Witness Music History: GRAMMY NominationsThe Recording Academy said on Thursday: "Join the Recording Academy as we reveal the nominees for the 2026 Annual GRAMMY Awards on Friday, Nov. 7 at 8am PT/11am ET!"

"The GRAMMY nominees will be announced live on the GRAMMYS YouTube, kicking off with Songwriter and Producer of the year."

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"The nominations livestream will feature some of the biggest names in music as they unveil the nominees across all 95 GRAMMY Categories, including Chappell Roan, Doechii, KAROL G, Mumford & Sons, Sabrina Carpenter and many more."

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UMG has struck a new YouTube deal that includes ‘guardrails’ around AI… and 3 other things Sir Lucian Grainge said on UMG’s Q3 earnings callDeal covers both recorded music and music publishing
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LA Hosts 3 Major Music Industry Conferences Next WeekNext week three major music industry conferences are coming to greater Los Angeles. Explore highlights of the Music Managers Forum-US LA Summit, Billboard Live and Music Tectonics. Plus read on to learn a common thread (other than AI...) running through them.
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New SoundCloud All-in-One Artist Subscription: More Control, 100% EarningsThe new SoundCloud All-in-One Artist Subscription offers musicians and creators more control of streaming, fan funding, merch, vinyl and more with fewer hands in their pocket.
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Devo and the B-52's Light Up the Hollywood BowlAs bills go, the combination of new wave icons Devo and The B-52's is an inspired one. Sure, they're both from a similar era, but Devo's "devolution" science approach--their ability to deconstruct and reconstruct music--could be at odds with The B-52's love-heavy surf-disco pop-rock. And yet it works beautifully. Both groups are quirky enough, and have enough crossover of fanbases, that the whole night at the Hollywood Bowl was an absolute joy.

Both bands played for about an hour and, while it was billed as a co-headliner, Devo performed last. The B-52's set was a fucking ripper though. Opening with "Cosmic Thing," they blasted though classic such as "Give Me Back My Man," "Roam," and "Dance This Mess Around." Naturally, they closed with the combo-rally of "Love Shack," "Planet Claire" and "Rock Lobster."

The three classic members are all in the 70's now, but they still look and sound incredible. Fred Schneider might not be as energetic as he once was (who could blame him?) but he, Kate Pierson and Cindy Wilson are all note perfect. The B-52's are still the ultimate party band.

Devo were spectacular though. Again, they made full use of their hour with a set spilling over with classics and fan favorites.

"Don't Shoot (I'm a Man)" comes early, as do "That's Good" and "Girl U Want." "Whip It" predictably gets pretty much the entire venue dancing, before the punk snot of "Blockhead" and especially "Mongoloid."

"Gates of Steel" remains one of the greatest new wave anthems ever, and the encores of "Freedom of Choice" and "Beautiful World" sent everyone away happy.

Devo has always been a glorious contradiction--simultaneously joyful and accessible, yet challenging and super-intelligent. All these years later, that remains the case.

Earlier, Lene Lovich was the perfect opener for this gig. "New Toy" and "Lucky Number" sounded magnificent, with Lovich still blessed with her trademark warble. She was the cherry on this new wave cake.

Photo credit: Randall Michelson/Live Nation-Hewitt Silva

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Warner overhauls Italian frontline label structure with launch of Warner Records Italy & Atlantic Records ItalyEleonora Rubini elevated to Label Director, Warner Records Italy; Marco Masoli upped to Label Director, Atlantic Records Italy
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Bandsintown expands mission to empower Artists with MarketplaceLive music discovery leader Bandsintown continues to expand on its mission to empower artists at all stages of their careers with the launch of the Bandsintown For Artists Marketplace. This first-of-its-kind ecosystem offers independent musicians tools to connect with fans and - unlike most "For Artists" platforms - control their relationship with them.
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DistroKid adds ‘Direct’ Merch SalesIndie D.I.Y. music distributor DistroKid has launched Direct - a new platform that brings direct-to-fan commerce to smaller independent artists. Designed to go beyond traditional distribution, Direct enables artists to create and run on-demand merch stores from within the DistroKid ecosystem.
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BMI's Inaugural Composer Lab Champions the Next Generation of Composers(L-R, top) Catherine Nguyen, Tan Onwimon, Kaman Chang, BMI’s Louie Stephens, Adam Smalley, BMI’s Tracy McKnight, Thanh Tran, Nathan Barr, Ishaan Chhabra, Ed Shearmur, Peter Golub, Emiliano Mazzenga, Diego Ratto, (L-R, bottom) Kevin Smithers, Ishaan Tyagi, Natasha Frank, Andrew Asemokai, and Sadie Currey during the BMI Composer Lab at Bandrika Studios in Tarzana, CA. Photo credit: JC Olivera for BMI. (Photo credit: JC Olivera for BMI) 

According to an announcement on Tuesdy, "BMI® recently concluded its inaugural Composer Lab, a one-of-a-kind program designed to nurture and uplift the next generation of composers. The two-week online workshop and nine-day in-person intensive in Los Angeles brought together ten exceptional emerging composers for an immersive experience led by acclaimed composer and former director of the Sundance Film Music Program Peter Golub, and BMI’s VP of Film, TV & Visual Media Tracy McKnight."

