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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

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

J.J. Italiano steps up to Head of Editorial

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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

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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

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Shake It Africa Launches to Provide Global Pathways for African Artists

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

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Community & Social Impact

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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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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

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

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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

Policy & Legal

Aug 31, 2026

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Sony Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Sue Anthropic

Damages could run into the billions

Community & Social Impact

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RAMPD and Concord Music Publishing Partner on 2026 Songwriting Camp

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Jade Skelly Announced as General Manager of Laneway Festival

She replaces Jessie Parker, who recently announced her departure

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