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1. 100 Indie Artists on the Verge of Blowing Up in 2026, According to IMPALA and YouTube

   IMPALA unveils the fifth edition of 100 Artists to Watch, in partnership with YouTube and co-funded by the European Union. A new generation of independent artists working with labels across Europe has been selected for the fifth edition of IMPALA’s 100 Artists to Watch program for 2026, curated by IMPALA’s far-reaching European network. Co-funded by […]

2. Sublime Announces Their First New Album in 30 Years—With Atlantic Records Steering the Comeback

   Sublime returns after nearly 30 years with their first full-length album with Jakob Nowell as front man, son of original front man Bradley Nowell. After nearly three decades, Sublime returns with Until the Sun Explodes, their first full-length album with Jakob Nowell as front man—son of original front man, Bradley Nowell—arriving June 12 on Atlantic […]

3. Google Accelerates Its AI Music Ambitions; ‘Lyria 3 Pro’ Rush-Released With Far Greater Creation Capabilities

   Google announces its music generation model Lyria 3 Pro just a month after the release of Lyria 3, letting users make tracks up to three minutes long. Just a few weeks after the release of Google’s music generation model Lyria 3, the company announced the upcoming Lyria 3 Pro, a model that will enable users […]

4. BMG Touts ‘Strong’ 2025 Financials — Including Double-Digit Paid Streaming Growth — Amid Reported Bertelsmann-Concord Acquisition Talks

   As its Bertelsmann parent reportedly closes in on a deal to acquire Concord, BMG is touting a “strong” 2025 showing – including double-digit recorded revenue growth from paid streaming. BMG provided an overview of its full-year financials today, two months after rumblings suggested that a Concord acquisition could be in the cards for Bertelsmann. And […]

5. Want Your Music Featured on Netflix? Having a Major Label Helps

   Bagging on major labels is a music industry pastime. But being signed to a major definitely has its perks — like access to Netflix’s all-important music team. How do we know that? The super-secret intel came from five different Netflix music executives who gathered in Los Angeles on Tuesday for a rare platform-focused discussion. The […]

6. Domain Capital Group Closes $768 Million Second Entertainment Fund, Eyes Additional Media and Tech Deals

   Months after coordinating with Sony Music to acquire Miranda Lambert’s catalog, Domain Capital has wrapped a $768 million raise for its second entertainment fund. Domain formally disclosed the equity fundraise – and emphasized its relationships with “notable partners” including Sony Music Publishing – today. Though the Lambert deal is still front of mind, Domain has […]

7. Is Live Nation’s DOJ Settlement A Done Deal?—Federal Judge’s Latest Order Suggests This May Not Be Over

   A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Live Nation Entertainment to provide by March 27, 2026, a joint letter explaining how they intend to proceed with court review of their proposed antitrust settlement. The order from Judge Arun Subramanian states: “Defendants, the United States of America, and any other settling […]

8. While Battling a Separate Suit for Rights to Her Stage Name, FKA twigs Renews Legal Battle Against Shia LaBeouf

   FKA twigs files a lawsuit against her ex, actor Shia LaBeouf, alleging he is trying to enforce an NDA to silence her in violation of California law. On Wednesday, FKA twigs, whose legal name is Tahliah Barnett, filed a complaint seeking a court order blocking her ex-boyfriend, actor Shia LaBeouf, from enforcing a non-disclosure agreement […]

9. Marshmello Will Perform a Free Show in Downtown Las Vegas

   Wynn Nightlife and Corner Bar Management have reunited for a new run of FEED THE BLOCK, a free and open-air block party that drew more than 40,000 music fans to Fremont East last year. The 2026 series will kick off with Marshmello headlining a massive outdoor dance party on April 2. Following its breakout debut […]

10. Bad Bunny, Rimas, Spotify, Universal Music, and Others Seek Nearly $600,000 in Legal Fees Following ‘Enséñame a Bailar’ Infringement Case Dismissal

    Bad Bunny isn’t quite ready to put his “Enséñame a Bailar” copyright showdown in the rearview. With the plaintiffs having abruptly stepped away from the case, the artist, Universal Music, and different defendants are now seeking nearly $600,000 in legal fees. Scheduled to receive a hearing late next month, the attorney fees push came to […]

11. Amazon Music Remains the Title Sponsor at Ivor Novello: Olivia Dean, Lola Young, Lily Allen, Wolf Alice, CMAT, Florence + The Machine Top the Nomination List

    Amazon Music remains the title sponsor for the fourth year running at the Ivor Novello Awards, now in its 71st year. Here are the nominations. After becoming the title sponsor of the Ivor Novello Awards back in 2023, Amazon Music is still going strong with it in 2026. The streamer took over the duties from […]

12. Ohio University Tees Up Another Music Industry Summit Featuring Blood Orange, Lucius, The Crane Wives

    Ohio University’s eighth annual Music Industry Summit kicks off next month, featuring keynote artists Blood Orange, Lucius, and The Crane Wives. The Ohio University Music Industry Summit (MIS) will return for its eighth consecutive year, featuring a diverse group of prominent artists and music industry professionals. This year’s event is scheduled for April 14-16, 2026, […]

13. Supreme Court Unanimously Sides With Cox Communications In $1 Billion Major Label Copyright Battle — With Major Implications for Other ISP Battles

    In a judgment that will dramatically affect the copyright litigation landscape, the Supreme Court has unanimously held that ISPs, in providing internet access without actively encouraging piracy, aren’t contributorily liable for users’ infringement. The nation’s highest court handed down the significant decision today, the better part of a decade after a jury ordered Cox Communications...

14. Reactions Pour In After the Supreme Court’s Cox Communications Ruling—Here’s What the Major Labels, Cox, Copyright Alliance, EFF & Others Are Saying

    In a major decision with sweeping implications for liability in the broadband sector, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Cox Communications in the Cox v. Sony case. It holds that ISPs cannot be held secondarily liable for copyright infringement committed by their users when the providers neither host nor distribute the material […]

15. Who Owns ‘Twigs’? FKA twigs Claps Back Against Duo ‘The Twigs’ In Long-Running Trademark Battle

    FKA twigs has now filed suit against 90s alt-pop duo The Twigs after the group issued numerous cease-and-desist letters over her trademarked stage name. It’s the latest battle in a far bigger war over who gets to use ‘twigs’ — and how. Who gets to claim the stage name “twigs?” Let’s see: FKA twigs has […]