Bill Ackman wants to move Universal Music Group’s financial HQ from Amsterdam to the US. Universal has warned it might not be possible.World's largest music rights company and activist investor could be headed for a disagreement
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Music Business News Last Week: UMG sues TuneCore, TikTok banned in Canada & MoreMusic business news last week was full of surprises with UMG suing TuneCore and Believe for $500M, TikTok banned in Canada, CD sales down, and more...
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Last Week in DIY and Independent Musician NewsLast week, DIY and Independent Musician news, tips and how to’s covered new TikTok features for musicians, album variants, cover songs, how ro be a successful musician in classical music. Continue reading
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Ashley Gorley Commemorates 80th No. 1 by Donating Royalties Creatives Support NetworkTen-time ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Ashley Gorley looks at No. 1’s a little differently these days as he notches his record-extending 80th No. 1 with this week’s “I Am Not Okay,” recorded and co-written by Jelly Roll along with Tape Room writers Taylor Phillips and Casey Brown. To commemorate the milestone, Gorley wanted to look beyond the celebrations that traditionally accompany a No. 1 chart hit and use the moment to support the launch of a program designed for the creative community by The Onsite Foundation: Creatives Support Network, providing free mentorship, education, resources and mental wellness support specifically designed for members of the songwriting community.“A song about struggling to get out of bed in the morning is No. 1 and that really speaks to where we are in the world,” Gorley reflects. “It was important for us to take this moment to say ‘you’re not the only one,’ and to support a creative network with programming that is tailored to songwriters at any stage of their journey.”  Songwriter-Focused Intensives are a big part of the program, two-day immersive individual or group coaching and therapy sessions explicitly curated for creatives. Additionally, the program includes mentorship and social impact initiatives as well as online curriculum and conversation resources complimentary to the creative community thanks to Gorley’s gift in the form of 80 grants for 80 individuals as well as program infrastructure support. “This song in particular, along with the Jelly Roll Era, is creating a movement and timely conversation regarding the need to equip creatives with necessary tools to optimize their personal and professional pursuits,” adds Onsite’s Miles Adcox. “I’ve been at the intersection of Music and Mental Wellness for the better part of my career and have experienced firsthand the challenges and opportunities facing today’s creatives. Music is medicine, and the comfort, relief, support, and overall impact it provides globally to humanity is immeasurable. Our storytellers are a national treasure we should pour into and protect at all costs. We’re grateful to Ashley, Jelly Roll, and the Tape Room writers for starting this conversation in the songwriting community and for lending their expertise and resources.” Learn more HERE.
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Warner Chappell Celebrates Latin: The Sounds of Nabález and Delfina DibWarner Chappell Celebrates Latin: The Sounds of Nabález and Delfina DibIn honor of Hispanic Heritage month, and to celebrate new innovative sync songwriting projects, Warner Chappell Music (WCM) held a private Latin Showcase at their Los Angeles office. Featuring performances from Latin GRAMMY-nominees producer-songwriter Nabález and singer-songwriter-artist Delfina Dib, the gathering joined artists and industry professionals in highlighting original Latin music for television, film, and media.Columbian songwriter-producer-artist Nabález has credits across multiple genres and languages, including collaborations on “Indeciso” by Reik, J. Balvin, and Lalao Ebratt, and “Salir Con Vida” by Morat and Feid. Nabález has earned 11 overall Latin GRAMMY Award nominations (including Best New Artist and Songwriter of the Year) and is nominated for the 2024 Latin GRAMMY Award for Best Regional Mexican Song for his work on “Canción Para Olvidarte” by Majo Aguilar. Current projects include music with Carín León, Ha*Ash, RBD, Lola Índigo, and Mario Bautista. Signing with WCM towards the end of 2019, Nabález says that he is grateful for the timing of it all and getting to build a team during lockdown to work on a lot of music that otherwise might not have happened. Of WCM Colombia, he says, “I really wanted to work with them. They're everywhere [and] the people are awesome. I didn't even hesitate when they offered to sign with them.” The four years since his signing have included multiple co-writes and more diversity in Nabález’s writing. “You write as a songwriter with a more specific spectrum. You don't write so broadly. You try to write to help the producer [on] a track, record vocals, or whatever [it] requires. The track has to speak for itself in terms of the sound.” Having started as a performer with an album of Mexican music, Nabález has always written for other artists as well. “I see myself as a songwriter who sometimes sings, rather than a singer who sometimes writes music for other people,” he says. With incredibly diverse material, Nabález writes everything from Latin and pop to country, and he loves to combine unexpected sounds to keep things fresh and color outside of the genre lines.Having participated in songwriting camps in Miami, Argentinian-born singer-songwriter-rapper Delfina Dib’s performance was her first in the United States. With an intense raw live performance and fabulous vocal ability, Dib’s passionate energy is palpable—on and off the stage. Following her EPs Lotto (2018) and Mio (2019), 2023’s debut album Directo al Cora saw performances in Mexico and Argentina. In her first year signed to WCM, she has already secured two placements with video game EAFC75. Says Dib, “It’s very cool for me to synchronize songs in my first year. [It is] not always like this, so I’m very blessed.” Singing since the age of two, and writing her first music at age 13, Dib is really enjoying writing for other artists and the fresh perspective and new skills it is helping her build. “It's very nice to be a songwriter because it's another universe,” she says. “You have to do the music that you love. […],” adds Dib. “It’s very magical for me. I respect [and] love the music.” With various performance styles—including Rap/Hip-Hop, R&B/Soul, EDM, Pop, and regional Colombian—Dib has Spotify listeners in Argentina, Mexico, Columbia, Chile, Spain, Uruguay, Peru, Ecuador, Guatemala, as well as the United States.