Kenny MacPherson, Veteran Music Publisher and Big Deal Music Co-Founder, Dies at 71

A Legacy Built on Audacity and Integrity MacPherson’s career was defined by an uncanny ability to identify "left-of-center" talent—artists who operated outside the mainstream machinery but who possessed the songwriting…

Barbara Cane Retires from BMI After a Historic Half-Century Career Marking an End of an Era in Music Publishing

The landscape of the music publishing industry shifted this week as Barbara Cane, the venerable vice president of worldwide creative at BMI, announced her formal retirement after an unparalleled 50-year…

Billboard Pro Launches Comprehensive Music Industry Events Calendar to Centralize Global Business Networking

In a strategic expansion of its B2B offerings, Billboard Pro has officially unveiled a comprehensive music industry events calendar designed to serve as the definitive resource for professionals navigating the…

Billboard Canada Women In Music Announces Star-Studded Honorees Amidst a Resurgent Canadian Music Landscape

The 2026 Billboard Canada Women In Music awards are set to be a landmark event, cementing the nation’s status as a formidable engine for global musical talent. As the industry…

The Elvis Presley estate launches landmark legal offensive against Anthropic over AI training practices

The owners of the Elvis Presley estate have initiated a significant legal confrontation with artificial intelligence leader Anthropic, filing a lawsuit that marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict…

Stevie Wonder files for eviction of longtime occupant in Hollywood Hills residency dispute

The legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder, legally known as Stevland Morris, has initiated formal legal proceedings to evict Carmen Efferson from a three-bedroom property he owns in the exclusive Hollywood Hills…

Damon Dash Life Rights Sold for 550000 in Bankruptcy Auction to Satisfy Multimillion Dollar Debts

The intellectual property rights to the life story of hip-hop mogul and Roc-A-Fella co-founder Damon Dash have been sold to Everlasting Films for $550,000. This transaction, finalized following a court-ordered…

Reservoir Media Acquires Recorded Music Catalog of Latin Music Icon Jose Feliciano

In a significant expansion of its growing Latin music portfolio, New York-based Reservoir Media has officially announced the acquisition of the recorded music catalog belonging to legendary singer-songwriter and guitarist…

Spotify Expands Industry Support for AI Remixing Tool as Licensing Momentum Grows

Spotify is currently building significant momentum for its forthcoming artificial intelligence-driven music remixing platform, securing high-profile licensing agreements that suggest a transformative shift in how digital music consumption and creation…

Live Nation to develop and operate new 5,000-capacity music venue in North Melbourne Arden Central precinct

Live Nation, the global leader in live entertainment, has announced a major expansion of its Australian venue portfolio with the development of a purpose-built, 5,000-capacity music venue located in the…