Matt Gorman Signs with Wide Open Music And Jaron BoyerSongwriter and artist Matt Gorman has signed a joint venture with Wide Open Music and Jaron Boyer’s Open Door Apostolic Publishing, BMI. A native of South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Gorman moved to Nashville in 2019 to finish his education and play baseball at Lipscomb University. When not in class or at practice, he filled his days co-writing songs and playing shows throughout Nashville.“It has been such a gift to watch Matt grow as a songwriter and artist,” said 2024 SESAC Songwriter of the Year Jaron Boyer. “I know God has big plans for him and I’m so excited to see it all come to fruition. I’m so lucky to be a part of this venture with Matt Gorman and Wide Open.”In a short period of time, Gorman has generated millions of streams with his own songs like “Little Things,” “I Pray,” “Lakehouse,” and more. Baseball had been his life before moving to Nashville to attend Lipsomb, his dream school for his love of sport but also the proximity to music and songwriting. He spent days in class and on the field and nights writing, playing rounds and hitting Lower Broad. He pours all of his life experiences and observations into his music, which is now his sole focus.“I’m thankful to be in a place with some of the best people I know,” said Gorman. “From Jaron Boyer, Ash Bowers, Paul Compton and every writer on this roster I am so proud to call this place home. Being surrounded by people that are so talented is extremely inspiring, but also being surrounded by people that put God first makes this place what it is. I’m excited for what’s to come for this company and there is absolutely no other place I’d want to be.”Learn more:https://www.wideopenmusic.comThe post Matt Gorman Signs with Wide Open Music And Jaron Boyer first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Sony Music pulls catalog from Africa-focused music streaming service BoomplaySources tell MBW that concerns have been growing at other rightsholders over late royalty payments from the platform
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AEG Presents strikes strategic partnership with, takes stake in, Germany’s MCT AgenturAEG Presents acquires "partnership stake" in Germany-based concert promoter MCT Agentur
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Spotify CEO is worth $7.2B, more than 4 Richest Musicians CombinedDaniel EK, the Spotify CEO is worth $7.2 billion - more than the four richest musicians combined.
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NITO elects new officers for Indie Agent and Manager trade groupThe National Independent Talent Organization - NITO elects new officers.
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Can Publishers Flip the Split on $42B AI Music Licensing Opportunity?AI is changing music licensing, giving publishers a chance to claim a bigger share of revenue. Learn how attribution technology can help songwriters and publishers take control and get paid.
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Last Week in DIY & Independent Musician NewsLast week in DIY and Independent Musician News including maximizing your Spotify Wrapped account as an artist even after its release, marketing music in during the holidays, a new credit card designed for musicians and more...
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Last week’s top Music Business NewsIt was another busy week in music business news with a Federal Court upholding the TikTok ban law, a scary music AI study, a key industry white paper from Keith. Continue reading
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Chris McHugh Added to SONOR Drums’ Artist LineupChris McHugh, known for his exceptional talent and versatile career, is the latest drummer to join SONOR Drums’ roster of artists. With a career spanning over four decades, McHugh has established himself as a highly sought-after drummer in the music industry.Starting with Christian rock band White Heart from 1986 to 1989, McHugh transitioned into a prolific career as a session and touring drummer. Over the years, he has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Aaron Neville, Peter Frampton, Jewel, Alabama, Kenny Rogers, and numerous others. McHugh is on the Nashville "A" list of session drummers with over 3200 credits, 93 platinum and 15 gold certifications, and contributions to projects with over 24 billion streams. His live performances have taken him on tours with Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, and Garth Brooks, as well as onto some of the world’s most prominent stages, including appearances on the Grammy Awards, SNL, the Super Bowl pregame, the Country Music Awards, and many more. McHugh has also toured as Music Director and drummer for Keith Urban and has been the session drummer for seven of Urban's studio albums.For more information about SONOR Drums and its artists, visit www.sonor.comFor more information about Chris McHugh, visit www.chrismchugh.com and www.sonor.com/drums/artists/artists-detail/chris-mchughThe post Chris McHugh Added to SONOR Drums’ Artist Lineup first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

As Federal Court upholds Sale or Ban: Top TikTok AlternativesIn a major setback for TikTok and boon for top TikTok alternatives, a federal appeals court unanimously upheld a US law that will lead to a sale or ban in mid-January.
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9th Annual Christmas Songwriting Competition Kicks OffThis is a limited time only opportunity when songwriters can enter Christmas or Holiday songs. If you are a songwriter or co-songwriter and you have an Original Christmas Song you have written or co-written like “Last Christmas” by Wham! or “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey, you may enter the Christmas/Holiday Songwriting Competition. You could be the top winner and have a special Christmas Songwriting trophy for that special place on your mantle and possible songwriting contract with a major music publishing house.Also, the top 15 finalists’ songs will appear on our Christmas/Holiday Compilation CD, which will be promoted to various radio stations in USA and Canada. This is excellent music industry exposure for up-and-coming songwriters and music artists.Songwriters Ben E. Davis, Nitanee Paris and Ulf Anneken from London, England won top honors with their song "All I Need for Christmas Is You" in the 2023 Christmas Songwriting Competition.“We are thrilled and humbled to have won first prize in the Christmas competition. It was a team effort – we wrote this with Nita and Ulf in LA and me in London, zooming, texting and sending lyrics back and forth to make the 2023 Christmas deadline. Big shout out 7to our producer Joe Rodwell for bringing it all together”, said Ben E. Davis, top winner of the 8th Annual Christmas Songwriting Competition.London, UK based independent singer and songwriter Ben E. Davis released a festive and romantic holiday single titled “All I Need for Christmas Is You” last year. The song, born out of collaboration with LA-based songwriters Nitanee Paris and Ulf Anneken, takes listeners on a magical journey of a chance meeting on a snowy December night. The lyrics of “All I Need for Christmas Is You” convey the warmth and joy of newfound love during the holiday season, with a chorus expressing Ben’s sole wish for Christmas – the presence of his love interest. The song found new life when producer Joe Rodwell, known for his work on the popular Netflix series Bridgerton, joined forces with Ben in London. This heartwarming tune captures the enchanting magic of the holidays, making it a perfect addition to any Christmas playlist. The song’s catchy melody, combined with Ben E. Davis’s soulful vocals, creates an unforgettable listening experience that resonates with the spirit of the season.Songwriters T.J. Kirby, Deema Homsi and Dave Smith of Nashville, TN won the second prize with “Santa Got Stuck in my Chimney Tonight”.Songwriters Dakota Esker and Randi Driscoll of Nashville, TN took the third prize with his song “Fallin’ in Love with Christmas and You”.All three top winners have received various music publishing offers from various music publishers after their win. Also, all the top three songs were multi-way co-writes. Deadline to enter the 9th Annual Christmas Songwriting Competition is December 23rd. For more information, visit: https://www.songwriting.net/xmasmcThe post 9th Annual Christmas Songwriting Competition Kicks Off first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

From ADOR’s NewJeans lawsuit to the biggest music deals of 2024… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-UpThe biggest stories from the past week – all in one place…
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!K7 Music founder and CEO Horst Weidenmüller honored by IMPALA for Outstanding Contribution to the European independent music sectorWeidenmüller founded !K7 Records in 1985
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What Artists earn from Ticket Sales: A revealing revenue breakdownEver wondered where your ticket money really goes? A NITO study reveals what artists earn from ticket sales and how it impacts the live music industry.
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World’s Top Music Schools in 2024Check out the top music schools shaping the next generation of musical talent, and what it costs for aspiring musicians to attend.
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