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Jeremy Abbott has been appointed as the new Managing Editor of NME Networks. In this new managerial role, Abbott will be responsible for leading the day-to-day editorial operations for all titles such as NME, NME Asia, NME Australia, Guitar.com and MusicTech, with the aim of building and maintaining a world-class music and pop culture new media group. 

Over the course of his ten year editorial experience as Global Brand & Content Editor at Mixmag and Editor at Unilad, some of the biggest titles in the UK, Jeremy Abbott, with his combined background of online media production and editorial curation has been able to stay at the forefront of digital media. 

“I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining NME Networks as Managing Editor”, says Jeremy Abbott as he speaks on this new endeavor: “To be able to lead numerous world class titles into the future is an honour and I can’t wait to get started. The global team is comprised of talented, knowledgeable and supremely passionate staff who really care about these brands and I’m excited to see what we can create together.”

The Chief Operating & Commercial Officer at NME Networks Holly Bishop calls Jeremy Abbott a “rare find”: “His personable style, matched with a global outlook make him the perfect fit for NME Networks … Jeremy’s contribution will be key to driving forward our ambitious growth plans, as we continue to shape popular culture with world-class content.”

10 Jun 2025 | Press release

Inaugural SXSW London Welcomed Attendees From 77 Countries and 800 Global Leaders

  Former Olympic community head likens SXSW London to 2012 Olympics in terms of long-term impact  Festival closed with premiere of LIFE OF CHUCK and Cactus Pears winning Grand Jury Prize in film category, and with final music performances from Idris Elba,...more

10 Jun 2025 | Press release

TikTok UK Song of the Summer Predictions

  Skye Newman – “Family Matters” What Skye Newman has achieved in such a short span is genuinely rare. This debut artist is rewriting the rules. Following viral success with her breakout “Hairdresser,” Skye Newman’s second single “Family Matters” has already broken...more

10 Jun 2025 | Press release

New report highlights emergence of a two-tier music streaming market favouring scale over diversity and flags need for urgent action

A new report “Combating the Emergence of a Two-Tier Music Streaming Market” has been published today. Analysing recent evolutions in the music streaming market, the report warns that a two-tier industry is emerging which requires “immediate attention”.The analysis has been carried...more

10 Jun 2025 | Press release

Forward Slash Founder Keturah Cummings Wins 'Music Entrepreneur of the Year' at 2025 Young Music Boss Awards

To be awarded in partnership with AIM on Thursday 12th June Keturah Cummings, founder of social media agency and content production studio Forward Slash, will be named Music Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2025 Young Music Boss (YMB) Awards, which...more

10 Jun 2025 | Press release

New festival Homestead cancels. AIF calls for Music Festival Tax Relief to mitigate closures and kickstart growth

39 UK festivals have fallen in 2025 to date - equalling half of the 78 that fell in 2024.    Somerset's new Homestead festival announced its cancellation today (Monday 9 June) and is the 39th festival to fall so far this year....more

09 Jun 2025 | Press release

LyricFind statements on Musixmatch motion to dismiss

Statements from Darryl Ballantyne (Founder & CEO of LyricFind) and Kellie Lerner (counsel for LyricFind) regarding Musixmatch's motion to dismiss LyricFind's antitrust lawsuit against them. "As revealed in our now unredacted complaint, we allege this was a classic 'buy or bury' scheme....more

09 Jun 2025 | Press release

Mick Hucknall and Lola Young to be honoured with prestigious ASCAP Awards

ASCAP GOLDEN NOTE AWARD TO BE PRESENTED TO MICK HUCKNALL TO MARK SIMPLY RED'S 40th ANNIVERSARY LOLA YOUNG TO RECEIVE ASCAP VANGUARD AWARD    ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, today announced that it will present two of its most prestigious awards to Mick...more

09 Jun 2025 | Press release

Tax Shock Threatens Fragile Nightlife Recovery - NTIA NTE Market Tracker Reports 15.8% Contraction in Independent Businesses

  The second Night Time Economy Market Monitor was published today, offering the most comprehensive snapshot yet of the UK’s nightlife landscape, produced by the Night Time Industries Association in partnership with CGA by NIQ. The report presents cautious signs of recovery...more

09 Jun 2025 | Press release

Massive Attack kick off new London festival with groundbreaking sustainable event

Guest appearances from Elizabeth Fraser, Horace Andy, Deborah Miller and Yasiin Bey Lido Field, Victoria ParkFriday 6 June 2025Visit LIDOFESTIVAL.CO.UK LIDO Festival, London's newest music event, kicked off with a 100% battery-powered day headlined by the legendary Massive Attack. With a new, state of the art...more

