Spotify Tests New Paid Tier; Engle Debuts New Music Podcast; Adaptr Adds Licensing Deal with Merlin

Spotify is testing a cheaper ad-supported plan that removes playback restrictions for $0.99 per month.

‘Deep Cuts: Lost and Found’ has made its way to the Engle podcast lineup.

Adaptr is a subscription-based platform that makes it easy for start-ups to use music. It was recently licensed by Warner Music and now adds Merlin's label membership to its industry partnerships.

The "Never Stop Exploring" channel from Sonos and The North Face is a soundtrack to adventures, overseen by Wilco's Mikael Jorgensen.

Founder Andy Irvine explains how white label platform could transform distribution market.

First announced in 2019, 'Becoming Led Zeppelin' marks the first and only time the group has participated in a documentary in 50 years.

Alibaba’s music streaming service could be coming back to life after Beijing deprives Tencent of music streaming exclusivity.

Chris Price has said that radio offers a stronger connection to new music than any other medium, as BBC Radio 1 unveils the latest additions to its Brit List.

Paul Wilson explores whether or not our ears and brain are playing sonic tricks.

Spotify Today's Top Fans: A guide on how to use the new stats feature and find your most listened to artists and streamed songs.

Twitter is now in the crosshairs of the music industry and nearly two dozen U.S. lawmakers over the issue of music copyright infringement.

A viral TikTok trend featuring Greta Van Fleet’s 2019 SNL set drives streams and sales for the band and sends “You’re the One” back onto the Billboard charts.

Not everyone is in love with this idea – especially, it seems, indie labels.

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