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In a new report from Duetti, it’s clear that when it comes to per-stream royalties, Amazon Music and Apple Music are far outpacing Spotify. According to Duetti’s second-annual Music Economics Report, indie artists are receiving a much higher payout on these platforms, with Amazon Music paying $8.80 per 1,000 streams and Apple Music offering $6.20, […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs is no stranger to legal battles, but his latest lawsuit is taking an unusual turn. In a twist that has captured the attention of the media, Diddy has filed a $50 million defamation suit against Courtney Burgess and Ariel Mitchell, accusing them of spreading “outrageous lies” and “wild conspiracy theories” about him. […]
Music AI, the innovative company behind the popular Moises platform, has successfully raised $40 million in a Series A funding round, propelling its mission to revolutionize the music industry with cutting-edge AI technology. The round was led by Connect Ventures and monashees, with additional support from prominent investors like Kickstart, Samsung Next, Toba Capital, Valutia, […]
Zari Hassan, the Ugandan socialite and business mogul, has a keen eye for talent, and when it comes to the popular Netflix reality show,Young, Famous & African, she has some intriguing ideas about who would make an exciting addition to the cast. Zari has expressed a strong desire to see Tanzanian singer Zuchu on the […]
In a competitive race to capture the attention of video content creators and users, several social media platforms—Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Bluesky—have announced the launch of new features and apps aimed at enhancing video editing and sharing capabilities. Instagram, owned by Meta, has introduced a new video-editing platform called Edits, designed to compete directly […]
The Supreme Court has officially upheld the TikTok ban, affirming that the law does not violate the First Amendment. In its unanimous per curiam decision, the Court found that the forced-sale requirement was not an attempt to target TikTok’s content but was instead grounded in national security concerns. The Court stated, “The prohibitions, TikTok-specific designation, […]
As the music world eagerly anticipates the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, scheduled for February 2, 2025, questions are swirling about whether the event will be postponed due to the ongoing wildfires that are wreaking havoc across Los Angeles. With the prestigious ceremony set to take place at the Crypto.com Arena in downtown LA, the devastation […]
In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Southern California, Guitar Center is offering a crucial lifeline to the city’s music community. The retailer is extending a helping hand to musicians and music education programs in Los Angeles that have had their instruments and gear destroyed or damaged in the recent fires. Through […]
When it comes to per-stream payouts, Peloton is emerging as an unexpected leader in the music streaming world, outpacing giants like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. While Peloton isn’t a mainstream player in the digital music streaming industry, its royalty rates offer indie artists a much better deal. According to Digital Music News, Peloton’s per-stream […]
Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is stepping down following a disastrous launch of the company’s revamped app, which left long-time customers frustrated and angered. The app, released in May 2024, was plagued with missing features and serious functionality issues, sparking a wave of negative feedback from Sonos users. The outrage, particularly on platforms like the r/Sonos […]
In the ever-evolving world of social media, one name stands out as a game-changer: Mr.Beast, the American YouTuber known for his viral challenges and philanthropic stunts. Recently, Mr Beast (whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson) revealed a surprising interest in buying TikTok, the popular short-form video platform that has faced increasing scrutiny and threats of […]