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Independent Powerhouse: Primary Wave Finishes Massive Ten-Figure Kobalt Takeover

Primary Wave Music has officially finalized its blockbuster acquisition of Kobalt Music Group, marking one of the most significant independent publishing transactions of the year. The deal, valued at approximately $1.5 billion, closed on Tuesday after clearing all necessary regulatory hurdles. The completed transaction hands Primary Wave full…
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Over 70 Percent of Independent Musicians Struggle With Mental Health

The romanticized image of the tireless touring musician frequently masks a stark professional reality. Data from Record Union’s The 73 Percent report reveals that over seventy percent of independent musicians actively struggle with anxiety, depression, and severe mental health challenges. The modern music industry operates on a high-pressure,…
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Suno Strengthens Music Leadership With Hires From YouTube and Atlantic Records

The appointments continue Suno’s effort to recruit established music executives as it seeks closer ties with the traditional music business. Former Merlin CEO Jeremy Sirota joined as Chief Commercial Officer earlier this year, while longtime Atlantic Records executive Paul Sinclair now serves as Chief Music Officer. The company…
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CVC Capital Partners to Acquire Majority Stake in DistroKid

Founded in 2013 by Philip Kaplan, DistroKid has become one of the largest digital music distributors in the independent sector, allowing artists to upload music to streaming platforms through a subscription-based model while keeping 100% of their royalties. The company says it now serves more than two million…
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Taylor Swift Secures Legal Victory as Judge Dismisses Song Lyrics Copyright Lawsuit

The judge also declined to allow Marasco another opportunity to revise her complaint, noting that previous lawsuits raising similar allegations had already been dismissed. According to the ruling, the deficiencies were not matters of drafting but stemmed from the fact that the claimed similarities involved ideas and expressions…
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Ed Sheeran Set to Join Interscope Following Warner Music Departure

In announcing his departure from Warner, Sheeran reflected on the evolution of both his career and personal life, explaining that his priorities had shifted since signing as a teenager. He described the transition as a natural progression, saying he was leaving the label with appreciation for everything they…

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Independent Powerhouse: Primary Wave Finishes Massive Ten-Figure Kobalt Takeover

Over 70 Percent of Independent Musicians Struggle With Mental Health

Suno Strengthens Music Leadership With Hires From YouTube and Atlantic Records

CVC Capital Partners to Acquire Majority Stake in DistroKid

Taylor Swift Secures Legal Victory as Judge Dismisses Song Lyrics Copyright Lawsuit

Ed Sheeran Set to Join Interscope Following Warner Music Departure

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