Music Business News: Japan
News The new chart is expected to debut in the first half of this year on Kakao's Melon music streaming service
News New execs join Board from Nigeria, Portugal, Japan, Germany and the UK
Analysis News A monster quarter for major, with streaming revenues in recorded music up 12% YoY, and streaming revenues in music publishing up 25% YoY
News The partnership builds on AXS’s existing operation in Japan, which launched in 2018.
News Avex Music Group says it has 'entered an especially successful period' since Silverstein took over as CEO
News The appointment is part of Believe’s ongoing expansion in the Japanese market, following the launch of PLAYCODE and a partnership with Teichiku Entertainment
News Globally, 82% of music and TV/movie streams come via paid subscription accounts; in the APAC region, that's just 62% reports Luminate
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