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Headline: GEMA Sells Zebralution to Insight, Signaling Strategic Shift in Digital Music Distribution

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Headline: GEMA Sells Zebralution to Insight, Signaling Strategic Shift in Digital Music Distribution

Emily Matuska January 26, 2026 0

GEMA has agreed to sell digital distributor Zebralution to New York–based Insight Holdings Group, marking a strategic...

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Spotify & Major Labels File $13 Trillion Lawsuit Against Anna’s Archive

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Spotify & Major Labels File $13 Trillion Lawsuit Against Anna’s Archive

Lillian Crain January 25, 2026 0

In one of the largest copyright infringement cases in digital history, the major record labels—Universal Music Group,...

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BeatStars’ Lemonaide AI Acquisition Signals a Rights-First Future for Music AI

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BeatStars’ Lemonaide AI Acquisition Signals a Rights-First Future for Music AI

Emily Matuska January 25, 2026 0

As generative AI reshapes music creation, BeatStars’ acquisition of Lemonaide AI shows how rights management and monetization...

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Ed Sheeran Lets Fans Pick the Songs — and It Might Be the Future of Live Shows

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Ed Sheeran Lets Fans Pick the Songs — and It Might Be the Future of Live Shows

Emily Matuska January 25, 2026 0

Ed Sheeran’s fan-curated setlists are turning concerts into collaborative experiences, offering a compelling model for artists looking...

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Prince Classics Soar on Spotify After Stranger Things Finale Moment

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Prince Classics Soar on Spotify After Stranger Things Finale Moment

Emily Matuska January 25, 2026 0

After appearing in the Stranger Things finale, Prince’s classics “When Doves Cry” and “Purple Rain” surged on...

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Spotify Quietly Phases Out Its Basic Plan — And What It Means for Listeners and Songwriters

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Spotify Quietly Phases Out Its Basic Plan — And What It Means for Listeners and Songwriters

Emily Matuska January 25, 2026 0

Spotify is quietly phasing out its Basic music-only plan, forcing users into bundled subscriptions that include audiobooks...

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DISCO and AIMS Partner to Bring AI-Powered Music Discovery Directly Into Industry Workflows

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DISCO and AIMS Partner to Bring AI-Powered Music Discovery Directly Into Industry Workflows

Emily Matuska January 25, 2026 0

DISCO and AIMS have announced a new partnership bringing AI-powered, natural-language music search directly into the DISCO...

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J Castle and Lyanno Team Up With Hades66 for Explosive New Single “Brincar”

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J Castle and Lyanno Team Up With Hades66 for Explosive New Single “Brincar”

Lillian Crain January 25, 2026 0

Some songs don’t require explanation; they simply activate. “Brincar,” the new single from visionary producer J Castle and Lyanno, featuring Hades66, is a...

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José Madero Makes History: First “Orphan” Vinyl Before Largest Solo Show

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José Madero Makes History: First “Orphan” Vinyl Before Largest Solo Show

Lillian Crain January 24, 2026 0

Universal Music has officially announced an intimate, exclusive listening session for José Madero’s latest project, “Canciones Míseras Vol. 1.” This collection...

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José Madero Revives Fan Favorites with Canciones Míseras Vol. 1

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José Madero Revives Fan Favorites with Canciones Míseras Vol. 1

Emily Matuska January 24, 2026 0

José Madero kicks off 2026 with Canciones Míseras Vol. 1, a compilation of fourteen fan-favorite songs once...

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Sarah Kinsley Announces New EP ‘Fleeting’ and 2026 Global Headline Tour

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Sarah Kinsley Announces New EP ‘Fleeting’ and 2026 Global Headline Tour

Lillian Crain January 24, 2026 0

New York-based singer-songwriter and producer Sarah Kinsley has officially announced her highly anticipated new EP, “Fleeting,” scheduled for release on February 13 via...

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How Tour Music Fest Winner DJ Will Torres Is Dominating 2026

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How Tour Music Fest Winner DJ Will Torres Is Dominating 2026

Lillian Crain January 24, 2026 0

Following a landmark 2025, Venezuelan DJ and producer Will Torres is set for an explosive 2026. Based in Madrid,...

