Universal Music Group and TikTok reach new licensing agreement

Music from UMG and UMPG is now expected to return to TikTok within one to two weeks, with muted videos featuring affected repertoire then available to listen to again. UMG and TikTok said they are "working expeditiously" to restore the music to the platform.

OpenPlay, Stem to Expand Direct Delivery Service for Seamless Music and Video Distribution

OpenPlay users will be able to seamlessly send music and video assets, and corresponding metadata, directly to DSPs without needing to negotiate their own licensing deals.

This new deal allows OpenPlay users, whether Merlin members or not, to utilize Stem’s existing licenses with DSPs, streamlining the process even further. Stem will also manage statements and payments for select OpenPlay Direct Delivery customers, all for a competitive single-digit rate of net royalties that is unmatched in the industry.

IMRO partners with music tech company Audoo

Partnership strives to enhance the reporting of music usage by businesses in Ireland, ensuring music creators receive fair compensation. This rollout of Audoo Audio Meters™ bolsters Audoo’s global expansion, and mission to revolutionise public performance royalties for music creators, licensees and businesses.

Spotify tests adding artist video 'Clips' to its playlist pages

The clips relate directly to their tracks in the playlist: a ‘Making of Espresso’ clip for Carpenter’s song ‘Espresso’ and a ‘Beautiful Things BTS’ clip for Boone’s ‘Beautiful Things’.

Beatport Evolves Beatportal Into Community Driven Hub to Bring Fans Closer to Creators

For the last five years, Beatport, the global leader in music for DJs, producers, and their fans, has expressed its vision to the global dance music community via its news and culture website Beatportal, establishing the site as an essential touchpoint for DJ culture.

Legacy Meets Innovation in Splice's New Sample Label, a Hub for Retrofuturistic Jazz

Signature invites creators to craft new compositions that pay reverence to jazz's illustrious roots while pushing its boundaries into new artistic frontiers.

Artists have earned $123m via Bandcamp Fridays since 2020 and fans have paid artists and their labels $1.3bn via the platform to date

The direct to fan platform celebrates its 40th Bandcamp Friday on May 3.

NetEase Cloud Music Adds JYP Entertainment Catalog

Chinese music streaming service NetEase Cloud Music announces a licensing agreement for digital music distribution with South Korea’s JYP Entertainment.

Primary Wave partners with Endel to create sleep and focus soundscapes from artists

Endel boasts partnerships with the likes of Universal Music Group, Spinnin' Records, AWAL and Future Classic.

Anghami’s paid subscribers jumped 18% in Q1 2024, after a 2023 of revenue ‘headwinds’

The MENA-focused streaming service expects a revenue boost following its merger with TV and film streamer OSN+.

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