Universal Music Group In The News

As part of the deal, UMG will roll out a dedicated Excel music label with global distribution capabilities.

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Deal includes the integration of commercial features designed to 'drive increased engagement and revenue for artists and labels'

Companies claim to be 'building a roadmap for development of commercial AI tools rooted in creative control and sonic excellence'

The IMPF is raising the alarm about the risk of AI to songwriters' and music publishers' income

Exec will continue to handle A&R for artists across the label, including Chappell Roan and Suki Waterhouse

The platform features licensed tracks from Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment and Beggars Group

He will remain based in New York, reporting directly to WMG CEO Robert Kyncl