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UK Festivals Unite in War Child fundraiser

15 May 2025

Press release

46 of the UK’s best festivals put tickets up for grabs including Boomtown, Love Saves The Day, Isle of Wight,...

The South Asian Soundcheck calls for UK music industry support

15 May 2025

Press release

New survey will provide the first detailed data on the South Asian experience in UK music Take the survey   Lila, the non-profit initiative empowering South...

Musical AI and Pro Sound Effects Partner to Create Licensed Datasets for AI Training

15 May 2025

Press release

  Pro Sound Effects (PSE) has been the entertainment industry’s go-to source for high-quality sounds for decades, serving every major name...

Electronic Music Sector Unites to Demand Action At Landmark Parliamentary Committee Event

15 May 2025

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  On 14 May, the UK’s electronic music industry delivered an unprecedented show of unity and urgency as sector leaders from...

The Radio Academy announces winners for The ARIAS 2025

15 May 2025

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The Radio Academy ARIAS returned tonight at the exciting new venue in Leicester Square, as Clara Amfo and Gok Wan MBE, took to...

LIDO and ELAM extend their partnership with a dynamic new programme supporting young students

15 May 2025

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LIDO is contributing to the future of UK live music From mentorships, internships, work experience, masterclasses and more… Lido Festival, Victoria Park Visit...

RAJAR results Q1 2025: Bauer Media Audio UK celebrates 23.4m weekly listeners

15 May 2025

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The first quarter of 2025 showcased another set of impressive listening results for Bauer Media Audio UK. As Bauer Media...

Universal Music Greater China launches Deutsche Grammophon China and Blue Note Records China, marking a strategic expansion into China's classical and jazz scene

15 May 2025

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Legendary Classical Label Deutsche Grammophon Debuts DG China, Announcing Projects with Cellist Jian Wang, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra and Next Wave...

Armada Music Group Names Maarten Steinkamp as Interim President

14 May 2025

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Former chairman and CEO of Sony BMG Europe will support Armada’s burgeoning growth in newly formed position   Armada Music Group, the...

Don't stop believin' in CDs: Gen Alpha dig physical music too

14 May 2025

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Vinyl and CDs continue to live on with nearly half of Gen A listening to physical music records   Survey conducted by...

Wales' oldest record label tunes into tomorrow as new CEO steps up at Sain

14 May 2025

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Kev Tame has been announced as the new chief executive of Sain. A native of Waunfawr, Tame has been behind a...

Universal Music Group and Apple Music announce Sound Therapy

14 May 2025

Press release

The collection leverages cognitive science and UMG’s roster of global superstars, adding subtle auditory beats to well-known curated tracks, aiming...

Sonar 2025 cements its status as a one-of-a-kind festival with nearly 150 premieres, co-productions, and exclusives, sparking both dancing and discovery

14 May 2025

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  Sónar Week once again turns Barcelona into the international epicenter of electronic and digital culture, with more than 200 events...

Official Charts Company agrees new deal with Kantar

14 May 2025

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Relationship extends into a fifth decade New state-of-the-art music data platform under construction   The Official Charts Company has inked a brand-new deal...

UK and EU Music Industry Chiefs Join Forces to Urge Political Leaders to Tear Down Barriers to Touring the EU

14 May 2025

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Musicians and industry leaders from the UK and Europe have joined forces to demand urgent action to remove the barriers...

Live Nation makes record investment in emerging talent through The Great Escape Festival 2025

14 May 2025

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The Great Escape (TGE), the UK's leading new music festival, returns to Brighton this week with a record-breaking lineup of over 550 emerging...

adidas and Co-op Live lead a new era in music through launch of adidas Originals Recording Studio, engineered by Abbey Road

14 May 2025

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  adidas, Co-op Live and Abbey Road Studios reveal a first-of-its-kind Recording Studio within Manchester’s acclaimed Co-op Live arena  The adidas Originals...

UK trade mission aims to boost British music in Japan

14 May 2025

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Applications now being accepted for mission to Osaka & Tokyo in August 2025 Deadline for Application is 18th June 2025   A UK music...

Curve Royalty Systems Launches New Payments Feature, Revolutionizing Royalty Accounting Payments

13 May 2025

Press release

All-in-one Royalty Accounting and Payments Platform Supports Payees across 180+ Countries Downtown’s Royalties & Financial Services division today announced the...

Universal Music Group appoints Matt Ellis as Chief Financial Officer

13 May 2025

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Former Verizon CFO Brings Broad Experience Across Finance, Operations, Corporate Development and Financial Planning   Universal Music Group N.V. (EURONEXT:UMG), the world leader...

Aston Villa FC and Oak View Group Join Forces to Bring World-class Entertainment to West Midlands

13 May 2025

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Premier League club Aston Villa Football Club (AVFC) has teamed up with Oak View Group (OVG), global leaders in venue...

iluvlive marks 21st year with next chapter of growth - Kicking off with artist showcase at The Great Escape

13 May 2025

Press release

iluvlive Presents: DeeRiginal, JERUB, Olympia Vitalis and STORRY Thursday 15th May, Dust, 77 East St, Brighton, 12:15 - 15:30More information and...

2024 results: Sacem establishes itself as a global digital player, protecting and promoting the development of creativity

13 May 2025

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- Sustained international growth with €749 million collected abroad, driven by digital, while collections in France remained stable at €852...

Whitemoor announces new royalty services and expansion of music industry business management, helmed by Gareth Murfin and Laura May

13 May 2025

Press release

  Whitemoor is renowned for working across the creative industries. The UK-based Founding Partners combine 45 years of experience. Clients include Bombay Bicycle...

Creative titans and industry leaders urge the Prime Minister to support UK creativity and economic growth by enforcing copyright law

13 May 2025

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Over 400 top creatives, media and creative business leaders, and creative businesses have written to the Prime Minister, urging him...

London unites to champion the capital's grassroots music scene

13 May 2025

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●  New London Creates music campaign brings together industry leaders from across the capital to champion all aspects of London’s...

Comment on Baroness Kidron Data Bill amendment in Lords

13 May 2025

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Sophie Jones, Chief Strategy Officer, BPI said: “The House of Lords has once again taken the right decision by voting to...

Rolling Stone Announces Future Of Music UK Showcase At SXSW  London Featuring The K's and Cassia

12 May 2025

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Rolling Stone Brings Its Marquee SXSW Showcase to London  Music Festival Wristbands and Music Passes from £65 available here.   Rolling Stone today announced the...

Scouting For Girls sign with Absolute

12 May 2025

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British band celebrating 15th anniversary of UK No.1 This Ain’t A Love Song in 2025.   Scouting For Girls have signed an...

Ministry of Sound announces Dance for Yamz memorial event for Yam Who? aka Midnight Riot co-founder Andy Williams

12 May 2025

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  Tickets (all proceeds donated): https://dice.fm/event/7d27nv-dance-for-yamz-15th-may-ministry-of-sound-london-tickets  Ministry of Sound will celebrate the life of influential UK artist Andy Williams aka Yam Who?...

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