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IMPALA launches new EU-funded support scheme to boost change-making initiatives in the indie sector

16 May 2025

Press release

IMPALA, the European association of independent music companies, has launched a new EU-funded support scheme aimed at boosting sector-led initiatives working on equity,...

Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Kane Brown's Verse 2 Music Renew Partnership

16 May 2025

Press release

Deals extends joint venture helmed by country star Kane Brown and Industry Veteran Kent Earls Sony Music Publishing Nashville today announced...

New report shows independent promoters as vital champions of local talent - but under threat

16 May 2025

Press release

First of its kind AIP Report details composition, contribution and struggles of independent promoters in the UK. Most survey respondents showcased...

ClicknClear selected as a finalist for the world intellectual property organization (WIPO) global awards

16 May 2025

Press release

CLICKnCLEAR SELECTED AS A FINALIST FOR THE WORLD INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ORGANIZATION (WIPO) GLOBAL AWARDS Further strong validation of the company’s innovative...

Full Time Hobby signs Dead Pioneers under Bucks sponsorship deal

16 May 2025

Press release

Band signed to Full Time Hobby sister Hassle Records last year.  Full Time Hobby has signed Dead Pioneers to its publishing...

Spandau Ballet's Gary Kemp shares his concerns with the state of touring and how labels 'rely on artist's social media' to sell them

15 May 2025

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Spandau Ballet's Gary Kemp shares his concerns with the state of touring and how labels 'rely on artist's social media'...

Music Venue Properties announce second community share offering to purchase iconic UK grassroots music venues under its 'Own Our Venues' initiative

15 May 2025

Press release

Esquires in Bedford, Stoke-on-Trent’s The Sugarmill & Southampton’s The Joiners among venues included in new acquisition plans  Music Venue Properties (MVP),...

Artist applications open today for the 2025 FAC Step Up Fund supported by Amazon Music

15 May 2025

Press release

  This year’s fund will support the creative projects of 10 developing independent acts with grants of up to £8,000 More than...

Heart becomes the UK's biggest radio brand reaching a phenomenal 13.4 million weekly listeners

15 May 2025

Press release

Heart brand celebrates its highest ever listening figures beating Radio 2 for the first time ever A record-breaking set of listening figures...

DDEX Announces BMAT As Newest Charter Member

15 May 2025

Press release

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

UK Festivals Unite in War Child fundraiser

15 May 2025

Press release

46 of the UK’s best festivals put tickets up for grabs including Boomtown, Love Saves The Day, Isle of Wight,...

The South Asian Soundcheck calls for UK music industry support

15 May 2025

Press release

New survey will provide the first detailed data on the South Asian experience in UK music Take the survey   Lila, the non-profit initiative empowering South...

Musical AI and Pro Sound Effects Partner to Create Licensed Datasets for AI Training

15 May 2025

Press release

  Pro Sound Effects (PSE) has been the entertainment industry’s go-to source for high-quality sounds for decades, serving every major name...

Electronic Music Sector Unites to Demand Action At Landmark Parliamentary Committee Event

15 May 2025

Press release

  On 14 May, the UK’s electronic music industry delivered an unprecedented show of unity and urgency as sector leaders from...

The Radio Academy announces winners for The ARIAS 2025

15 May 2025

Press release

The Radio Academy ARIAS returned tonight at the exciting new venue in Leicester Square, as Clara Amfo and Gok Wan MBE, took to...

LIDO and ELAM extend their partnership with a dynamic new programme supporting young students

15 May 2025

Press release

LIDO is contributing to the future of UK live music From mentorships, internships, work experience, masterclasses and more… Lido Festival, Victoria Park Visit...

RAJAR results Q1 2025: Bauer Media Audio UK celebrates 23.4m weekly listeners

15 May 2025

Press release

The first quarter of 2025 showcased another set of impressive listening results for Bauer Media Audio UK. As Bauer Media...

Universal Music Greater China launches Deutsche Grammophon China and Blue Note Records China, marking a strategic expansion into China's classical and jazz scene

15 May 2025

Press release

Legendary Classical Label Deutsche Grammophon Debuts DG China, Announcing Projects with Cellist Jian Wang, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra and Next Wave...

Armada Music Group Names Maarten Steinkamp as Interim President

14 May 2025

Press release

Former chairman and CEO of Sony BMG Europe will support Armada’s burgeoning growth in newly formed position   Armada Music Group, the...

Don't stop believin' in CDs: Gen Alpha dig physical music too

14 May 2025

Press release

Vinyl and CDs continue to live on with nearly half of Gen A listening to physical music records   Survey conducted by...

Wales' oldest record label tunes into tomorrow as new CEO steps up at Sain

14 May 2025

Press release

Kev Tame has been announced as the new chief executive of Sain. A native of Waunfawr, Tame has been behind a...

Universal Music Group and Apple Music announce Sound Therapy

14 May 2025

Press release

The collection leverages cognitive science and UMG’s roster of global superstars, adding subtle auditory beats to well-known curated tracks, aiming...

Sonar 2025 cements its status as a one-of-a-kind festival with nearly 150 premieres, co-productions, and exclusives, sparking both dancing and discovery

14 May 2025

Press release

  Sónar Week once again turns Barcelona into the international epicenter of electronic and digital culture, with more than 200 events...

Official Charts Company agrees new deal with Kantar

14 May 2025

Press release

Relationship extends into a fifth decade New state-of-the-art music data platform under construction   The Official Charts Company has inked a brand-new deal...

UK and EU Music Industry Chiefs Join Forces to Urge Political Leaders to Tear Down Barriers to Touring the EU

14 May 2025

Press release

Musicians and industry leaders from the UK and Europe have joined forces to demand urgent action to remove the barriers...

Live Nation makes record investment in emerging talent through The Great Escape Festival 2025

14 May 2025

Press release

The Great Escape (TGE), the UK's leading new music festival, returns to Brighton this week with a record-breaking lineup of over 550 emerging...

adidas and Co-op Live lead a new era in music through launch of adidas Originals Recording Studio, engineered by Abbey Road

14 May 2025

Press release

  adidas, Co-op Live and Abbey Road Studios reveal a first-of-its-kind Recording Studio within Manchester’s acclaimed Co-op Live arena  The adidas Originals...

UK trade mission aims to boost British music in Japan

14 May 2025

Press release

Applications now being accepted for mission to Osaka & Tokyo in August 2025 Deadline for Application is 18th June 2025   A UK music...

Curve Royalty Systems Launches New Payments Feature, Revolutionizing Royalty Accounting Payments

13 May 2025

Press release

All-in-one Royalty Accounting and Payments Platform Supports Payees across 180+ Countries Downtown’s Royalties & Financial Services division today announced the...

Universal Music Group appoints Matt Ellis as Chief Financial Officer

13 May 2025

Press release

Former Verizon CFO Brings Broad Experience Across Finance, Operations, Corporate Development and Financial Planning   Universal Music Group N.V. (EURONEXT:UMG), the world leader...

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