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James Blake Goes Indie with Seventh Studio Album ‘Trying Times’
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James Blake Goes Indie with Seventh Studio Album ‘Trying Times’
The Grammy winner drops his first independent project via Good Boy Records, exploring themes of intimacy and modern solitude.
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Too Lost Scores Nine-Figure Investment from TA Associates and GoldState Music
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Too Lost Scores Nine-Figure Investment from TA Associates and GoldState Music
The independent music platform will use the massive capital injection to fund artist advances, catalog acquisitions, and tech development while founders retain control.
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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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NH7 Weekender 2026: Pune Festival Dips International Acts for All-Indian Lineup
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NH7 Weekender 2026: Pune Festival Dips International Acts for All-Indian Lineup
The 'happiest music festival' returns to Mahalakshmi Lawns from March 13-15 with Prateek Kuhad and Nucleya leading a 100% homegrown roster that has fans talking.
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"No One Cares": Timothée Chalamet Sparks Fury Over Ballet and Opera Remarks
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"No One Cares": Timothée Chalamet Sparks Fury Over Ballet and Opera Remarks
The 'Dune' star is facing a wave of criticism from performing arts institutions after dismissive comments made during a Variety and CNN town hall went viral.
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Purple Kloud Bets Big on New Independent EP 'Risk Arena'
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Purple Kloud Bets Big on New Independent EP 'Risk Arena'
Gainesville artist Rayvon Rollins drops his sixth studio project and the first under his self-owned label, Purple Kloud Records.
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"Double F*** Euphoria": Labrinth Quits Hollywood in Scathing Post
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"Double F*** Euphoria": Labrinth Quits Hollywood in Scathing Post
Composer Timothy McKenzie slams Columbia Records and the HBO series in a viral Instagram announcement ahead of the Season 3 premiere.
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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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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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Concord Strikes Major Note With Ninja Tune Acquisition
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Concord Strikes Major Note With Ninja Tune Acquisition
The London-based indie powerhouse and its publishing arm, Just Isn't Music, join the Concord family to expand its European reach.
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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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"The All-Access Pass for Audio": Yamaha Debuts New Creator Ecosystem at SXSW
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"The All-Access Pass for Audio": Yamaha Debuts New Creator Ecosystem at SXSW
Yamaha Music Innovations bundles 21 major audio partners including Output and LANDR into a new unified subscription platform for musicians and podcasters.
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"Licensing-First": The Global Fight for AI Music Copyright Heats Up
As the UK sets a March 18 deadline for reform, tech giants Google and Suno face high-stakes legal battles over artist rights and "fair remuneration."
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Punk Icon Jello Biafra Hospitalized: Legend in "Stable Condition" After Stroke
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Punk Icon Jello Biafra Hospitalized: Legend in "Stable Condition" After Stroke
The former Dead Kennedys frontman is undergoing rehabilitation following a medical emergency on March 9, 2026, with plans to return to his creative work.
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DOJ Takes Center Stage: Live Nation Faces Landmark Antitrust Trial Over 'Music Monopoly'
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DOJ Takes Center Stage: Live Nation Faces Landmark Antitrust Trial Over 'Music Monopoly'
The U.S. Department of Justice and 39 states launched their legal battle against Live Nation and Ticketmaster on March 3, alleging the giant stifles competition and hurts fans.
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Music Industry Hits $29 Billion High as Streaming Drives Record Recovery
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Music Industry Hits $29 Billion High as Streaming Drives Record Recovery
The global market has officially surpassed pre-pandemic levels, but slowing growth in the U.S. and new royalty rules are creating hurdles for independent artists.
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Tyler, the Creator Turns 35: Celebrating the 'Chromakopia' Era and 'Igor' Legacy
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Tyler, the Creator Turns 35: Celebrating the 'Chromakopia' Era and 'Igor' Legacy
The Grammy winner marks his 35th birthday on March 6, 2026, while dominating global stages and making waves in the fashion world with his latest creative ventures.
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DOJ: Live Nation Has 'Broken' Concert Market as Landmark Antitrust Trial Kicks Off
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DOJ: Live Nation Has 'Broken' Concert Market as Landmark Antitrust Trial Kicks Off
The U.S. Department of Justice and 40 co-plaintiffs, including 39 states and D.C., argue Live Nation-Ticketmaster illegally monopolizes live entertainment, seeking a potential breakup.
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Berlinale Director Tricia Tuttle's Fate Undecided Amid Industry Outcry
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Berlinale Director Tricia Tuttle's Fate Undecided Amid Industry Outcry
A crucial meeting about Tricia Tuttle's leadership at the Berlinale concluded without a decision, as an open letter defending her garners over 850 signatures from prominent film figures and major
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Oliver 'Power' Grant, Wu-Tang Clan's Business Visionary, Dies at 52
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Oliver 'Power' Grant, Wu-Tang Clan's Business Visionary, Dies at 52
The influential executive producer and founder of the iconic Wu Wear brand, credited with shaping the group's empire, passed away on February 23, 2026.
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