanted to take a look at how American artists, creators, and authors shape listening at home and around the world.

Spotify 2h ago

Music supervision is far more than picking great songs. That was the central message from Brittany Whyte – whose credits span “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Riverdale” and “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” – at the 2026 Golden Melody Festival in Taiwan.

Variety 3h ago

Ryuichi Sakamoto died in 2023, but remains an icon well beyond his homeland of Japan. Now his recordings and publishing catalogues are being acquired by Exceleration Music and NexTone.

Music Ally 3h ago

Apple Music has published a second collection of covers of songs by the late country musician Toby Keith, enlisting Tyler Hubbard, Jackson Dean, Kameron Marlowe, and Emily Ann Roberts to put their spin on his work.

Music Ally 3h ago

One of the more unexpected social-media trends of recent years has been short-video platforms reversing back into photos. TikTok has photo posts, and YouTube Shorts has too.

Music Ally 3h ago

Moves to ban social media for under-16s are spreading, slowly but surely, across the world. Not yet to the US at a federal level, although some individual states are mulling bans or restrictions. If that changes, will the public support it?

Music Ally 3h ago

Japan’s kawaii culture didn’t go global by adapting to Western tastes – it did it by doubling down on its own identity. That was the central argument at one of the 2026 Golden Melody Festival’s most colorful opening sessions, held in Taiwan ahead of the Golden Melody Awards.

Variety 3h ago

The jury found that MGA had not acted with malice, ending the couple's push for punitive damages. Source

Music Business Worldwide 3h ago

Over the last few weeks, much has been written about music streaming platforms’ approaches to AI transparency, moderation, and adoption, which are often vastly different . Just as DSPs differ in their approaches to AI, it turns out that their userbases differ widely on their attitudes towards th...

MIDiA Research Blog 3h ago

The secret to Jolin Tsai’s most celebrated albums, according to British producer Richard Craker, has less to do with technique than with trust – and a willingness to sit with uncertainty until the music finds its shape.

Variety 3h ago

The deal sees Spotify become the official ‘sponsor and exclusive streaming partner’ for the three-day Afrobeats-focused festival, which takes place this weekend in Portimão, Portugal.

Music Ally 4h ago

The company's first signings are 10cc, singer-songwriter Rumer and electronic duo Lemon Jelly. Source

Music Business Worldwide 4h ago

ADA Central Europe will handle global distribution, streaming strategy, and marketing across AIM Music's full roster. Source

Music Business Worldwide 4h ago

Exceleration will manage and collect income from Sakamoto's rights outside Asia, while NexTone will handle the catalog within Japan. Source

Music Business Worldwide 5h ago

The global music industry generates over $100B in annual revenue, driven by billions of royalty streams per day. Companies that win internationally don’t just sign the best A&R. They deploy […] The post is from Music Ally.

Music Ally 5h ago

On this week’s podcast episode, session vocalist Darlene Koldenhoven tells us how her music hit #4 on the Billboard classical crossover chart with no manager or label.

Music 3.0 Music Industry Blog 5h ago

Musician David Rowntree has responded to the news of his lost appeal against a ruling concerning his class-action against PRS for Music.

Music Ally 6h ago

In May, we at Music Ally South Asia were taken aback when we saw a job listing on Instagram for an ‘AI music creator’. Among the requirements for the job—which […] The post is from Music Ally.

Music Ally 6h ago

A white-hat hacker and security researcher discovered an AI exploit using chatbot Claude to gain full access to the systems that handle ticketing for nearly every major US festival. In April, security researcher and “white-hat” hacker Ian Carroll used the AI tool Claude Opus 4.7 to discover an...

Digital Music News 9h ago

Lil Wayne was a no-show at his concert at the Bangor Waterfront, a show meant to kick off his new tour. Fortunately, the rapper has already rescheduled.

Digital Music News 9h ago

Following last year’s merger between media and entertainment giant OSN and music streaming platform Anghami, OSN is looking to acquire full ownership. Dubai-based entertainment and media giant OSN has launched a bid for full ownership of UAE music streamer Anghami, after acquiring a majority share...

Digital Music News 10h ago

The rapper was a no-show at his 20 Years of Carter Classics stop in Maine

Rolling Stone 10h ago

Cardi B secures another win against gossip vlogger Tasha K, who now owes the star $60,000 for violating a previously established non-disparagement agreement. Tasha K keeps setting them up; Cardi B keeps knocking them down.

