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$31.7 Billion: Global Music Revenue Hits Record High in New IFPI Report
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$31.7 Billion: Global Music Revenue Hits Record High in New IFPI Report
The IFPI Global Music Report 2026 confirms 6.4% growth in 2025, marking the industry’s eleventh straight year of expansion fueled by streaming.
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Native Instruments Enters Formal Insolvency as CEO Confirms Active Sale Process
BUSINESS
Native Instruments Enters Formal Insolvency as CEO Confirms Active Sale Process
CEO Nick Williams announces strong interest from multiple buyers as the music tech giant undergoes a major legal and financial restructuring.
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Linkin Park Smashes Spark Arena Record with 12,736 Fans in Auckland
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Linkin Park Smashes Spark Arena Record with 12,736 Fans in Auckland
The 'From Zero' World Tour marks a historic return to New Zealand as Emily Armstrong makes her Kiwi debut to a record-breaking crowd.
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Sony Music Flushes 135,000 AI Deepfakes of Beyoncé and Harry Styles
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Sony Music Flushes 135,000 AI Deepfakes of Beyoncé and Harry Styles
Sony Music is cracking down on AI fraud, flagging over 135,000 tracks that impersonate superstars like Beyoncé and Harry Styles to protect artist revenue.
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Harry Styles Strikes Gold: "American Girls" Debuts in Hot 100 Top 5
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Harry Styles Strikes Gold: "American Girls" Debuts in Hot 100 Top 5
The singer's new single lands at No. 4 while his latest album, "Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.," dominates the Billboard 200 at No. 1.
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Bruno Mars Inks Exclusive Global Publishing Deal With Avex
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Bruno Mars Inks Exclusive Global Publishing Deal With Avex
The pop icon moves his future catalog administration to Avex Music Group following the conclusion of his current BMG and Warner Chappell agreements.
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The $11.5 Billion Beat: Music Catalog Gold Rush Hits New Peaks in 2026
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The $11.5 Billion Beat: Music Catalog Gold Rush Hits New Peaks in 2026
Investors are pouring capital into global music rights and tech platforms like Revelator as the US recording industry celebrates record-breaking annual sales.
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KPop Demon Hunters Makes History with Two Wins at the 98th Academy Awards
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KPop Demon Hunters Makes History with Two Wins at the 98th Academy Awards
Netflix’s animated hit secures Best Animated Feature and the first-ever Best Original Song win for a K-pop track during the March 15 ceremony.
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Spotify Hikes Prices Again: US Premium Now Costs $12.99 per Month
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Spotify Hikes Prices Again: US Premium Now Costs $12.99 per Month
The streaming giant raised rates across all U.S. Premium tiers in February 2026 to boost profitability, with subscribers in Estonia and Latvia also seeing increases.
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Matt Young Named CEO of Bravado in Major Universal Music Group Leadership Shake-Up
BUSINESS
Matt Young Named CEO of Bravado in Major Universal Music Group Leadership Shake-Up
The former President takes the helm of UMG's merchandise powerhouse as the company unveils a refreshed executive team to drive global fan engagement.
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Lainey Wilson Drops High-Energy New Single "Can't Sit Still"
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Lainey Wilson Drops High-Energy New Single "Can't Sit Still"
The Grammy winner keeps the momentum going with a fresh track ahead of her film debut and highly anticipated documentary premiere.
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“The Fan Edit Is the New Trailer”: How Lionsgate and HBO Are Hacking the TikTok Algorithm
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“The Fan Edit Is the New Trailer”: How Lionsgate and HBO Are Hacking the TikTok Algorithm
Major studios like Lionsgate and Netflix are ditching traditional teasers for viral, fan-made aesthetics to capture Gen Z audiences through authentic, high-energy digital content.
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"The Wait Is Over": BTS Sets March 20 Release for Fifth Studio Album ‘ARIRANG’
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"The Wait Is Over": BTS Sets March 20 Release for Fifth Studio Album ‘ARIRANG’
The K-pop legends reunite for their first full-group comeback in four years, featuring a 14-song tracklist, a Netflix concert special, and a massive 2026 world tour.
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Yamaha Names Seiichi Yamaguchi New President of U.S. Operations
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Yamaha Names Seiichi Yamaguchi New President of U.S. Operations
Seiichi Yamaguchi will succeed retiring President Tom Sumner at the Buena Park-based company on April 1, 2026.
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Pop Royalty! Christina Aguilera Dominates the Stage at SXSW Sips & Sounds
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Pop Royalty! Christina Aguilera Dominates the Stage at SXSW Sips & Sounds
The pop icon joined Calvin Harris as a headliner for the 2026 Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds Music Festival at Auditorium Shores on March 13 and 14.
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‘Ordinary’ Success: Alex Warren Secures Top 5 Billboard Spot as ‘Fever Dream’ Debuts
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‘Ordinary’ Success: Alex Warren Secures Top 5 Billboard Spot as ‘Fever Dream’ Debuts
Alex Warren dominates the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of March 14, 2026, as “Ordinary” stays strong and his new single “Fever Dream” officially hits the charts.
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"WASSUP" With Gap? Young Miko Fronts Brand's First Spanish-Language Campaign
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"WASSUP" With Gap? Young Miko Fronts Brand's First Spanish-Language Campaign
The GRAMMY-nominated artist makes history as Gap's first openly queer Latina face for the new "Sweats like this" Spring 2026 launch.
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“Which Seat Can I Take?” Rebecca Black Marks 15 Years Since Viral “Friday” Debut
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“Which Seat Can I Take?” Rebecca Black Marks 15 Years Since Viral “Friday” Debut
The hyperpop star is reclaiming her legacy with a third studio album slated for 2026 following the critical success of her sophomore record, Salvation.
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Shakira Lands Historic First Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nomination
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Shakira Lands Historic First Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nomination
After a record-breaking concert for 400,000 fans in Mexico City, the Colombian icon is officially a contender for the Rock Hall’s Class of 2026.
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“Don’t Cha” Want a Reunion? Pussycat Dolls Return as Trio with Massive World Tour
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“Don’t Cha” Want a Reunion? Pussycat Dolls Return as Trio with Massive World Tour
Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts announce the 53-date “PCD Forever” tour and a brand-new single titled “Club Song” out today.
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