A2IM Partners with beatBread

The partnership will bring leverage and flexibility to A2IM members with beatBread’s transparent, data-driven funding solutions.

Amazon Music to Include Audible’s Unmatched Selection of Audiobooks

Amazon Music Unlimited individual plan subscribers, and primary account holders to the family plan can listen to one audiobook at a time — of any length — per month with their subscription. Customers can stream at their convenience and can continue listening to their monthly title after the next billing cycle begins, or select a new one.

AllTrack launches mechanical rights division

It covers mechanical royalties generated when music is streamed on demand, used in digital applications, downloaded, reproduced into physical products such as CDs and vinyl records, or utilised in various other means protected under copyright law. 

SoundCloud expands AI toolkit with new Partnerships and Features

SoundCloud expands AI toolkit with partnerships that will integrate new assistive AI tools directly into the platform.

PRS Foundation and Amazon MGM Studios launch initiative to support UK-based composers

The four composers receiving talent development bursaries of £2,500 and mentoring are: Lucy Hackett, Mirari, Rebekah Reid (Täpp Collective) and Ruth Lyon.

Beyond the Hype: AI's Practical Applications in Music Marketing and Fan Engagement

Integrating artificial intelligence into the music industry has been a topic of intense discussion and controversy, particularly in the realm of music creation.

Armada Music and Beatport Release Documentary Honoring King Street Sounds

House Music Royalty: The Story of King Street Sounds is a film that traces the label’s rich legacy and new chapter under Armada Music’s leadership.

David Bowie’s From-The-Vault Single Is An Instant Posthumous Top 10

It’s unknown just how much music David Bowie left behind after his passing in 2016. He released hundreds of songs and more than two dozen albums during his lifetime, but he wrote and recorded much more than the world has yet to hear.

Ed Sheeran says Band Aid 40 didn’t ask his permission to use his vocals – and he wouldn’t have given it

“A decade on and my understanding of the narrative associated with this has changed,” Sheeran said.

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