News From the Music World
As Spotify prepares to implement another round of price increases for its premium service in the UK, subscribers will soon see their monthly bills rise…
Victory’s Duchess MKII shatters conventional wisdom about “dying” 42-watt tube amps, blending boutique quality with accessibility while traditional players and digital converts battle for the soul of guitar tone. Purists aren’t backing down.
The Weeknd shatters Spotify’s ceiling as “Blinding Lights” rockets past 5 billion streams—the first song ever to reach this stratospheric milestone. Streaming will never be the same.
Physical music defies market logic: vinyl soars 11.1% while dodging tariffs that cripple digital competitors. Nostalgic formats are creating billion-dollar opportunities most retailers completely overlook. The numbers don’t lie.
A peaceful utopia shattered by blood: Burning Man’s first-ever homicide stuns festival-goers after 38 years. The sacred community reels as investigators hunt for answers.
While StubHub boasts $828M in H1 2025 revenue, its growth has plummeted from 30% to just 3%. The absence of Taylor Swift-level tours threatens the company’s NYSE debut plans. Investors should take notice.
Instagram and TikTok aren’t just for scrolling anymore—they’re transforming DMs into intimate communication hubs with voice messaging, creator tools, and enhanced privacy features. Your social platforms want you chatting more than ever.
System of a Down’s Daron Malakian crashes Chicago tribute show while off-duty, delivering a lightning-strike “Cigaro” performance that left fans frozen in disbelief. The guitarist called it one of his coolest moments ever.
Bandcamp’s controversial move empowers artists to block US sales amid tariff chaos, while still generating millions in direct revenue. Their artist-first approach reshapes how musicians navigate complex global markets.
Barry Manilow announces his “Last Last” UK tour for June 2026, despite maintaining multiple residencies elsewhere. Is this truly his final farewell? Tickets are selling fast.
While big labels demand your rights, Ally Kahuna raised $1M to fund independent artists who keep 100% ownership. Their revolutionary model is shaking the music industry’s foundations.
