FRI. BRIEF: Congress Joins Copyright Office Battle • Vivid Seeks $1.5B Buyer • Geffen Relaunches • More

FRIDAY 3.24.17 Music Business News From Around The Web  The battle for control of the U.S. Copyright Office has long term implications for music. Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Roger Waters Eyes “The Wall” Protest Concert On U.S. – Mexico Border

Roger Waters is considering staging a performance of Pink Floyd's 1979 classic "The Wall" on the US-Mexico border as a protest against the immigration policies of US President Donald Trump. 

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Rochelle Holguin Named To Creative Strategy Post At UPMG

Universal Music Publishing Group has named Rochelle Holguin to the newly-created position of Vice President of Creative Strategy. Holguin's new gig will see her with oversight of creative development and. Continue reading

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THU. BRIEF: Grammys Respond To Beyonce Loss • Hate Rock Reigns On YouYube • Snapchat Values IPO At $22B • More

THURSDAY 2.16.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Some see Beyonce's loss as indicative of Grammy narrow mindedness, or did it reflect the narrow taste of American music fans?. Continue reading

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Superbowl Spike: 24,000 Pandora Listeners Added A Lady Gaga Station On Sunday

Following her much lauded performance during last night’s Super Bowl half time show, Lady Gaga’s station adds spiked on Pandora almost 1,400% week over week. More than 24,000 listeners added. Continue reading

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Prince’s Top Songs To Return To Streaming Services On Grammy Night

19 months ago Prince pulled his music from all streaming services with the exception of Tidal. Now, Prince’s most popular songs are set to return to most streaming services on. Continue reading

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WED BRIEFING: Turtles Lose SiriusXM Suit • Music Pubs Push FB • Growth: Apple vs Spotify • More

Wednesday 12.21.16 Music Business News From Around The Web  After repeated wins, the Turtles loss was unexpected and a reminder of how fucked up copyright law is. Updated continuously under. Continue reading

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Kobalt Creates Neighboring Rights Powerhouse With Fintage House Superstar Client List Acquisition

Neighboring rights are one of the most misunderstood and fastest growing income streams in music. It's $2 billion annual business, and with the acquisition of the Fintage House's superstar client. Continue reading

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ITunes 69¢ Songs Section Offers Latest Opportunity For Labels To Game The Charts

Last month we learned that artists like Drake, Kayne West and Frank Ocean were releasing albums with 18 tracks or more to game the Billboard charts by taking advantage of. Continue reading

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The Time For A Copyright Small Claims Court Is Now

While major stars like Robin Thicke and Zeppelin can afford to combat massive lawsuits, the average artist may have a tough time footing the bill for a bitter and protracted court. Continue reading

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