It was another big news week globally some major music companies are having hard times, the Americana Music Award winners were announced, and more.
- Trouble at $1B Hipgnosis Songs Fund reports Financial Times
- Owner of respected political site Politico wants to take down TikTok
- YouTube is on track to surpass Spotify as 12-month music payouts rise 50% to $6B
- Patreon lays off 17% of the workforce, closes offices
- UMG consolidates Virgin, Ingrooves, newly acquired mtheory into new Artist & Label Services Division
- Live Nation launches a $59 Club Pass to all shows at your local venue
- Americana Music Awards go to Allison Russell, Brandi Carlile, Billy Strings & more – a full list of winners
