Music Business News: North America
Analysis News There was less good news, however, from the world of ad-funded streaming. News The company aims to differentiate itself by offering a one-stop shop for clients looking to add music to media News Deal establishes a partnership between Rimas Entertainment, Dale Play Records, and Sony Music Entertainment News Virgin describes Pope as a “pioneer in the development of the digital music business” News The Spotify CEO has sold $695.3 million of company stock since July 2023, regulatory filings show News Musixmatch has called the accusations "meritless" News Lawyers for Drake are also pushing forward a separate case in Texas, alleging 'payola' payments by UMG for playing 'Not Like Us' News The company is forging ahead with a second Sphere in Abu Dhabi, and planning smaller Spheres for a wide range of markets