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How ‘Superfandom’ is Reshaping Music Streaming’s Next Chapter
Streaming has been the dominant format for music consumption for more than a decade, and in that time, the focus of many conversations in the industry has largely centered on catalogue size, subscriber growth, and personalisation algorithms.
The Average U.S. Streamer Spends $434 on Music Yearly
The average stateside streaming user now spends $434 on recorded music annually – up nearly 30% from 2020, according to a new DIMA’ study. But amid a well-documented subscriber plateau in established markets, what’s the best way to drive additional growth?
Seeker Music Group signs global distribution deal with Virgin Music
The deal builds on existing collaboration between Seeker CO Evan Bogart, creative officer Steven Melrose and Virgin Music Group. It will expand Seeker’s global reach and scale across its growing catalogue of 19,000-plus copyrights and recordings, which is valued at more than $400 million.
Five Platforms Charting the Future of AI Music
The first chapter of AI music was about whether the machines could make a song. It’s obvious they can. The next chapter — the one that decides what this scene actually becomes — is about everything surrounding the file: how it gets made, shared, discovered, and paid for.
Deezer says there are hundreds of AI-generated World Cup songs
“More than 270 tracks named ‘World Cup 2026’ have been uploaded, and over 70% of these are labeled as generated with the use of AI. Similarly, there are over 150 songs named ‘FIFA World Cup 2026’, and over 65% of these are labeled as AI,” reported Deezer.
Abbey Road REDD showcases music-tech startups at SXSW London
Last week, Abbey Road REDD Labs presented its latest showcase of music-tech startups at SXSW London, in a ‘Studio Four’ event.
Universal Music Publishing Group unveils new brand identity
‘Our new brand is about celebrating the enduring power of songwriting and giving it a clear voice, a lasting home, and a stronger future,’ said UMPG Chairman and CEO Jody Gerson.
Apple Music is getting new features in iOS 27 software update
Apple kicked off its WWDC event yesterday – its annual conference for developers – with the traditional keynote debuting its next raft of software updates and services.
Behind Every Copyright Is a Human Being. It’s Time the Industry Acted Like It.
For one music publisher, the industry’s obsession with copyright, catalogs, and platform economics shifts our focus away from livelihood, trust.
Before Music Publishers Invest in AI, They Need to Know What They’re Fixing
The publishers that benefit most from AI will not necessarily be the ones that moved first, but those that took time to understand what they needed from it.
Duetti Opens New Revenue Streams for Artists With Early Catalog Deals and Remixing
Duetti wants to buy songs just six months after release. Here's what that means for independent artists.
Ableton Extensions will let you code your own tools and actions for Live
You run up against a limitation in Ableton Live, or you’ve got a creative idea. What if you could make it happen using code? That’s the Ableton Extension SDK, out in public beta now (JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js).
Wigmore Hall Partners With Apple Music Classical — With 100% of Royalties Going to the Performing Artists
West London’s Wigmore Hall has announced a new partnership with Apple Music Classical, which will see all new Wigmore Hall Live releases premiere exclusively on the platform for three months.
WorldCast Expands MC6 Feature Set
Software update strengthens DAB mobile measurements and lab capabilities.
Indie music-focused streaming app Cantilever closes pre-seed round backed by labels including Domino, Ninja Tune and Sub Pop
All backers support the Organization for Recorded Culture and Arts (ORCA), forming the round during an ORCA discussion on the future of independent music.
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