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Sam Fender donates Mercury Prize money to Music Venue Trust

11 November 2025

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Music Venue Trust (MVT), the charity which represents hundreds of the UK’s grassroots music venues (GMVs), today announces that Sam...

The Ivors Academy launches new commissioning templates for classical composers

11 November 2025

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Just ahead of The Ivors Classical Awards tonight, The Ivors Academy has launched new commissioning template agreements for composers working...

The Sabres of Paradise withdraw music from Spotify over ethical and artistic concerns

11 November 2025

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  Independent artists The Sabres of Paradise have removed their music from Spotify, citing ongoing concerns surrounding artist compensation, creative independence,...

IMPEL continues growth with five new members

10 November 2025

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Wings Music Group, Afro Soundtrack, Elite Embassy Publishing, Perfectly Formed Songs and Full Thought Publishing join the IMPEL Collective   IMPEL has...

UK music promoter diversity database launches

10 November 2025

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AIP-driven project developed in association with Women In CTRL, LOUDWOMEN, Black Lives In Music, MVT, AIF, AIE, LIVE, FAC, Attitude Is...

Universal Music Group’s Global Impact Team expands ‘Sounds of the Future’ programme to the UK

10 November 2025

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LAUNCHES WITH IMMERSIVE GALLERY HONOURING BLACK CULTURE AND ARTISTRY, CURATED BY DR ALEEMA GRAY PARTNERS WITH THE BLACK MUSIC COALITION ON...

UK Music Pays Tribute to “Outstanding” Chair Lord Watson as Peer Announces Decision to Stand Down from Role as Industry Leader

10 November 2025

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UK Music paid tribute to Lord (Tom) Watson after the peer confirmed he is to stand down as UK Music...

Catherine Anne Davies (aka The Anchoress), Jess Smyth (aka Biig Piig) and Rina Sawayama elected to the FAC board

10 November 2025

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Following an Annual General Meeting (AGM), the Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) is delighted to announce the election of Catherine Anne...

“Music To Your Ears” Podcast Explores the Future of Music Marketing and Promotion

10 November 2025

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  Music To Your Ears  a new music podcast that takes a deep dive into the evolving strategies, tools, and stories...

BPI comment: British music hits high note at Grammy nominations

10 November 2025

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Sophie Jones, Chief Strategy Officer, BPI (British Phonographic Industry) said:“The brilliant showing of British artists in the Grammy nominations, including by...

Sony Music Publishing Appoints Michael Young as Chief Information Officer

10 November 2025

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Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”) today announced the appointment of Michael Young as Chief Information Officer, effective today. Based in Nashville,...

Music Ally Connect 2026 announces full agenda and additional speakers, spotlighting AI, gaming, and new global markets

07 November 2025

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  Building on the legacy of NY:LON Connect, Music Ally Connect has established itself as the world’s leading high-level music executive...

The Molotovs sign global publishing deal with Notting Hill Music

07 November 2025

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The Molotovs have signed a global publishing deal with Notting Hill Music, as they aim for a third No.1 in...

More Than 100 Emerging Artists Added To ESNS Festival Line Up

07 November 2025

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ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) announces a major batch of 110 acts from all over Europe. The music showcase festival celebrates its...

Action Required: Stop the spin, put music-makers first in AI deals

07 November 2025

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Music industry must guarantee music-maker consent, control and compensation   The Council Of Music Makers is calling out the music industry as it starts...

Cantilever, “the MUBI of music streaming”, now live on iOS

07 November 2025

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Cantilever, the highly-curated antidote to music streaming’s content deluge, has launched for iPhone users in the UK. A brand new...

Leda Chang joins Warner Music Group as SVP, Global Brand & Audience, Catalog

07 November 2025

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Seasoned Executive to Drive “Always On” Artist & Fan-Focused Marketing Latest Move in Amplifying Company’s Global Catalog Strategy Leda Chang has been...

Impala urges shared climate action and fair access to transition pathways ahead of COP30

07 November 2025

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Ahead of next week’s COP30 in Brazil, IMPALA calls on the independent music sector and governments alike to prioritise collective...

SAY Award winner announced as Kai Reesu and KT Tunstall picks up Modern Scottish Classic Award

07 November 2025

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GLASGOW BASED BAND AWARDED £20,000 AT NATIONAL MUSIC PRIZE CEREMONY IN DUNDEE  KT TUNSTALL PERFORMS LIVE ON THE NIGHT AS 2025'S...

Catalog Reclaims Billion-Dollar Music Licensing Industry for Culturally Vital Artists

06 November 2025

Press release

Proven in private BETA with Hermès and Dior, the platform ends the impossible choice between artistry and the brutal deadlines...

The Joiners and The Croft bought by 'Own Our Venues' Community Ownership Scheme

06 November 2025

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Music Venue Properties (MVP), the pioneering Charitable Community Benefit Society, announce the purchase of The Joiners in Southampton and The...

Techno icon Adam Beyer signs exclusive publishing deal with Armada Music Publishing

06 November 2025

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The worldwide agreement encompasses Beyer's extensive publishing catalog and future works. Armada Music Publishing, the dedicated publishing division of Armada Music Group,...

Amazon Music Lights Up the Holiday Season with New & Exclusive Original Tracks

06 November 2025

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Amazon Music Lights Up the Holiday Season with New & Exclusive Original Tracks From Artists Including Gwen Stefani, Kylie Minogue,...

Ecotricity, LIVE, AGF & Music Venue Trust Team Up on Game-Changing Green Energy Scheme

06 November 2025

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LIVE (Live Music Industry Venues & Entertainment) has supercharged its partnership with Ecotricity Business and A Greener Future (AGF) in a landmark initiative alongside Music...

Ed Sheeran helps change the music curriculum in England

06 November 2025

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ED SHEERAN'S OPEN LETTER TO UK GOVERNMENT HELPS BRING ABOUT CHANGE TO MUSIC CURRICULUM THE PRIME MINISTER ADDRESSES ED SHEERAN -...

MNGRS.AI, the French service reinventing artist management through artificial intelligence, raises $1 million from music and sports investors

06 November 2025

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MNGRS.AI: When Artificial Intelligence Becomes the Artist’s Manager The French startup Global Music Community is developing MNGRS.AI, the first AI-powered...

Sounds Right launches world-first platform that lets artists officially feature nature on their music and fund conservation

06 November 2025

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  Sounds Right expands globally, opening submissions to all musicians with 50:50 royalty share between artist and NATURE 14 new artists release...

Concord's Boosey & Hawkes Announces Leadership Transition: Janis Susskind OBE Passes the Baton to Steven Lankenau

06 November 2025

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  Managing Director Janis Susskind OBE concludes a distinguished 46-year career at Boosey & Hawkes Steven Lankenau appointed President, continuing the company's...

Global Collections Report 2025: Global creators' royalties reach €13.97 billion, powered by digital growth

06 November 2025

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Read the Global Collections Report in our interactive flipbook format.   The CISAC Global Collections Report 2025 was released today, the definitive annual analysis...

AIM elects to Aly Gillani, Helen Sims, Mark Lippman and Toby Egekwu to board at 2025 AGM

05 November 2025

Press release

AGM held today at independent cinema chain Everyman in Borough Yards Talks explored “The Meaning of Independence”, continuing the theme of...

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