Disney Music Group strikes deal with AI music startup AudioShake

AudioShake uses AI to deconstruct music tracks into stems that can be used for remixes, sampling and other applications. The technology can be used to separate vocals or dialogue from instruments, for example, in older recordings where multiple tracks aren’t available.

Deezer launches its own ‘Playlist with AI’ feature in beta

Spotify recently launched a beta test of its ‘AI Playlist’ feature, creating playlists based on text prompts. Now Deezer is following suit.

Shaping The Future Of The Music Industry With Web3

One way my label furthered our reach within the Web3 space was by identifying and establishing a partnership with Parti, a social network and NFT marketplace platform. We were able to bring in our expertise in the music industry while using this platform to more efficiently incorporate blockchain technology and decentralized finance methods.

K-Pop group Tomorrow X Together go on a VR tour with AmazeVR

‘Hyperfocus: Tomorrow X Together VR Concert’ will visit Los Angeles, Buena Park, Houston, Chicago and New York between August and November this year

Reframing the Narrative: Major Labels Through a Different Lens (Instead of DIY Can We DIT?) with Amanda Schupf, MAX Music

‘The music industry does not have to be a zero-sum game. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for artists, and in my view, there’s room for diverse strategies and players. TRUE support for artists involves educating them about ALL of their options and helping them navigate the landscape.’

Monstercat’s latest Roblox experience is a DJ Simulator

It’s a game that encourages players to become a DJ, producing songs, customising their stage and special effects, and collecting decks and pets.

Ireland’s IMRO extends royalty collection agreement with ICE

'International collaboration is key to maximizing revenues for rightsholders whilst minimizing costs without duplicating resources in individual markets'.

Spotify Italy Highlights the Physical Effects of Summer Hits with Raffaella Carrà’s 'Pedro'

A city park with a carousel and an ice-cream cart; a basketball court that becomes the perfect location for a summer barbecue; a bus stop in Wes Andersonian tones called SANTA FE: the new Spotify campaign for the Estate 2024 playlist immerses us into a dreamlike atmosphere, where the suburban summer is dominated by summer hits and their contagious symptoms.

The Evolution of the Artist-to-Artist Relationship: How Social Media Affects Artists

In the music industry, a strong emphasis is placed on the relationship between artists and their fans. However, what about the often-overlooked dynamic between artists themselves? Negative relationships between artists have often shaped societal and political discourse. 

MIDiA launches video creator economy vertical as AI delivers transformative growth

Keeping step with AI’s impact on the video creation industry can be a daunting prospect. Ways of working that have existed for decades are being reorientated around generative AI tools.

Westlife embrace AI for new push into China with single performed in Mandarin

The group’s new single in China was performed entirely in Mandarin by using artificial intelligence. Love + Courage, a cover of Jason Zhang’s 2016 hit, is available in China through Tencent Music Entertainment. The single amassed more than a million streams in its first week.

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