TikTok partners with South Korean streaming service Melon to expand ‘Add to Music App’ feature

TikTok recently announced the shutdown of its TikTok Music streaming service, but that's not the end of its musical ambitions.

Spotify is Adding Music Video Support in 85 Additional Markets

The company didn’t specify if these 85 new markets included the U.S. It’s a large market for the streaming giant but was omitted in the first set of regions where music videos were available. Despite the new expansion, the music video feature remains limited to paid users.

AI’s creator economy revolution will accelerate if it can join the dots

While generative artificial intelligence (AI) is in its infancy, many people are optimistic about the technology’s potential. Organizations are deploying AI to improve productivity – and creators and general consumers are following suit.

Is mixing and mastering a dying art?

A new study from AI mastering platform RoEx shines a light on the biggest challenges for DIY music producers.

Beyond TikTok and YouTube: The Key to Long-Term Music Success

You may get you quick views and even go viral, but you must go beyond TikTok and YouTube to distribute and market your music across all platforms to achieve long-term.

Free Service for A&R to Track Artist Signings Is Rolled Out

Traditionally, A&Rs and managers have relied on time-consuming networking and legal negotiations to stay informed about deal flow. Meddling has rolled out a new service that offers music industry professionals free, real-time tracking of artist signings and label drops.

Tencent Music is ‘strategically deploying advanced AI tools’ to crack down on infringement amid the rise of AI-generated content

According to TME: “We believe AI should be a supportive tool rather than a substitute for musicians creating original works. We implement compliance assessments and continuous monitoring of AI products and operations to ensure that AI-generated musical content is properly licensed and musicians’ creative works are fully protected.”

PIAS founders sell remaining shares to Universal Music Group

When independent music firm PIAS announced a ‘strategic global alliance’ with Universal Music Group in 2021, the message was that PIAS “remains fully independent”.

Collabhouse launches pre-cleared music library for micro-syncs

Collabhouse is the Netherlands-based music promotion and distribution firm launched by Spinnin’ Records co-founder Eelko van Kooten.

The Circuit Group partners with Kobalt for global publishing administration

Formed earlier this year, The Circuit Group is a music business collective aiming to acquire ownership in artists' IP portfolios and partner with them to build opportunities, alongside traditional artist management. It has offices in London, New York and Los Angeles. 

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