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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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Labels Sue and Sign: The High-Stakes Battle Over AI Music Licensing
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Labels Sue and Sign: The High-Stakes Battle Over AI Music Licensing
While Sony and Universal sue AI startups Suno and Udio, they are simultaneously striking deals with YouTube to monetize voice cloning technology.
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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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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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Charli XCX’s ‘360’ Sparks Viral Instagram Trend After ‘Bridgerton’ Feature
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Charli XCX’s ‘360’ Sparks Viral Instagram Trend After ‘Bridgerton’ Feature
A new orchestral cover of the 'Brat' hit by Peter Gregson is inspiring fans to recreate Hyacinth Bridgerton’s recital dance moves on social media.
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Owen Riegling Debuts 'In The Feeling' and Announces Sophomore Album Release Date
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Owen Riegling Debuts 'In The Feeling' and Announces Sophomore Album Release Date
The Canadian country star's 12-track project, co-written by Riegling himself, arrives April 17 via Big Loud Records and Universal Music Canada.
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BTS Returns to the Stage: Live Netflix Concert and New Album Launching This Week
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BTS Returns to the Stage: Live Netflix Concert and New Album Launching This Week
The global icons will perform "BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG" from Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, 2026.
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Spotify Hits $70 Billion Lifetime Payout Mark as Artist Pay Debate Rages On
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Spotify Hits $70 Billion Lifetime Payout Mark as Artist Pay Debate Rages On
The streaming giant's 2026 Loud & Clear report reveals a record $11 billion paid out in 2025, but critics say the pro-rata system still leaves many behind.
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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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Jo Dee Messina Builds 'Bridges' with First New Album in Over a Decade
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Jo Dee Messina Builds 'Bridges' with First New Album in Over a Decade
The country icon announces her Summer 2026 return with lead single 'Some Bridges' and a project detailing her ten-year journey through love and resilience.
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“Golden” Opportunity: Netflix Orders K-Pop Demon Hunters Sequel Before Oscars Performance
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“Golden” Opportunity: Netflix Orders K-Pop Demon Hunters Sequel Before Oscars Performance
Original directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans return as the film’s fictional group, HUNTR/X, prepares for a live performance at the Academy Awards on March 15.
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Harry Styles Leads 2026’s Bold New Era of Genre-Blending Hits
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Harry Styles Leads 2026’s Bold New Era of Genre-Blending Hits
As the singer's latest album "Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally" sweeps charts, artists like Audrey Nuna and Doechii further blur the lines between Hip-Hop, R&B, and Rock.
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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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Swift, Styles, and Carlile Lead Early 2027 Grammy Nomination Buzz
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Swift, Styles, and Carlile Lead Early 2027 Grammy Nomination Buzz
The Recording Academy’s 2027 ceremony will debut on ABC and Disney+ as the current eligibility window reaches its peak.
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James Blake Reclaims Independence with New Seventh Studio Album 'Trying Times'
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James Blake Reclaims Independence with New Seventh Studio Album 'Trying Times'
The Grammy winner launches his first full-length project under his own Good Boy Records, featuring collaborations with Dave and Monica Martin.
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Bachata's Secret Weapon Steps Out: Yenddi Goes Viral with Hit Single 'Yo No He Llorado'
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Bachata's Secret Weapon Steps Out: Yenddi Goes Viral with Hit Single 'Yo No He Llorado'
Dominican singer Yenddi finds solo stardom as his latest tracks garner millions of streams, leading to a newly announced tour for August 2026.
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Indie Gold: Independent Artists Claim Half of All Spotify Payouts in 2025
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Indie Gold: Independent Artists Claim Half of All Spotify Payouts in 2025
Spotify’s new 'Loud & Clear' report shows 13,800 independent artists generated over $100,000 last year without the help of a major record label.
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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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Spotify Hits $11 Billion Payout: See How Many Artists Made Six Figures
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Spotify Hits $11 Billion Payout: See How Many Artists Made Six Figures
The streaming giant’s annual Loud & Clear report reveals record-breaking royalty payments and a massive win for independent musicians in 2025.
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Apple Music and TikTok Launch "Play Full Song" Feature for In-App Streaming
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Apple Music and TikTok Launch "Play Full Song" Feature for In-App Streaming
Apple Music subscribers can now listen to entire tracks discovered on TikTok without leaving the app, ensuring artists get paid for every stream.
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