09 Jun 2025 | Press release

The BRIT Awards with Mastercard moves to Manchester for first time

UK's biggest night in music to be hosted at Co-op Live in 2026 & 2027 2026 date confirmed as Saturday 28th February For the first time in its history, The BRIT Awards with Mastercard will leave the capital and make its way north. The...more

09 Jun 2025 | Press release

Exceleration Music Acquires Marquee UK Independent Music Company Cooking Vinyl

Exceleration Music, the independent music company known for its unique blend of distribution, investment, and label support services, has entered into an agreement to acquire Cooking Vinyl, one of the UK’s most successful and long-standing music companies. This strategic move brings...more

06 Jun 2025 | Press release

FUGA Partners with Single to Bring Direct-to-Consumer Commerce to Artists and Labels

Partnership with Single enables FUGA clients to seamlessly integrate music, merch, and exclusive content via Shopify Downtown-owned, B2B distributor FUGA has announced a partnership with Single, the leading direct-to-consumer (D2C) app for artists and labels. The integration allows FUGA clients to...more

06 Jun 2025 | Press release

Brighton Pride Announces Hayu as Headline Sponsor for 2025

Brighton & Hove’s Pride on the Park is proud to announce that Hayu, the all-reality  streaming service from NBCUniversal, is headline sponsor for the two-day event taking place on  Saturday, August 2nd and Sunday, August 3rd at Preston Park in...more

06 Jun 2025 | Press release

Armada Music Adds to Burgeoning UK Roster, Signs Rising Talent SILK to Long-Term Recordings Deal

Armada Music, the world’s biggest independent dance music label, proudly announces the signing of a long-term recordings deal with acclaimed UK dance artist SILK. Having risen to prominence with his breakout single ‘Quiver’ in 2022–a track that helped define and...more

06 Jun 2025 | Press release

SourceAudio Establishes the First Scalable, Fully Cleared AI Music Dataset Licensing Marketplace

SourceAudio Establishes the First Scalable, Fully Cleared AI Music Dataset Licensing Marketplace, Generating Over $1.35M in New Annual Recurring Revenue for Artists and Publishers in May Alone SourceAudio's marketplace makes 14M songs, 3M SFX, and 200 sampled instruments available to AI...more

06 Jun 2025 | Press release

SXSW Keynote: Keeping British Music a Global Headline Act

Dr Jo Twist OBE – BPI CEO5th June 2025    Introduction  It’s a pleasure to be with you this afternoon at the inaugural SXSW London. There’s been a fantastic range of keynotes and panels so far, with many more to come.   I’m Dr...more

06 Jun 2025 | Press release

Reservoir Announces New Deal with Independent Label Fool's Gold Records

Reservoir President & COO Rell Lafargue with Fool’s Gold Co-Founder A-Trak    Reservoir Media, Inc. (NASDAQ: RSVR), an award-winning independent music company, today announced a multifaceted deal with independent record label Fool’s Gold Records. The deal sees Reservoir acquire the catalog master...more

05 Jun 2025 | Press release

NTIA Highlights The Lack Of Specific Investment In Late Night Infrastructure Is Having A Considerable Impact On Trade As Post Midnight Revenue

  Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, said: “We acknowledge the commitment to invest in transport, but without specific investment in the night-time economy, it will fall short. Millions continue to face unreliable or nonexistent late-night transport, crippling trade...more

05 Jun 2025 | Press release

Moises Earns Dual Honors: Named Apple's iPad App of the Year and Design Awards Finalist

Recognized by Apple for its musician-first design, Moises now serves 60 million users in 190 countries and processes daily audio equivalent of nearly five years of continuous music  Moises, the AI-powered music platform, was today named an Apple Design Award finalist...more

05 Jun 2025 | Press release

Audiomack and Beatdapp Join Forces to Combat Streaming Fraud

Partnership with Beatdapp helps Audiomack set a new standard for fair play, editorial integrity, and artist protection.   Audiomack, the global music streaming and discovery platform, and Beatdapp, the leading independent fraud detection company serving the music industry, today announced their partnership...more

05 Jun 2025 | Press release

Gulf Coast Records and SRG/ILS Deepen Strategic Partnership with Expanded Distribution

Gulf Coast Records, the acclaimed home of modern blues, is proud to announce a deeper alliance with The SRG/ILS Group (Virgin Music Group). Building on a fruitful relationship that began in 2021 with the critically acclaimed blues debut of Tito...more

05 Jun 2025 | Press release

Young Music Boss Awards and Black Music Coalition Honour MOBO Founder Kanya King CBE with Inaugural Industry Icon Award

