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The Ivors Academy secures daily expense payments for songwriters from UK major labels

23 July 2025

Press release

Until now, paying songwriters to work at label writing sessions was down to individual negotiation with many left to cover...

BPI statement on DCMS announcement on CRWG/economics of music streaming: BPI Principles recommend targeted support for UK legacy artists, songwriters, and session musicians

23 July 2025

Press release

Sophie Jones, BPI’s Chief Strategy Officer said:  “After five years of detailed scrutiny and analysis, we are pleased to put in place...

UK Gov Creator Remuneration Principles – comment from Association of Independent Music

23 July 2025

Press release

Gee Davy, Chief Executive of AIM, comments: “We welcome the government's review of music streaming economics and the continued engagement...

Universal Music Group accelerates the development of its AI technology patents with IP asset management, investment and advisory firm Liquidax Capital

23 July 2025

Press release

  Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, today announced a strategic partnership with IP asset management, investment...

Musicians' Union Reacts to Government and Record Labels Announcement

23 July 2025

Press release

The Government and record labels, including the three major labels, have today announced a package of principles and commitments, which...

Boutique music publicity company Yes Please now representing music journalist, content curator, DJ and up-and-coming talent Iona Bielby, creator of Stargazer

23 July 2025

Press release

  Boutique music publicity company Yes Please are thrilled to announce they are now representing Iona Bielby, a rising force in music journalism, content...

Impala welcomes European Commission’s decision to open detailed investigation into UMGs acquisition of Downtown, urges full scrutiny and blocking of deal

23 July 2025

Press release

  IMPALA, the European association of independent music companies representing over 6,000 independent music companies and associations, welcomes the European Commission’s...

AEG Presents Elevates Jim King to Chief Executive Officer, AEG Presents UK and European Festivals

23 July 2025

Press release

Steve Homer Takes on New Role as President, UK Touring   AEG Presents, a global leader in live entertainment, today announced that...

CMM statement on Creator Remuneration Working Group outcomes

23 July 2025

Press release

The government has published a statement on the outcomes of the Creator Remuneration Working Group which has been meeting since...

Sony Music Publishing Nashville Signs Adrien Nunez to Global Deal

23 July 2025

Press release

  Sony Music Publishing Nashville today announced the signing of rising country artist and songwriter Adrien Nunez to a global publishing administration...

Music Industry Trusts Award: 2025 recipient - Ashley Tabor-King CBE

22 July 2025

Press release

FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT OF GLOBAL MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT GROUP In recognition of his dedication to the music industryEvent to take...

Yoto brings Wicked: The Soundtrack to Platform

22 July 2025

Press release

The children’s audio platform adds the blockbuster motion picture soundtrack to its music library   Yoto, the award-winning audio platform for children,...

Andrew Cushin signs a major publishing deal with Notting Hill Music

22 July 2025

Press release

The critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin has signed a major global publishing deal with Notting Hill Music, one of the...

Frontiers Music SRL welcomes rock icon John Corabi to its artist roster

21 July 2025

Press release

Frontiers Music Srl is proud to announce the signing of legendary rock vocalist John Corabi to its roster of iconic...

Three Six Zero names Aimee Jessiman Head of Management (UK)

18 July 2025

Press release

  At Three Six Zero, Jessiman works on global talent such as Calvin Harris and Swedish House Mafia. In her new role, Jessiman will...

The Artist & Manager Awards return on Thursday 20th November

18 July 2025

Press release

  The Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) and the Music Managers Forum (MMF) are delighted to reveal that our annual Artist & Manager...

TikTok and Anghami make streaming Nancy Ajram's 'Nancy 11' easier than ever with new 'Add to Music App' feature

18 July 2025

Press release

Whether it’s a viral earworm, a snippet from your For You feed, or a song that hits just right, starting today,...

Jeff Satur, F.HERO, Kantong and Saran among artists honoured at star-studded Official Thailand Chart event in Bangkok

18 July 2025

Press release

The event marked the launch of the Official Thailand Chart, part of the Official Southeast Asia Charts platform celebrating the...

Operation Authentica gains momentum as Brazil court makes first landmark ruling in streaming fraud case

18 July 2025

Press release

  A Court in São Paulo, Brazil has handed down a landmark ruling against company Seguidores Marketing Digital Ltda for generating...

PRS Members' Fund launches Rest & Rewind – A new Wellbeing Breaks Initiative for music creators

18 July 2025

Press release

The PRS Members’ Fund is proud to announce the launch of its new Rest & Rewind Wellbeing Breaks Initiative, designed to support...

Indie band The Clientele joins Wise Music Group

18 July 2025

Press release

Wise Music Group is pleased to announce the worldwide signing of acclaimed British band The Clientele to our publishing roster...

Former ELO members open new production suite in memory of bandmate

18 July 2025

Press release

The memory of Electric Light Orchestra’s (ELO) keyboardist is being honoured with the opening of a new production suite at the Royal...

Key Production Group strengthens senior leadership team with the appointment of new CFO, Laura Bessell

17 July 2025

Press release

  Laura Bessell joins Key Production Group as Chief Financial Officer, bringing 25 years of financial experience Appointment supports company’s European expansion...

Armada Music Publishing and Spectrum Music Launch Spectrum Music Publishing; Joris Voorn Exclusively Signed as First Composer

17 July 2025

Press release

Several tracks born out of Armada and Spectrum’s creative partnership are included on Voorn’s upcoming album ‘Serotonin,’ out this Friday,...

Inflation Surprise Sends Ripples Through Business Confidence as Industry Ramps Up Call for Government Action in Autumn Budget to Prevent Fiscal Fallout Says NTIA

17 July 2025

Press release

  UK inflation has surged to 3.6% in the year to June — a sharp rise from May and well above the Bank of...

PPL PRS supports LOROS' Stomp Round Leicester art trail with elephant sculpture designed by Kasabian frontman, Serge Pizzorno

17 July 2025

Press release

Leicester businesses, including music licensing organisation, PPL PRS, have come together to support LOROS’ upcoming Stomp Round Leicester art trail...

TikTok announces the beta launch of TikTok Songwriter Features

17 July 2025

Press release

Today TikTok is pleased to announce the beta launch of TikTok Songwriter Features, a new set of features and tools which...

Tom Coulson-Smith Promoted to Vice President, A&R at Concord Music Publishing

17 July 2025

Press release

  Concord Music Publishing is pleased to announce the promotion of Tom Coulson-Smith to Vice President, A&R. Based in London, Coulson-Smith steps up from his...

Warner Music Italy signs deal with Mace

17 July 2025

Press release

MACE IS ONE OF THE MOST RENOWNED PRODUCERS IN ITALY AND HAS RELEASED ALBUMS THAT HAVE ACHIEVED MULTI-PLATINUM STATUS   Warner Music...

The LIVE Trust announces eight new trustees

17 July 2025

Press release

New Appointees Add Wide Range of Expertise and Experience Across Multiple Roles in Live Music Kirsty McShannon Elected Chair of...

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