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Emma Sofia Henriquez: “Fight Back” Star Drops First Single

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Emma Sofia Henriquez: “Fight Back” Star Drops First Single

Lillian Crain January 23, 2026 0

One month after its initial release, Emma Sofia Henriquez has officially marked her original music debut with the single “Spanglish.” A...

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A$AP Rocky Releases Surprise Tokischa Collaboration With “Flackito Jodye”

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A$AP Rocky Releases Surprise Tokischa Collaboration With “Flackito Jodye”

Elizabeth Weiss January 23, 2026 0

The release arrived without much warning or press attention, immediately blowing up social media following its drop....

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All Eight Best New Artist Nominees Take the Grammy Stage in 2026

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All Eight Best New Artist Nominees Take the Grammy Stage in 2026

Elizabeth Weiss January 23, 2026 0

The lineup reflects a wide-open year for emerging talent, spanning pop, R&B, alternative, and genre-defying sounds. Addison...

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 MusiCares Hosts a Tribute to Mariah Carey for 2026 Person of the Year Gala

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 MusiCares Hosts a Tribute to Mariah Carey for 2026 Person of the Year Gala

Elizabeth Weiss January 23, 2026 0

This year’s performers span generations and genres, reflecting the reach of Carey’s catalog and legacy. Artists confirmed...

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 Cimafunk Takes Over the Grammy Museum’s After Party

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 Cimafunk Takes Over the Grammy Museum’s After Party

Elizabeth Weiss January 23, 2026 0

Fresh off multiple Grammy nominations and global acclaim, Cimafunk will headline the private, ticketed event, bringing his...

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Clipse and Pharrell Set the Tone for a High-Energy 2026 Grammy Night

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Clipse and Pharrell Set the Tone for a High-Energy 2026 Grammy Night

Elizabeth Weiss January 23, 2026 0

With Clipse and Pharrell stepping into the spotlight together, the 2026 Grammys are already signaling a night...

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Pancho Barraza and Banda MS Launch “The Last Minute”

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Pancho Barraza and Banda MS Launch “The Last Minute”

Lillian Crain January 22, 2026 0

The regional Mexican music scene has officially reached its first major milestone of 2026. Pancho Barraza, recognized as...

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From Washlets to Hyperpop: A Snapshot of Japan’s Music Scene in Early 2026

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From Washlets to Hyperpop: A Snapshot of Japan’s Music Scene in Early 2026

Emily Matuska January 22, 2026 0

From KIRINJI’s tongue-in-cheek ode to Japan’s high-tech toilets to hyperpop Vocaloid tracks and ambient club experiments, this...

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Jeff Toig Named CEO as Global Music Rights Signals Continuity in Leadership and Vision

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Jeff Toig Named CEO as Global Music Rights Signals Continuity in Leadership and Vision

Emily Matuska January 22, 2026 0

Global Music Rights has appointed Jeff Toig as CEO while co-founder Randy Grimmett moves into the role...

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In Case You Missed It: Sabrina Carpenter Drops “Such A Funny Way”

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In Case You Missed It: Sabrina Carpenter Drops “Such A Funny Way”

Emily Matuska January 22, 2026 0

Sabrina Carpenter has quietly released “Such A Funny Way” on all streaming platforms after its initial appearance...

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Héctor “El Tenampa” González Channels Century-Old Legacy in New Single “100 Años”

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Héctor “El Tenampa” González Channels Century-Old Legacy in New Single “100 Años”

Kalani Chambers January 22, 2026 0

By Kalani Chambers | RYM Partner Houston, Texas – January 21, 2026 – If late 2025 was...

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Pipeline Launches With $200M to Back Independent Music Companies

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Pipeline Launches With $200M to Back Independent Music Companies

Elizabeth Weiss January 21, 2026 0

Pipeline is positioning itself as an alternative to the deals that often force indie labels and distributors...

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