News Republic Records founders re-sign with Universal Republic's recent successes include Gotye and Psy
News Kobalt and STIM form pan-EU licensing group “We are delighted to collaborate with Kobalt, a truly innovative music company that combines thought-leading technology with a client roster"
News Historic retailer HMV plunged into administration HMV Group PLC's shares frozen on London Stock Exchange
News Max Hole promoted to Chairman of Universal Music Group International News follows integration of EMI after buyout
News Irving Azoff quits Live Nation Azoff is expected to retain some clients as part of his own independent management business
News BMG acquires Mute Records catalogue in multi-million pound deal Rumoured to have cost BMG £7 million
News BMG splashes out on Take That and Nirvana songs with Virgin Publishing buy Smack My Bitch Up included in deal
News Warner’s ADA signs deal with Kanine Records in US Recent releases from label include Eternal Summers and Beach Day