Germany to Introduce "Solidarity-Based" Ticket Levy System to Support Grassroots Venues

Unlike voluntary models in the UK and France, the initiative will launch with a coalition of venues throughout the country

Harry Levin

Community & Social Impact

Aug 31, 2026

Joe Hadley Appointed VP of Global Music Content and Partnerships at Spotify

J.J. Italiano steps up to Head of Editorial

Rod Yates

Awards & Milestones

Aug 31, 2026

Joe Hadley Appointed VP of Global Music Content and Partnerships at Spotify

J.J. Italiano steps up to Head of Editorial

Rod Yates

Awards & Milestones

Aug 31, 2026

Shake It Africa Launches to Provide Global Pathways for African Artists

The label and live firm was founded by Jon Muq and Kevin Wommack

Rod Yates

Community & Social Impact

Aug 31, 2026

Shake It Africa Launches to Provide Global Pathways for African Artists

The label and live firm was founded by Jon Muq and Kevin Wommack

Rod Yates

Community & Social Impact

Aug 31, 2026

Brexit Cost the UK’s Touring Industry £208 Million Between 2022 and 2024

A new report highlights the economic impact of Britain’s split from the EU

Rod Yates

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

Brexit Cost the UK’s Touring Industry £208 Million Between 2022 and 2024

A new report highlights the economic impact of Britain’s split from the EU

Rod Yates

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

Sony Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Sue Anthropic

Damages could run into the billions

Rod Yates

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

Sony Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Sue Anthropic

Damages could run into the billions

Rod Yates

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

Culture & Lifestyle

Sep 1, 2026

1 min read

Live Nation Announces 3,000-Capacity Singapore Venue, Grange House

The space will be operational by mid-2027

Culture & Lifestyle

Sep 1, 2026

1 min read

Dolly Parton Estate Announces 2027 Dollyfest Shows in Nashville and London

Promises a “double-continent party of a lifetime”

Policy & Legal

Sep 1, 2026

1 min read

Jermaine Dupri Drops $18M Lawsuit Against Sony Music

The case has been dismissed without prejudice

Careers & People

Sep 1, 2026

1 min read

Warner Music Central Europe Launches Warner Records Germany

Lea Londa will lead the label

Awards & Milestones

Sep 1, 2026

1 min read

“Choosin’ Texas” by Ella Langley Breaks Record for Most Weeks at No.1 for a Non-Holiday Song

If the country hit remains at the top for three more weeks, it will beat out “All I Want For Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey for the longest streak ever

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

1 min read

UMG and Sony Expand Suno Copyright Lawsuit, Claiming AI Company Broke YouTube’s Anti-Download Rules

This ruling questions a specific defense Suno has leaned on in regard to how it engaged with YouTube

Community & Social Impact

Aug 31, 2026

1 min read

Germany to Introduce "Solidarity-Based" Ticket Levy System to Support Grassroots Venues

Unlike voluntary models in the UK and France, the initiative will launch with a coalition of venues throughout the country

Awards & Milestones

Aug 31, 2026

1 min read

Joe Hadley Appointed VP of Global Music Content and Partnerships at Spotify

J.J. Italiano steps up to Head of Editorial

Community & Social Impact

Aug 31, 2026

1 min read

Shake It Africa Launches to Provide Global Pathways for African Artists

The label and live firm was founded by Jon Muq and Kevin Wommack

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

1 min read

Brexit Cost the UK’s Touring Industry £208 Million Between 2022 and 2024

A new report highlights the economic impact of Britain’s split from the EU

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