Music Business News: United Arab Emirates

Invitation-only music rights platform names specialist division as it renovates after six years and $50M+ in deals.

UMG is partnering with the operator of O Beach to build a global network of music-driven venues.

The deal is said to mark a "turning point" for the protection and fair remuneration of creators, authors, composers, and publishers in the UAE.

The company counted 3.54m subs as of June 30, 2025 with over 120m total registered users

Pacha Ibiza nightclub drew 583,834 guests across 156 events this season, up 20% YoY.

Deal will see Tuned Global continue to power the Twist Music streaming service as it expands beyond Egypt into the UAE and Saudi Arabia

She will lead legal, regulatory and governance strategy for the company while also handling international engagement.

In India, Spotify's new 'Premium Platinum' tier is more than twice the price of today's 'Individual' tier