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The 2025 Grammy Awards marked a significant shift in viewership trends, as the ceremony saw a 9% drop in viewers compared to the previous year. With only 15.4 million tuning in, the 2025 edition of the music industry’s biggest night fell short of last year’s 17 million viewers. This marked the end of a three-year […]
The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) has escalated its long-running battle against Spotify, focusing its efforts on the podcasting realm with a new wave of takedown actions. On the heels of Spotify’s Q4 2024 earnings report, which saw the streaming platform’s stock price hit a record high, the NMPA announced that it had identified over […]
Spotify (NYSE: SPOT), the global leader in music streaming, has broken a significant milestone, with its stock price surpassing the $600 per share mark, sending its market capitalization soaring above $121 billion. This record surge follows the release of its fourth-quarter earnings report for 2024, a period that highlighted remarkable financial growth and a renewed […]
A recent ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana has sparked a significant shift in how termination rights under the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976 will be interpreted globally. The ruling centers on the case involving the song “Double Shot (Of My Baby’s Love),” originally written in 1962 by Don […]
Warner Music Group (WMG) has expanded its strategic partnership with Audiomack, the popular music streaming and discovery platform. This new licensing agreement will cover 47 additional countries, further solidifying Audiomack’s role as a major player in the global music scene. Among the newly added regions are some of the most influential music markets in the […]
Beyoncé is hitting the road for her highly anticipated ‘Cowboy Carter Tour’, announcing the full list of cities and dates after her triumphant night at the 2025 Grammys. Fresh off her victory for Album of the Year with ‘Cowboy Carter’, as well as taking home awards for ‘Best Country Album’ and ‘Country Duo/Group Performance’, Queen […]
At the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, Kendrick Lamar made history with a show-stopping performance and an incredible sweep of five major awards. The American rapper and songwriter, known for his profound lyricism and unique sound, was the star of the evening, taking home honors in multiple categories, including Record of the Year, […]
An upcoming IRS auction will offer a range of high-profile items once owned by controversial rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine. The auction, set to begin on March 5, will be hosted by Florida-based Market Auctions and has already garnered attention on social media. Among the items up for bid are flashy pieces of jewelry, including multicolor enamel […]
Amazon Music has joined the ranks of streaming services raising their subscription fees, following in the footsteps of Spotify’s recent moves. The company recently notified customers of an increase in prices for its Unlimited plan in the U.S., marking a significant shift in its pricing strategy. Price Increases Across the Board Starting soon, Amazon Prime […]
As the 2025 Grammys approach, the Recording Academy has turned up the excitement by announcing the addition of some major performers to the lineup, with Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and rising star Shaboozey now set to take the stage. This move is strategically timed to build anticipation ahead of the February ceremony, which always aims […]
The 2025 Academy Awards ceremony is set to break from tradition by omitting live performances of the nominated original songs. The decision, made by the Academy, is intended to shift the focus to the songwriters themselves, rather than showcasing performances of their nominated songs during the telecast. While this decision aims to highlight the contributions […]
Spotify has reached a groundbreaking milestone in 2024, revealing that it paid out a record $10 billion in royalties to the music industry. This achievement highlights Spotify’s significant role in the global streaming landscape, underscoring its continued growth and influence. David Kaefer, Vice President of Spotify’s music and audiobook businesses, shared this milestone in a […]