Puerto Rico’s Supreme Court Allows Ex-Girlfriend’s Lawsuit Against Bad Bunny Over "Bad Bunny Baby" Vocal Sample to Proceed for 2022 Track

The highest judicial body in Puerto Rico has issued a pivotal ruling, permitting Carliz De La Cruz Hernández, the ex-girlfriend of global music superstar Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio),…

Fuerza Regida-Rancho Humilde Legal Battle Intensifies as Judge Delays Ruling on California’s Seven-Year Rule

A federal judge has declined to issue an immediate ruling on whether the popular música mexicana band Fuerza Regida should be released from its recording contract with Rancho Humilde, citing…

IHeartMedia Fortifies Anti-Payola Policies Following FCC Investigation into Free Artist Performances

iHeartMedia, the nation’s largest radio broadcaster, has formally agreed to significantly enhance its anti-payola compliance framework, bringing to a close a comprehensive investigation by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The…

Music Orgs Seek U.S. Intervention as Europe Floats Rolling Back Radio Royalties for American Artists

The Intricacies of Music Royalties: A Global Perspective Understanding the current dispute requires a delve into the complex world of music royalties, particularly the distinctions between various forms of compensation…

Pacha New York Inaugurates a New Era for Brooklyn Nightlife, Overcoming Predecessor’s Challenges with Record Success

The evening of June 13, 2026, was etched with a blend of apprehension and exhilaration for Aloki Batra, CEO of FIVE Hospitality and The Pacha Group. As Pacha New York…

BRESH Global Acquires Majority Stake in Grupo Polenta, Signaling Major Consolidation in Experiential Live Entertainment Sector

BRESH Global, the rapidly expanding Argentine-born live entertainment powerhouse, has officially announced its acquisition of a majority stake in Grupo Polenta, another prominent Argentina-based company renowned for its distinctive DJ-driven…

Mid-2026 Sees Music Industry Navigate Unprecedented Shifts, Legal Battles, and Executive Legacies.

The first six months of 2026 have proven to be one of the most tumultuous and transformative periods in recent music industry history, as the sector grapples with seismic shifts…

Sam Smith and Normani Seek Second Dismissal in ‘Dancing With a Stranger’ Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

Sam Smith and Normani, alongside their team of co-writers and publishers, are once again moving to dismantle a persistent copyright infringement lawsuit alleging that their 2019 global hit, “Dancing With…

Brittany Schaffer Appointed Chief Executive Officer of Country Music Association, Succeeding Sarah Trahern

The Country Music Association (CMA) has officially named Brittany Schaffer as its next chief executive officer, marking a significant leadership transition for the esteemed organization dedicated to advancing the genre…

Telemundo and GTS Forge Strategic Alliance for Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos, Securing First-Look Rights to Emerging Talent

Telemundo, the leading U.S. Spanish-language television network, and GTS (Global Talent Services), a prominent Spanish management and booking company, have officially announced a strategic alliance centered around Operación Triunfo Estados…