Music Business News: North America

News was confirmed in a note sent to Sony Music employees globally on Monday (September 22) and obtained by MBW

Capitol Records strengthens its Urban A&R leadership with new appointments

Long-term event supporter returns as part of the industry's most enjoyable night of the year

The labels are now seeking statutory damages of up to $150,000 per work infringed, as well as up to $2,500 for each act of YouTube stream ripping

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The Federal Trade Commission says Ticketmaster is profiting off of allowing scalpers to breach ticket purchase limits

The funding round was led by MiddleGame Ventures, with participation from existing investors Raine, Snö Ventures and UTA Ventures.

Deal brings company's total investment in music rights since the launch of Bertelsmann’s 'Boost program' in 2021 to $1.5bn+