Groover Unveils Rebrand, New Features to Help Independent Artists Get Their Music Heard Globally

These updates reinforce Groover’s commitment to empowering artists by providing them with the tools they need to gain visibility and meaningful opportunities in the music industry.

The King reveals his playlist, from Marley to Kylie

King Charles III is launching a personal playlist of music that lifts his spirits and brings back important memories, including Bob Marley, Kylie Minogue and Grace Jones. He was photographed at Buckingham Palace for the music project, named the King's Music Room, with an "on air" sign on the desk of the royal DJ.

4 Out Of 5 Songs Sent To Music Services Are Never Played.

The number of tracks available on music streaming services is shooting further and further into the stratosphere. Another number is growing as well: tracks that are uploaded and then never played.

Apple Testing New Ambient Music Feature in iOS 18.4 Beta

Apple is preparing to introduce an ambient music feature with the upcoming iOS 18.4 update, allowing users to play curated playlists directly from the Control Center.

Evolution of Spotify from music to multi-content platform

There has been an evolution of Spotify from a music platform to multi-content platform with podcasts, audiobooks, AI-created tracks, and more. Learn how the shift is reshaping how we discover and experience music and entertainment.

Gen Z Loves Live Music, new study confirms

More than any other generation, music is a central component of Gen Z identity and happiness, according to a new study. 87.9% of those surveyed said that music moulds their personal identity and helps them navigate life.

Deadmau5 sells his catalogue for $55 million: “We inherit a legacy that changed music forever”

The deal marks the beginning of a joint venture with Create Music Group which will see deadmau5 remastering and re-releasing old work.

Music Export Growth Scheme to back 58 artists in latest round of funding

Developed and administered by the BPI, MEGS boosts British music exports by supporting independent UK companies as they build the commercial profile of their artists in key markets overseas.

Psychological Thriller About Radio Pirates Hits the Shelves

A new book titled “Dead Air: The Day the Music Died” has hit the shelves. Written by longtime broadcaster and FCC Consultant Kelly Orchard, the book is described a “psychological thriller exploring the ultimate radio takeover.”

Spotify’s press conference with Lady Gaga shows that music streaming services really do think about the fans after all

I’ve been longing for the day that Spotify actually starts to appreciate specific fanbases. March 6th 2025 marked a first-of-its-kind event for Spotify, as it hosted a fan press conference with none other than Lady Gaga – and I have never felt more seen or heard by Spotify.

Moises Live: Real-Time Audio Control for All Your Apps

Imagine having full control over everything you hear on-screen. Moises, the award-winning app with 50+ million users, has reinvented the audiovisual experience with Moises Live — the ultimate master volume.

Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio in $16M funding round

The startup will use the $16 million Series A funding round led to scale operations and continue building out solutions that use generative AI to enable artists, labels, and rightsholders to protect and monetize content.

Sync firm SourceAudio teams up with AI-tagging startup Cyanite

Sync-meets-AI partnerships are all the rage right now, with the latest example being a tie-up between SourceAudio and Cyanite.

🌊 Innovation Waves #3: FinTech’s Impact on the Music Industry

The music industry is in a state of transformation, but traditional revenue streams are struggling to keep up. With rising touring costs, declining sync values, and complex royalty systems, artists and industry stakeholders face increasing challenges. How can FinTech provide a solution?

Join Miquido on March 19th for a free webinar to explore how financial technology is reshaping the music industry. Learn about innovations that are driving transparency, simplifying payments, and creating sustainable revenue models for artists, platforms, and labels.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:
✅ How FinTech is revolutionizing royalty payments and building trust
✅ The role of AI in music monetization and funding models
✅ How automation is unlocking new business opportunities

Expert speakers Brian Dubb and Peter Harvey will share real-world insights into the future of music finance.

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