Interviews ‘Record labels are like Donald Trump… scared artists are making dumb albums, singing stupid songs.’ Next year, Linda Perry says she'll revolutionize the music business. Today, she'll settle for tearing it a new one.
News Warner/Chappell opens recording studio complex in London New complex based at Kensington offices
News Tidal expands into Brazil via Vivo partnership – with subs costing less than $4 a month Nicki Minaj to play launch gig
News Platoon expands into South Africa with the development of Cape Town Creative Lab Six artists offered recording facilities, access to creative talent and industry execs
News Funded by Sony, Popular Demand Management launches in Norway Two Sony-signed artists join roster
News SoundCloud data added to UK and Ireland’s Official Charts Licensed and monetized streams to be published in the charts on Friday, September 21
News SoundExchange Appoints Richard Conlon as Chief Corporate Development Officer Promotion reflects commitment to expanding services for the music industry
News ‘A momentous day’ as US Senate passes Music Modernization Act Bill now awaits reconsideration by the House and signature by the President
Interviews ‘Being nimble and flexible is the only way to make money in today’s music industry.’ EVP and GM at INGrooves, Amy Dietz, discusses her career and a range of hot industry issues
News ONErpm hires Jason Jordan to helm expansion in the US and Canada A&R veteran named Managing Director of North America
News 3 Beat signs Geko for worldwide publishing Geko joins Callum Beattie and High Contrast on 3 Beat’s publishing roster
News Can Simon Fuller’s new global pop band emerge triumphant in a music business ‘going through confusion’? Legendary British talent manager speaks out about streaming and his unusual strategy with emerging group
News Platinum tables now sold out at the A&R Awards in association with Abbey Road Studios Sponsorship opportunities available ahead of shortlist announcement in coming days
Analysis Jon Platt’s arrival marks an opportunity for aggressive Sony to finally sing in harmony What Jon Platt's move from Warner/Chappell means - and why it completes the new-look Sony
News Martin Bandier confirms he’ll be leaving Sony/ATV in March 2019 'I look forward to sharing what’s ahead for me with you soon,' says Sony/ATV chief
News BMI hires PRS for Music exec Karen Buse as MD, European Society Relations Newly-created role to help maximize international revenue
News Sony Music promotes Monica Cornia and Melissa Thomas to SVP, International Marketing roles New titles cover RCA Records, Arista Records, Columbia Records and Epic Records
News Pandora launches personalized playlist feature for premium users Streaming services launches The Drop