A trailblazer, visionary, and cultural force, King becomes the first recipient of a new award celebrating transformative leadership and legacy in the music industry.In a powerful celebration of legacy, leadership and cultural impact, the Young Music Boss (YMB) Awards, in...more

05 Jun 2025 | Press release

Sound On's Josh Mateer wins A&R of the year award at MiCannes Awards

Today, at the MiCannes Awards in Cannes, Josh Mateer, SoundOn's Head of A&R for EMEA, was honoured with the JSM A&R of the Year Award.   The Award was conceived after the death of the legendary A&R man, Malcolm Dunbar and recognises excellence in the discovery and development...more

05 Jun 2025 | Press release

No Luck Required: Smart Label StrmMusic Gives Artists Data-Driven, Road-Tested Intelligent Support to Reach Success

  The luck era is over in the music business. StrmMusic (pronounced "stream"), the smart digital label that's become a virtual fourth major in its burgeoning home market of Brazil, is ushering in a new time when artists control their fates...more

04 Jun 2025 | Press release

Banning NDAs fundamental to tackling 'culture of misogyny' in the music industry, WEC warns

Ministers must now act to ban non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases involving sexual misconduct, bullying, or discrimination, or risk perpetuating the "culture of misogyny and discrimination" facing women in the music industry, a new report by the Women and Equalities Committee...more

04 Jun 2025 | Press release

TikTok for Artists: The new all-in-one music insights platform for artists

  TikTok for Artists is a new artist-first platform designed to help artists build their careers and fanbase on TikTok Artists can now access data and insights about their music, posts and followers  New 'Pre-Release' tool now available for the creation of album...more

04 Jun 2025 | Press release

BBC Music presents Glastonbury 2025

  The BBC, Glastonbury’s exclusive broadcast partner, brings audiences a two-month celebration of the festival this June and July, across TV, BBC iPlayer, radio and BBC Sounds and today, announces this year’s presenting team. Lorna Clarke, BBC Director of Music says: “This...more

04 Jun 2025 | Press release

Amazon Music reveals artist lineup for Primavera Sound livestream

  Music fans around the world will be able to enjoy live performances by artists including; Aminé, Beabadoobee, Black Country, New Road, Caribou, Carolina Durante, Charli xcx & Troye Sivan present SWEAT, Christian Lee Hutson, Ciutat, CMAT, Confidence Man, Denzel Curry,...more

04 Jun 2025 | Press release

Bryan Adams and Def Leppard to headline Radio 2 in the Park 2025

  Radio 2 in the Park 2025 will be heading to Hylands Park in Chelmsford, Essex, from Friday 5th to Sunday 7th September and, as announced on today’s Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2, Bryan Adams will headline Saturday night and Def...more

04 Jun 2025 | Press release

Callum Beattie signs global services deal with Cooking Vinyl

Cooking Vinyl are proud to announce the signing of Scottish singer/songwriter Callum Beattie to a worldwide artist services deal, with new music planned for release in 2025 along with a sell-out headline the OVO Hydro arena in Glasgow November, marking...more

10 Jun 2025

  • New report highlights emergence of a two-tier music streaming market favouring scale over diversity and flags need for urgent action (see Reports)

09 Jun 2025

  • Ministers’ silence on threats to our creatives is bewildering (see News)

  • Sony Music Publishing set to acquire Hipgnosis Songs Group (see Business)

  • Manchester's Co-op Live to host the BRIT Awards (see News)

06 Jun 2025

  • Elliot Grainge has breathed new life into Atlantic Records (see Features)

  • BPI CEO addressed the SXSW London conference (see News)

05 Jun 2025

  • Elton John slams Labour over the AI act (see Opinion)

04 Jun 2025

  • Jim King's 30-year reign (see Features)

  • TikTok launches TikTok for Artists (see Digital)

  • Culture secretary Lisa Nandy talks AI policies and regulation (see News)

03 Jun 2025

  • A study from ICMP on music publishing revenues shows that digital now dominates (see Reports)

02 Jun 2025

  • Majors in talks to license music to AI firms Udio, Suno (see News)

  • Taylor Swift has bought back rights to her master recordings, a win for her but also a potentially major win for the industry (see Features)

  • UK music business power players: 2025 list revealed (see Reports)

30 May 2025

  • Music industry unites to call on the UK Government to bolster investment in music export and exchange (see News)

29 May 2025

  • UK recorded music exports rose in value by 1.9% in 2024 (see Reports)

  • European artists earned a record-breaking €1.7bn in royalties on Spotify in 2024 (see Reports)

28 May 2025

  • How Live Nation is devouring the live music industry (see Analysis)