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The Ivors Academy promotes Paul Mortimer to Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager

04 April 2025

Press release

  The Ivors Academy has promoted Paul Mortimer to Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager. In this expanded role, Mortimer will continue to...

Merlin and Coda Music Partner to Transform the Social Streaming Experience

04 April 2025

Press release

Merlin, the independent’s digital music licensing partner, is excited to announce a new partnership with Coda Music, a first-of-a-kind platform...

Zojak's Independent (Winning) Streak: How a Female Entrepreneur Turned Chance Meeting in Kingston into a Global Music Company

04 April 2025

Press release

  Zojak CEO Zoe Espitia went to Jamaica for a vacation, never suspecting that trip would completely change her life. A...

NTIA welcomes the Government's calls for 'last orders' on red tape choking pubs, clubs, and restaurants in major boost to the British night out!

04 April 2025

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NTIA CEO Michael Kill Joins Expert Panel to Drive Licensing Reform for Night Time Economy Businesses The Night Time Industries Association...

Beatport Expands Genre Offerings with New Ambient/Experimental and Downtempo Categories

03 April 2025

Press release

  Beatport, the global leader in music for DJs, producers, and their fans, continues to refine its genre classification by introducing...

Independent music publishing sector's value up 5.7% YoY in IMPF's Global Market View

03 April 2025

Press release

 Independent music publishing market share as a whole remains ahead of the largest major company Read the 5th edition of IMPF's...

Brighton Music Conference expands 2025 edition with new venues and the return of A&R sessions

03 April 2025

Press release

Brighton Music Conference (BMC), the UK’s leading electronic music and networking event is excited to reveal new venues for the...

The Great Escape adds 175+ names to its phenomenal 2025 line-up

03 April 2025

Press release

INCLUDING:BADGER | BLUE LAB BEATS | BRUISE CONTROL | CAROL ADES | CLT DRP | COURTING | DIVIDE AND DISSOLVE | GIRL...

James Harrison promoted to Vice President of Programming (UK/EU), Legends/ASM Global

03 April 2025

Press release

JAMES HAS BEEN INSTRUMENTAL IN THE BUSINESS RESTRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAMMING TEAM, EMPOWERING IT TO SUPERSERVE VENUES FROM CONCERT HALLS...

Sonopress further increases production capacity for sustainably produced long-playing records

03 April 2025

Press release

Demand for EcoRecords continues to rise Sonopress, a leading manufacturer of storage media, commissioned its third machine for the production of...

DDEX Publishes Musical Work Right Share Notification Standard (MWN) Version 1.3

03 April 2025

Press release

  DDEX, the international standards-setting organization dedicated to improving the exchange of data and information across the music industry, has announced...

Concord Music Publishing signs producer Dom Martinez

03 April 2025

Press release

  Today, Concord Music Publishing announced the signing of versatile music producer Dom Martinez. The worldwide publishing deal, effective immediately, includes his full catalog...

Universal's Downtown Music acquisition faces EU scrutiny - IMPALA welcomes referral by national competition authority

03 April 2025

Press release

  Universal Music Group’s (UMG) acquisition of Downtown Music faces EU scrutiny following a referral request from an EU member state, as first...

Aiode Joins the Abbey Road REDD Family

03 April 2025

Press release

  Aiode is thrilled to announce that it is now part of the Abbey Road REDD family, having joined its prestigious...

Mumford & Sons Dazzle Fans with Exclusive Performance at Amazon Music UK City Sessions in Manchester

03 April 2025

Press release

The Intimate Show Took Place at Aviva Studios, the Landmark New Home of Factory International in Manchester    Last night, British folk-rock...

Government turns back on Sector - Industry Faces Crisis as April Tax Hikes Bite Warns NTIA

02 April 2025

Press release

Businesses across the country are bracing for a financial blow as the Government moves ahead with tax hikes - despite...

Bauer Media completes acquisition of Clear Channel Europe-North

02 April 2025

Press release

  Today, Bauer Media Group announces the completion of its acquisition of Clear Channel Europe-North (“Clear Channel Europe”), a significant player...

Amuse's Licensing Deals Help Indie Bands Like The Walters Stay Indie

02 April 2025

Press release

  Artists today are choosing independence, even in the face of label offers. As a recent Spotify report revealed, independent artists accounted for...

The UK's Official biggest songs and albums of 2025 so far revealed

02 April 2025

Press release

Lola Young’s Messy is the biggest song of 2025 so far   Sabrina Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet dominates as it claims biggest album...

The Hives sign to Play It Again Sam

02 April 2025

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New Album Scheduled for August   Legendary Swedish band The Hives have announced their signing to Play It Again Sam, the flagship...

USHER: Past Present Future

02 April 2025

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USHER unveils his exclusive tour merch pop-up at Selfridges London available 31st March – 11th April   To celebrate USHER's London residency for...

Charli XCX appoints PPL for international royalties collection

01 April 2025

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PPL reveals 'I Love It’ as Charli’s most played song across UK radio and TV this century   Fresh from winning five...

Music Glue Strengthens North American Presence With Opening of Vancouver Office

01 April 2025

Press release

Music industry e-commerce specialist Music Glue has announced the launch of a new office in Vancouver, Canada furthering bolstering its...

BRITs Week 25, delivered by DHL for War Child announces money raised through 2025 shows

01 April 2025

Press release

£650k raised for War Child from 11 intimate shows in London, Glasgow & Bexhill  Taking the combined total to over £8 million since BRITs...

Co-op Live Announces Sustainability-Driven Partnership with OVO

01 April 2025

Press release

  Co-op Live, the UK’s largest indoor arena and one of the world’s most sustainable live entertainment venues, is proud to...

Future Sounds 2025: Young West London Artists Shine on Stage for All-Star Music Industry Panel

01 April 2025

Press release

Rising local stars perform for Coldplay’s Will Champion, Sharleen Spiteri, Big Zuu and Hollie Cook at the 10th anniversary of...

Symphonic Distribution Partners with SymphonyOS to Provide Enhanced Marketing Tools and Fan Data to Artists

01 April 2025

Press release

    Symphonic Distribution, a leading music technology and services company for independent labels, managers, and artists, has furthered its mission of...

Sony Music Publishing Signs Global Deal with Jesse Fink

01 April 2025

Press release

  Sony Music Publishing today announced the signing of GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jesse Fink to a worldwide publishing deal.Los...

Ministry of Sound & Lab54 team up on April Fools Stunt paying homage to UK Rave Culture

01 April 2025

Press release

Club Culture x Pop Up Culture: The legendary nightclub and anti-club party specialists unite, championing the evolution of club culture. On March...

Music Producers Guild honours Peter Gabriel and Paul Epworth with prestigious gifted awards

31 March 2025

Press release

  The Music Producers Guild, in association with Dolby and Mix With The Masters, is delighted to announce two exceptional British music talents as...

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