News From the Music World
Coda’s revolutionary artist-powered streaming model threatens to demolish the traditional royalty system, giving musicians unprecedented control. The music industry will never be the same.
Pitbull’s “I Feel Good” or stolen goods? Three pivotal notes sparked a copyright battle that ended in a hushed settlement. Musicians everywhere should be worried.
While traditional labels take your rights, Kahuna gives artists $5-20K advances with 100% ownership retained. Over 250 musicians are already ditching the old model. The music industry will never be the same.
HYBE America poaches industry powerhouse Jenni Pfaff as leadership undergoes seismic shift. Former Warner exec joins CEO Isaac Lee following Scooter Braun’s departure. Her people-first vision could reshape music’s corporate landscape.
Can a global health veteran transform the music industry’s safety net? Theresa Wolters brings unorthodox humanitarian strategies to MusiCares, shaking the foundation of how artists receive vital support.
Nashville’s 26-year-old songwriting contest quietly fuels a staggering $9.7 billion music industry with global reach. The city’s musical powerhouse boasts 30 times the national talent concentration. Winners transform the industry.
While New York and LA watch nervously, Nashville quietly amasses $9.7 billion in music power as Downtown & FUGA establish their empire. The city’s transformation reshapes the global industry.
While revenue dips 8%, BMG’s strategic shift to streaming boosts profit margins to 28.7% and strengthens its digital dominance. The music giant sacrificed concerts for a digital-first future—and it’s working.
From intimate venues to 30,136 first-week sales: How Wolf Alice’s “The Clearing” dominated charts despite industry odds. Physical formats fueled their surprising second #1 album. Critics are raving.
Virtual K-pop groups from “KPop Demon Hunters” are crushing BTS and Blackpink on global charts. Their fictional performers generate real revenue while reshaping entertainment. The music industry will never be the same.
