BBC Sounds launches first integrated in-car app

BBC Sounds has released a new car app that will be initially available in BMW and Mini vehicles. The app enables drivers to listen to their favorite podcasts, radio, and music through the vehicles’ own in-car entertainment system.

Brazilian judge imposes streaming ‘ban’ on Adele’s Million Years Ago in plagiarism dispute

Sony and Universal can still appeal the decision that bans streaming and physical sales of 'Million Years Ago' worldwide.

A Case for Musical Serendipity!

Is music discovery becoming more challenging? The top of the charts and popular genres dominate the radio, while eclectic artists and niche genres are easily accessible on streaming platforms. But what happens when even your new music playlists start to feel stale?

Why Jack Dorsey’s TIDAL is focusing on building new DJ tools and content in 2025

TIDAL’s Dan Murphy and TIDAL Rising artist Ariel Zetina explain how the underdog streaming platform is attempting to turn the tide for DJs.

The Rise of Music Documentaries

Music documentaries are changing the music industry, boosting visibility for classic and modern artists alike and connecting fans across generations.

Building Trust in Music Investments: The SongVest Approach

Music royalties are fast becoming a desired alternative for investors, but trust is everything. SongVest is working to bring security to the sector with strong protections, SEC compliance, and transparency.

EDM duo Justice launch an AR experience within Google Maps

If you’re wandering around Paris in the near future with the help of your smartphone, you may get a few electronic-music surprises thrown in for good measure.

Why quality distribution still matters to the music business

As revealed in the BPI and Official Charts Company's Q3 figures, physical music sales are on course for their first annual increase in 20 years, registering a 2.6% year-to-date uptick to 11,656,797 units.

Trailer drops for Avicii documentary

The full documentary lands on Netflix on 31 December alongside a film of his last ever show.

OSN Group to invest up to $55m in MENA music service Anghami

It’s just over a year since the parent company of video-streaming service OSN+ announced plans to merge with MENA-focused music service Anghami.

Gen AI May Fuel a $10.5B Revenue Slip for Music Creators

Just how big an impact will generative AI have on the music sector? A study is exploring the unprecedented technology’s potential multibillion-dollar consequences for creators and rightsholders.

Vochlea Music: The AI start-up empowering creativity

Vochlea Music, a start-up based in London, is the proprietor of Dubler, a form of voice recognition technology for music creation.

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