News From the Music World
How The Marías’ rebellious partnership with UMPG shatters industry norms while merging psychedelic rock with Latin flair. Major publishers rarely embrace genre-defying independents. The music landscape won’t be the same.
Rod Wave fights a $27M lawsuit alleging attempted bribery, “indentured servitude,” and misused tour funds. The battle exposes the music industry’s darkest contractual practices. Your career freedom depends on understanding this case.
Australia’s booming $8.78 billion music industry masks a troubling reality: while revenues soar, homegrown artists struggle with median incomes of just $14,700. Global streaming giants may be thriving, but local talent is fading.
Taylor Swift shatters the impossible with “Showgirl” – her 15th #1 album sells 4 million copies in one week, including 1.3M vinyl records. Industry insiders are scrambling to understand how she did it.
Pop music’s dirtiest secrets come to light in Charli XCX’s brutal mockumentary “The Moment.” This A24 film rips away the glamorous façade of fame. The industry may never recover.
While most fear AI in music, UMG boldly rejects overregulation, betting on ethical innovation through startup partnerships, wellness projects, and education. These market-driven solutions might change everything.
Songwriters earn just $25,400 annually while music industry revenues hit $2.9 billion. The 2025 SONA Warrior Awards rally demands fair partnerships before creators vanish completely.
Taylor Swift crushes industry norms with mind-blowing 4 million first-week sales for “Life of a Showgirl.” While streaming numbers explode, vinyl sales prove physical media isn’t dead. Critics can’t stop raving about her lyrical genius.
Record labels wage war on AI startups Suno and Udio for allegedly stealing millions of copyrighted songs. The explosive $150,000-per-track battle threatens to demolish the future of music AI.
The music industry’s job market is flipping conventional wisdom on its head: 13.9% growth after years of decline. AI, streaming, and digital strategy are reshaping who gets hired today.
