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Timbaland’s AI Artist TaTa Taktumi Signs With Ne-Yo’s Pacific Music Group
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Timbaland’s AI Artist TaTa Taktumi Signs With Ne-Yo’s Pacific Music Group
The "part human" digital performer joins PMG for worldwide management and distribution in a first-of-its-kind hybrid deal.
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Primary Wave Hits High Note with $1.5 Billion Kobalt Acquisition
Backed by Brookfield, Primary Wave picks up the independent publisher and its tech platform AMRA in a deal set to close by late 2026.
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Simply the Best: Pophouse Acquires Tina Turner’s Music Rights and Likeness
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Simply the Best: Pophouse Acquires Tina Turner’s Music Rights and Likeness
The firm behind ABBA Voyage bought the 'Queen of Rock 'n' Roll's' name and catalog from BMG with plans for new immersive projects.
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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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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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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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SXSW 2026: Spielberg, Fonda, and AI Take Over Austin’s New 'City as a Venue'
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SXSW 2026: Spielberg, Fonda, and AI Take Over Austin’s New 'City as a Venue'
With the convention center under construction, the 40th anniversary festival goes decentralized with Jane Fonda, Steven Spielberg, and major tech showcases across downtown.
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AI Actress Tilly Norwood Claims “AI’s Not the Enemy” in Debut Music Video
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AI Actress Tilly Norwood Claims “AI’s Not the Enemy” in Debut Music Video
Digital creator Tilly Norwood releases "Take the Lead," a song defending artificial intelligence in entertainment, produced by Particle6 and Xicoia Studio with 18 human pros.
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‘The Plastic Guru’: How Damon Albarn Used AI to Resurrect Lou Reed for New Gorillaz Album
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‘The Plastic Guru’: How Damon Albarn Used AI to Resurrect Lou Reed for New Gorillaz Album
After Lou Reed’s estate blocked the use of unreleased vocals for ‘The Mountain,’ Gorillaz co-founder Damon Albarn turned to synthetic technology to complete the collaboration.
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Vigloo Debuts "Bloodbound: Luna," the First Entirely AI-Generated YA Microdrama
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Vigloo Debuts "Bloodbound: Luna," the First Entirely AI-Generated YA Microdrama
The 22-episode supernatural series was produced in just eight weeks by a small team using a fully generative AI workflow to target U.S. audiences.
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Gen Z Says ‘No Thanks’ to AI Hits: Over 34% Would Ditch a Song if it’s Bot-Made
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Gen Z Says ‘No Thanks’ to AI Hits: Over 34% Would Ditch a Song if it’s Bot-Made
While Gen Z uses AI tools more than anyone, a new report shows they draw the line at their playlists as the UK government warns of ‘clear and present’ risks to artists.
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“History is Golden”: HUNTR/X Secures K-Pop’s First-Ever Grammy Trophy
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“History is Golden”: HUNTR/X Secures K-Pop’s First-Ever Grammy Trophy
The breakout track from Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters wins Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 68th Grammy Awards.
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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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Gen Z to AI: “I’d Stop Listening” if Robots Make My Music
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Gen Z to AI: “I’d Stop Listening” if Robots Make My Music
A new report from Music Audience Exchange reveals 35% of Gen Z would dump a favorite track if they discovered it was AI-generated.
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2Gbps Speeds for Super-Fans? ZTE and China Telecom Win Big for 5G Concert Tech
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2Gbps Speeds for Super-Fans? ZTE and China Telecom Win Big for 5G Concert Tech
ZTE Corporation and China Telecom take home a 2026 GLOMO Award for their 5G-Advanced 'EasyOn Live' solution, promising seamless HD streaming for global concerts.
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"You Haven't Worked Hard": Shreya Ghoshal Slams "Lazy" Lip-Syncing Artists
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"You Haven't Worked Hard": Shreya Ghoshal Slams "Lazy" Lip-Syncing Artists
The National Award-winning singer tells Raj Shamani that lip-syncing during live concerts is a sign of laziness and a lack of respect for the craft.
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“It Shuts Them Down”: New MMMC Tool Fights Back Against Unauthorized AI Vocal Cloning
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“It Shuts Them Down”: New MMMC Tool Fights Back Against Unauthorized AI Vocal Cloning
Researchers at Binghamton University and Cauth AI launch ‘My Music My Choice’ to protect artists’ voices from being hijacked by generative models.
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Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl Declares AI the Next Major Growth Engine
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Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl Declares AI the Next Major Growth Engine
In a 2026 stockholder letter, WMG outlines partnerships with Suno and Udio while targeting profit margins in the high 20s through digital licensing and superfan monetization.
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Harry & Meghan Make Surprise Virtual Appearance at NAACP Image Awards Creative Honors
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Harry & Meghan Make Surprise Virtual Appearance at NAACP Image Awards Creative Honors
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex presented the NAACP-Archewell Digital Civil Rights Award to Dr. Mary Anne Franks during a pre-recorded segment on February 27, 2026.
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