Digital Music News 11h ago

Elton John has signed a multi-million-dollar deal to star in a Last Vegas residency as a hologram, set to open at the new Hard Rock Hotel next summer. The legendary Elton John has signed a multi-million-dollar deal to star in a first-of-its-kind Las Vegas residency—as a hologram.

Digital Music News 11h ago

The rapper said the blogger violated a previous deal stemming from Cardi’s $4 million defamation victory in 2022

Rolling Stone 13h ago

The couple had hoped to restore some of the $53.6 million in punitive damages that a judge in California had previously thrown out

Rolling Stone 13h ago

Do you want to know how good Rosalía’s Monday night show at the Kia Forum was? Here is how good Rosalía’s Monday night show at the Forum was… Midway through the set, as is the custom on her “Lux” tour, the Spanish singer-songwriter took time out to have a candid dialogue with a guest superstar […]

Variety 14h ago

This is not the way I expected it to go down. I expected revolution first, not the system working. But I still don’t believe in the system, not anymore.

Lefsetz Letter 15h ago

The singer said one of his “late-night drinking tricks” is to ring up the president

Rolling Stone 16h ago

Let the Phonorecords V showdown begin: The major labels, the NMPA, and others have reached a settlement covering stateside mechanical rates for physical formats and permanent downloads across 2028 and 2032.

Digital Music News 17h ago

There’s very little new information in this book, but that does not mean it’s not worth reading. Unlike that new Stones book you see reviewed positively everywhere.

Lefsetz Letter 18h ago

A pair of daredevils who climbed the Empire State Building to get engaged planted a giant flag atop the building with a quote incorrectly attributed to Jimi Hendrix.

Digital Music News 18h ago

Right on cue, Taylor Swift’s legal team has fired back against the refiled Life of a Showgirl trademark suit, which is allegedly an “attempt to generate publicity,” replete with “fatal flaws,” and deserving of dismissal with prejudice.

Digital Music News 18h ago

Twigs wrote the track after a rehearsal for a 2025 tour and Coachella performance were delayed over visa complications

Rolling Stone 18h ago

After a UK court rejected Blur drummer David Rowntree’s appeal in an unmatched royalties case against PRS, the musician and attorney is speaking out. On Monday, Blur drummer David Rowntree lost his class action lawsuit against PRS for Music over the distribution of unmatched “black box” royalties.

Digital Music News 18h ago

A former housekeeper of Chris Brown, who sued the star after she was mauled by a 200-pound dog on his property, has been awarded $14 million in damages. Singer Chris Brown has been found liable for the guard dog that mauled his housekeeper at his home and left her disfigured in 2020.

Digital Music News 20h ago

Village People frontman Victor Willis, who co-wrote most of the band’s biggest hits, including “YMCA” and “In the Navy,” has died at age 74. Victor Willis, the frontman of the iconic disco group Village People, who co-wrote most of the band’s biggest hits, such as “YMCA,” “In the Navy,” and “Go...

Digital Music News 20h ago

Pitbull and his “Bald Es” superfans are set to try for a Guinness World Record by assembling the largest-ever crowd of bald-cap wearers. Meanwhile, with American Express aboard as a sponsor, Live Nation will stream the multi-hour happening in the style of a high-energy sports broadcast.

Digital Music News 21h ago

OSN Streaming is proposing to buy each ordinary share it does not already own in Anghami for $3.39 in cash, which would cost a little over $10 million. Source

Music Business Worldwide 22h ago

From dynamic ticket pricing to “blue dot fever,” the live music industry is rapidly evolving. JamBase CTO David Onigman explains how the platform tracks over 100,000 global events and the trends reshaping concerts, festivals, and touring.

How Music Charts 23h ago

“Y.M.C.A.” became a major hit among the MAGA crowd and at Trump's political rallies beginning in 2020

Rolling Stone 1d ago

Our Spotify Sessions video series turns up the volume on some of Latin America’s most exciting artists, giving them and their hand-picked creative teams a space to reimagine their music.

Spotify 1d ago

The Argentine-Venezuelan singer filed suit in both the US and Venezuela, alleging that UMG is claiming to own five albums he recorded from 1986 to 1992. Source

Music Business Worldwide 1d ago

The film now stands as the biggest release in Lionsgate's history, ahead of 2013's "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire," which grossed $865 million. Source

Music Business Worldwide 1d ago

Calling all wizards, witches, and Muggles, we are pleased to inform you that you have been invited to conjure up the magic of the Harry Potter™ audiobook series as part of your Spotify Premium subscription.