"Over the course of the program, the finalists experienced guest sessions with industry luminaries across film, TV and visual media," a statement reads. "These sessions offered rare behind-the-scenes insights and invaluable mentorship from a roster of industry professionals and BMI composers including Nathan Barr, Kathryn Bostic, Sean Callery, Sherri Chung, George S Clinton, Chanda Dancy, Bryce Dessner, Stephanie Economou, Fil Eisler, Kurt Farquhar, James Newton Howard, Mark Isham, Christopher Lennertz, Nami Melumad, Tony Morales, Blake Neely, Thomas Newman, Carlos Rafael Rivera, William Ross, Ed Shearmur, Rob Simonsen, Dara Taylor and Harry Gregson-Williams.""In addition to these masterclasses, finalists engaged in collaborative scoring exercises and honed their craft in a hands-on creative environment," it continues. "The Lab culminated with a professional orchestral recording session at Nathan Barr’s Bandrika Studios, where finalists had the opportunity to conduct alongside the Hollywood Cinematic Orchestra and record original compositions developed throughout the program."“With the BMI Composer Lab, we set out to create a space where new voices in composition could hone their craft and gain access to the kind of mentorship and resources that are often out of reach,” said McKnight. “Over the course of the lab, we achieved that and so much more. We found that the composers also developed a strong sense of community through collaboration with their peers and the guidance they received from our wonderful mentors, who shared invaluable tools and industry insights to help propel their careers forward.""Through initiatives like the Composer Lab, BMI is proud to champion emerging talent and provide meaningful opportunities that shape the future of music for film, TV and beyond."

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All of Spotify is Out Of Office for its annual Wellness WeekSpotify is in the midst of its annual company-wide Wellness Week October 25 to November 1, 2025. During this time, Spotify employees worldwide are encouraged to take a paid break to focus on their mental health and well-being. 
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Suno, in talks to raise $100m at a $2bn valuation, just released its most advanced free AI music tool yetSuno’s rapid sequence of updates and new products highlights the growing competition among AI music-making platforms
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Turning Tables: What Musicians & Venue Staff Can Learn from the Art of ServiceLearn how Bruce C. Bryan's new book Turning Tables connects the lessons of great service with success in live music. From teamwork to timing, find out how the restaurant floor and the concert stage have more in common than you think.
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Setting the Stage for Alt-Rock's Early '90s UprisingAllMusic presents an excerpt of Greg Prato's new book Alternative for the Masses: The '90s Alt-Rock Revolution - An Oral History in which Ian MacKaye, Fred Armisen, and Matt Pinfield (among many, many others) recall what the indie music scene was like pre-Nirvana, and the stepping stones that led us to late 1991 – when alt-rock seemingly exploded on a global scale.

D’Addario Unveils John Lennon Art Series Picks & StrapsD’Addario announced on Monday the "John Lennon Art Series Signature Collection, a limited-edition lineup of instrument straps and picks, all honoring the imagination of a legend.""The Collection includes two unique strap designs and two pick assortments, each featuring Lennon’s original animal illustrations, as well as drawings inspired by the life and love he shared with Yoko Ono," they said in a statement. "From playful sketches to bolder, more intimate designs, every item in this Collection honors Lennon’s vision while giving players unique, premium tools they can rely on, all backed by elite D’Addario craftsmanship. The Collection also includes the Imagine Animals small instrument strap, perfect for kid-sized instruments or adult ukuleles and mandolins, with matching collectible picks."

Highlights (direct from D’Addario):

Secure & Reliable Straps. Each strap features durable leather ends for long-lasting security. That means a comfortable and dependable fit for every player.

Premium Picks for Superior Playability. Crafted from high-quality celluloid, these picks deliver a smooth feel and warm tone that’s perfect for players at any level.

Exclusive Collectible Items. These limited-edition designs put Lennon’s visual artwork on a new canvas, making them not only perfect tools for players, but one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers for collectors and fans.

“John Lennon’s art was as imaginative and honest as his music,” said Cassie Meloy, Accessories Product Manager. “This Collection celebrates Lennon’s creativity for players of all ages and introduces D'Addario’s first strap designed for kids, perfectly inspired by his playful Animals artwork.”

Availability & PricingThe John Lennon Art Series is available now through daddario.com and authorized retailers. Pick packs are priced at $7.99, with straps starting at $16.99.For more information, visit: ddar.io/johnlennon-prThe post D’Addario Unveils John Lennon Art Series Picks & Straps first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

OpenAI, valued at $500bn, reportedly working on generative AI music toolThe move would bring OpenAI into an increasingly crowded field of AI music generation platforms
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