TikTok expands Commercial Music Library’s reach with Adobe deal

TikTok expanded the reach of its CML through a new deal with Adobe, which builds on an existing partnership that resulted in the AI-powered “Symphony Assistant”. Now, via an add-on to that assistant, the CML will now be available within the Adobe Express software, a  tool for creating videos and social content.

Benjamin Bernheim’s ‘Werther’ to be Streamed from Teatro alla Scala

The Teatro alla Scala is set to stream Massenet’s “Werther” on June 27, 2024. The company will showcase the opera on La Scala TV which will be conducted by Alain Altinoglu and directed by Christof Loy.

Mainstream is the new niche

Five years ago, we made the call that ‘niche is the new mainstream’. Today, this dynamic is so fundamental to music and culture that we are firmly in the stage of second order consequences. Superstars are getting smaller, the long tail is getting longer, and rightsholders are bringing in earnings thresholds to keep that growing long tail at bay.

Iconic music shop Manny’s returns with digital pop-up store in partnership with BandLab

Founded in 1935, Manny’s holds a storied history in the world of music retail, having sold instruments to legendary names including Jimi Hendrix and Bob Marley. The store, located on New York’s 48th Street, was acquired by retail giant Sam Ash in 1999, before closing 10 years later in 2009.

Why video creation tools must go niche to survive AI streamliners like Apple Intelligence

Amid the flurry of recent generative AI announcements, Apple had been strangely quiet. This changed when it announced Apple Intelligence at its WWDC24 developer conference. In short, Apple Intelligence is a suite of consumer-focused tools embedded into Apple products to enhance productivity and enable creativity.

Stationhead Launches New All-Access Membership Tier for Superfans

This new proof-of-fandom tier is rolling out across Stationhead’s 1,000+ fan communities after a successful beta test with several household-name artists. In beta alone, over 150,000 users have unlocked All-Access.

Spotify Knows You So Well (And You, and You ... and You, Too!)

Dubbed "My Spotify," the work features famous fans, such as artist and designer Carly Mark, actor Ewen Bremner, power publicist Gia Kuan and FC Barcelona players Lucy Bronze, Salma Paralluelo and Alejandro Balde.

Shazam launches 'Radio Spins' charts based on over 40k stations

Shazam’s music-identification technology made its name with its consumer service, but there has always been strong B2B potential for it too.

Another big AI feature could be on the way for YouTube Music, but it has a long way to go before it can beat Spotify

AI features are increasingly cropping up in the best music streaming services, offering us more personalized listening experiences. And now YouTube Music could be joining the fray – with a new feature powered by Google Gemini. 

Elton John Doc ‘Never Too Late’ To Premiere At Toronto International Film Festival

‘Elton John: Never Too Late’ hails from Disney+ and is jointly directed by R.J. Cutler and David Furnish, John’s husband.

SXSW London Expands Executive Team

South by Southwest (SXSW) London announced the hirings of Elliot Willis, Adem Holness, and Katy Arnander to its growing, full-time executive team. Also joining SXSW London is Alex Poots, who will serve as a creative advisor whilst continuing his work full-time at The Shed in New York.

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