Spotify 1d ago

Firebird Music Holdings has a new $750m fund for acquiring music catalogues, following its investments in management firms and labels.

Music Ally 1d ago

The first PR V settlement preserves inflation protection but leaves unresolved whether statutory mechanical royalties should evolve with market value—or simply keep pace with CPI. Looks like another serving of more of the same.

MUSIC • TECHNOLOGY • POLICY 1d ago

Murray will help establish and guide the company's music strategy and develop opportunities across music, sports, branding, IP and partnerships. Source

Music Business Worldwide 1d ago

The “Y.M.C.A.” and “Macho Man” singer died after a “short but aggressive” illness

Rolling Stone 1d ago

Rights-tech firm Notes·fm has launched its new Credits·fm “free and open music credits database” this week.

Music Ally 1d ago

Pitbull’s BST Hyde Park concert this July in London won’t just be a collection of bangers from Mr Worldwide’s back catalogue.

Music Ally 1d ago

Braun's exit was disclosed in a regulatory filing published on South Korea's DART disclosure system Source

Music Business Worldwide 1d ago

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new law banning junk fees, ticket-buying bots and the resale of tickets that sellers don't yet possess. Source

Music Business Worldwide 1d ago

Beyond the heated debates and dealmaking around GenAI music, use of chatbots and other AI tools is growing rapidly across the music industry.

Music Ally 1d ago

Today’s the day (1 July) for Beatport’s leadership transition, with CEO Robb McDaniels handing over the electronic-music brand’s reins.

Music Ally 1d ago

Excuse me while I kiss this guy… All the lonely Starbucks lovers… Parrot, parrot, parrot eyes… and now Doobie Scoot Canoe.

Music Ally 1d ago

The response to MIDiA's audio creator survey has been brilliant, so thank you to everyone who has already taken part. But, if you haven't yet, there's still time to have your say.

MIDiA Research Blog 1d ago

Victor Willis, the founding lead singer of Village People and co-writer of “YMCA,” “Macho Man” and “In the Navy,” died on Tuesday. He was 74. “We are profoundly sad to announce the death of Victor Willis, lead singer of Village People.

Variety 1d ago

Atticus Works launches in a strategic partnership with Primary Wave Music to acquire and elevate iconic literary and theatrical catalogs. Atticus Works, a new literary and theatrical catalog acquisition company, has announced its launch in strategic partnership with leading independent publisher...

Digital Music News 1d ago

Research suggests that 72% of all tickets listed on StubHub UK for arena events in June, accounting for 50,000 tickets, came from just three sellers. An investigation by the Fan Fair Alliance (FFA) has found that 72% of all tickets listed on StubHub UK for arena events over the last month came from...

Digital Music News 1d ago

Singer Ricardo Montaner is suing UMG in two jurisdictions over the master rights to his first five albums, including seminal hit “La Cima Del Cielo.” Argentine singer Ricardo Montaner is suing Universal Music Group (UMG) in both the United States and Venezuela over the master rights to his first...

Digital Music News 1d ago

The band pushed back two dates at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas

Rolling Stone 1d ago

The woman was attacked by a security dog at the singer’s Los Angeles mansion in 2020

Rolling Stone 1d ago

Chris Brown was found liable by a Los Angeles jury on Tuesday for $13 million in the gruesome case of a dog that mauled and disfigured his housekeeper at his home in 2020. At the end of a two-week trial, the verdict went strongly in favor of Maria Avila, who was viciously attacked by Hades, […]

Variety 1d ago

A federal court has tossed an infringement lawsuit filed against Sony Music, Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment, and others over an allegedly unauthorized sample in 2022’s “Alien Superstar.” Judge Mark Scarsi just recently dismissed the copyright and breach of contract complaint for lack of standing.

Digital Music News 1d ago

We got a new cornhole set. The last one was left in Monica’s backyard and the boards got warped and… It was time for a new one, we got the itch after throwing the bags at Blake’s wedding. Cornhole… That’s the name, kinda funny, don’t you think? Especially after Cornholio on “Beavis and Butt-head.”...

Lefsetz Letter 1d ago

Firebird Music is looking to make a splash in the crowded song-rights arena, as it’s launched a $750 million catalog fund and set its sights on hiring an industry vet to lead the operation.

