From Universal’s Music Returning to TikTok to Blackstone’s Bid for Hipgnosis Songs Fund… It’s MBW’s Weekly Round-Up This week, the music business buzzed with moves and counter moves that will shape the industry’s landscape. Significant among these events were Universal Music Group’s (UMG) return to TikTok and Blackstone’s eye-opening bid for the Hipgnosis Songs Fund. […]
Rights management software such as Vistex and Music Maestro offer end-to-end solutions for tracking music royalties. These platforms help music companies manage their rights, licenses, and royalties in one centralized system, providing insights into revenue streams and ensuring accurate royalty distribution
Steve Redmond to Step Down as Global Head of Communications at BMG Steve Redmond is set to step down from his role as the Global Head of Communications at BMG, marking the end of an impactful tenure that has seen the company strengthen its position in the global music industry. Redmond, who has been with […]
Indie music publishing involves managing various rights, including mechanical, performance, synchronization, and print rights. These rights give artists control over how their music is used and enable them to generate revenue from different sources.
Anghami’s Paid Subscribers Jumped 18% in Q1 2024, After a 2023 of Revenue ‘Headwinds’ In a surprising twist of fortunes, Anghami, the leading music streaming platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has announced an 18% increase in paid subscribers in the first quarter of 2024. This growth comes after a challenging 2023, […]
Jill Weindorf and Joe Dent Promoted to Executive Vice President Roles at Concord Label Group Concord Label Group, a leading name in the music industry, has announced the promotion of Jill Weindorf and Joe Dent to the roles of Executive Vice Presidents. This strategic move aims to leverage their extensive experience and expertise to propel […]
As Blackstone positions itself as a front-runner with its near $1.6 billion bid, the pressure is now on other interested parties to respond. The landscape of the bidding war could change rapidly, with Hipgnosis Songs Fund at the center of a high-stakes game of financial chess. Observers are keenly watching to see how this battle will unfold, who will ultimately gain control of the fund, and what the long-term implications will be for the music industry and its artists.
DMN Pro Exclusive Event: ‘What Is Radio in 2024?’ featuring will.i.am, Michael Huppe, Rahul Sabnis, Joel Denver, RJ Curtis, Lee Abrams In a groundbreaking event poised to redefine the contours of the audio broadcasting industry, DMN Pro is hosting an exclusive panel discussion titled ‘What Is Radio in 2024?’. This illustrious gathering draws together some […]
The Smashing Pumpkins, After Public Casting Call, Announce Kiki Wong as New Touring Guitarist In a move that surprised and excited fans around the globe, The Smashing Pumpkins have officially announced Kiki Wong as their new touring guitarist following an unprecedented public casting call. The iconic rock band took to social media to share the […]
Blackstone ‘Strongly Advises’ Hipgnosis Investors ‘To Take No Action’ on Concord’s Offer — As Concord Moves to Purchase Shares Directly In a move that has raised eyebrows in the music rights acquisition sphere, Blackstone, a major stakeholder in Hipgnosis Song Management, is making its position clear regarding Concord’s recent play for Hipgnosis shares. The giant […]
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