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Akademiks Sparks Debate: Did 6ix9ine Just Sign a Deal That Forces Him to Stream?

Rapper 6ix9ine’s bizarre $1M deal forces him to stream while facing a $9.8M lawsuit and financial ruin. Is this the future of music contracts? Artists everywhere should be worried.

October 30, 2025

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MCA Bets Big on Country Legend: Vince Gill’s Rare Lifetime Deal Raises Industry Eyebrows

Country icon Vince Gill defies industry norms with an unprecedented lifetime recording deal at MCA Records. Monthly EPs replace traditional albums as the 50-year veteran retains complete creative control. Is this the future of music contracts?

October 12, 2025