Spotify Tests New ‘Jump In’ Feature For Free Users That Makes Paying For Premium Much Less Attractive

[UPDATED] Spotify is in the midst of protracted renegotiations with the major labels, and a sticking point, according to multiple sources, is the music companies' desire to scale back the streamer's free. Continue reading

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10 Most Searched For Lyrics Of 2016

LyricFind has shared its most searched for lyrics of 2016. They deliver lyrics to 100+ services including Google, Amazon Music, Deezer, Pandora, Shazam and iHeartMedia. Earlier this year, Justin Bieber’s “Love. Continue reading

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Sony Eyes Unification Of Record, Publishing Arms

Unified rights – a single source for recording, publishing rights pioneered by Terry McBride's Nettwerk Music – has proven an advantage for indie music companies. Now, Sony may be considering a. Continue reading

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Taylor Swift. Zayn Malik Release Surprise “50 Shades Darker” Duet “I Don’t Wanna Live Forever” Exclusively On iTunes

Just before midnight last night, Taylor Swift and Zayn Malik released a duet, "I Don't Wanna Live Forever," without notice.  The surprise release is the first song from the upcoming. Continue reading

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Warner Music Group Reports Strong Digtal Growth As Quarterly Losses Narrow Dramatically

Warner Music Group reported 21% growth in digital for the last quarter on Thursday, as losses narrowed to $3 million from $23 million in the same quarter last year. Net income for. Continue reading

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Vinyl Sales Tops Digital Downloads In UK

For the first time ever, the recording industry made more money from vinyl album sales than downloaded albums in the UK last week. According to figures published by the Entertainment. Continue reading

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Music Confidential Releases Unique Music Revenue Report

In special end of year report, we take a unique look at some revenue figures from the year in music business. Rather than sorting revenue by type of right, this. Continue reading

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Grammy Nominees 2017 Named [The Full List]

Beyonce and Adele dominated the nominations for the 2017 Grammy Awards with both receiving coveted album, record and song of the year noms. The 59th Annual Grammys will air live from. Continue reading

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Amazon Doubles Down On Vinyl With Launch Of Vinyl Lounge Community, 12 Days Of Giveaways

Amazon has become a key sales outlet for vinyl records, and their music team is promoting the format with two new initiatives.

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Recording Academy Sends Letter Congratulating President-elect Trump

As many trade and lobbying organizations do, the Recording Academy, aka The Grammy folks, sent an open letter to the president-elect sharing their hopes and concerns for the next administration. Their letter,. Continue reading

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