Digital Music News 1d ago

Drummer Ilan Rubin is accused of orchestrating a scheme to seize control of the drum company he co-owned following his late business partner’s death. Ilan Rubin, the drummer best known for his work with Foo Fighters and Nine Inch Nails, has been hit with allegations in a new filing.

Digital Music News 1d ago

Singer-songwriter Ashe has signed with Atlantic Records and has struck a publishing deal with Doomsday/ Universal Music Publishing Group. She will be on tour this summer supporting Benson Boone.

Variety 1d ago

I read this article about Tide: “Tide Already Dominates Detergent. Why Is P&G Pushing a New Version? – The company controls about 60% of the market, but won’t stop reinventing. Now, it’s betting the future of laundry is ’tiles.'”...

Lefsetz Letter 1d ago

Illinois has become the latest state to tackle ticketing reform – including with measures targeting “ghost tickets,” bot-powered resale operations, and more. Governor JB Pritzker just recently signed those measures, technically part of a few distinct bills, into law.

Digital Music News 1d ago

Last week at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Spotify Beach brought fans, creators, and brands together for three days of conversation focused on culture and fandom.

Spotify 1d ago

A lost 27-year-old demo recording that Chris Martin and Coldplay reportedly intended for a James Bond theme — and later admitted wasn’t good enough — is going up for auction.

Variety 2d ago

Our apologies if you are experiencing outages or slowness on ListenBrainz currently. First it was AI scrapers, now it’s K-pop fans… In short, we are experiencing massive server load from an unexpected and massive increase in listen submissions.

MetaBrainz Blog 2d ago

Today, we’re making available the fifth beta version for the upcoming MusicBrainz Picard 3. This new versions brings some important changes: Download links and a detailed list of changes since Picard 3 beta 4 are available below.

MetaBrainz Blog 2d ago

Tidal shared its new policies regarding AI-generated music today and how the platform plans to "protect artists" and "inform listeners." Instead of banning it outright, starting on July 15th Tidal will label tracks it has identified as being 100 percent AI-generated with an icon.

The Verge 2d ago

In France, there’s one day a year where instead of going to the show, the show comes to you, wherever you are. It’s the Fête de la Musique (World Music Day), a 40-year-old tradition where music takes over every city, town, and village across the country. This year, Spotify put a new spin on the...

Spotify 2d ago

In addition, TIDAL will use automated tools to remove AI-generated music that attempts to impersonate an artist or a group, the company said.

TechCrunch 2d ago

Which teams don’t need asterisks by their title?

The Pudding 3d ago

Suno has ambitions to be more than just a toy to churn out AI slop, it also wants to be a streaming destination and to break new artists. Spark is their new incubator program for independent artists that provides grants, mentorship, and marketing support.

The Verge 3d ago

We’ve just marked a dozen years of Spotify hitting the Croisette for the annual Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and this year’s Spotify Beach might have been our most memorable yet—a can’t-miss destination for the creators, artists, brands, and fans descending on the South of...

Spotify 4d ago

Teenage Engineering has already issued multiple substantial updates for its surprisingly capable $329 EP-133 KO II sampler. Its latest is one of the biggest yet. OS 2.5 adds audio over USB, selectable sample rates for lo-fi fun, sample reverse, an arpeggiator, equal-length autochopping, and it...

The Verge 4d ago

YouTube’s Lyor Cohen and the Recording Academy’s Harvey Mason Jr. recently penned an op-ed for Variety in which they made the case for the NO FAKES act being seen as the starting pistol rather than the finish line. Source

MIDiA Research Blog 6d ago

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The Digital Edge 6d ago

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The Digital Edge 6d ago

Nearly 400 local newspapers sue OpenAI, Microsoft over alleged copyright theft — The lawsuits challenging the unauthorized use of copyrighted works to train Large Language Models do not appear to be slowing down.

Copyhype 6d ago

We are excited to announce the 7 GSOC participants working with us this summer on MetaBrainz projects! Our apologies for not publishing this sooner, in this complicated first part of the year we simply forgot the announcement, but rest assured the work is progressing on all projects.

MetaBrainz Blog 6d ago

Communities are increasingly challenging data-center projects over NDAs, shell companies, secrecy, transmission costs, and subsidies as a bipartisan backlash reshapes infrastructure politics nationwide.

MUSIC • TECHNOLOGY • POLICY 6d ago