“It’s a fascinating moment to hear Latin genres fusing with hip-hop, country, urban, and pop,” says WCM VP of Sync Latin, Mary Nuñez. “Through sync opportunities, we're able to help listeners discover these new songs through films, TV shows, video games, and sports. This showcase was yet another medium for our partners in the sync and music community here in LA to discover our Colombian talent, and we hope Nabález and Delfina's careers continue to grow from it."The post Warner Chappell Celebrates Latin: The Sounds of Nabález and Delfina Dib first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Sony generated $2.55bn from recorded music and publishing in Q3, up 9.6% YoYCompany's global recorded music revenues were up over 10% YoY
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From Ed Sheeran’s speech to UMG vs. TuneCore… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-UpThe biggest stories from the past week – all in one place…
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CD sales are down again… or are they?Physical music sales are still an important revenue source for most indie artists. Despite recent optimism CDs sales are down again. Or are they?
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Rise+ helps musicians find community, resources and educationLooking for help taking your music career to the next level? Learn how Rise+ helps musicians find community, tools and support.
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How to become a successful Classical Musician: Paola Prestini Composer Paola Prestini has been named a Top 35 Female Composer in Classical Music by the Washington Post, a Top 100 Composer in the World by NPR and a Top 30 Professionals of the Year by Musical America. One can learn a lot about how to become a successful Classical Musician from Paolo Prestini.
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Sarah Kinsley featured on final episode of BMI & More or Less (With Jess) series 'Struck a Chord' BMI and More or Less (With Jess) share the final episode of their newly launched series Struck a Chord today. In this episode, More or Less (With Jess) sat down with breakout artist Sarah Kinsley ahead of her hometown show at Webster Hall, the final stop on the North American leg of her Escaper tour. Sarah’s journey from crafting intimate EPs in her NYC apartment to achieving viral success has captivated audiences worldwide. Her authentic storytelling and emotional depth create a space where fans can explore complex feelings and connect on a profound level. With the recent release of her debut album Escaper, Sarah’s music has grown from its introspective roots to filling sold-out venues across the globe. Watch episode 3 now here.At Webster Hall, More or Less (With Jess) interviewed fans who shared their own stories how Sarah’s music has helped them navigate mental health challenges, confront cultural stigmas, and celebrate the beauty of platonic love.BMI and More or Less (With Jess) recently partnered to produce a new series, Struck a Chord, to highlight the importance of mental health and the power of music and lyrics in the healing process for both creators and fans. The three-part series features interviews with BMI singer/songwriters Ashe, Lauv and Sarah Kinsley, and their fans on location at concerts, giving an insider’s look into how an artist’s mental health can impact their songwriting and how those lyrics resonate with fans who personalize and internalize them as a source of comfort and connection. The first installment launched October 10th in honor of World Mental Health Day, and featured Ashe at her sold-out Brooklyn Bowl concert in Nashville. The "One Night Only" event saw fans from all across the country welcoming her back to the stage after a 22-month-long mental health hiatus. Watch episode 1, featuring Ashe here and episode 2, featuring Lauv here. The post Sarah Kinsley featured on final episode of BMI & More or Less (With Jess) series 'Struck a Chord' first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

TikTok deepens integration with Spotify and Apple Music via new feature that lets streamers ‘Share to TikTok’‘Share to TikTok’ allows users to share music they found on streaming platforms to TikTok
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TikTok just got banned in Canada, under Trump is the US next?The Canadian government has ordered TikTok to close its operations in the country, citing national security concerns. Canadian users will continue to have access to the app. But when President,. Continue reading
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‘You can’t advocate for something if you don’t believe in it.’Donna Caseine, Reservoir's EVP and Global Creative Director on her career in publishing, championing her writers and the power or being patient
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How To Use Cover Songs to Promote A Career In MusicFind out how to use cover songs to promote music and grow an audience. Learn simple strategies to turn popular songs into career-boosting tools.
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