Primary Wave Finalizes Landmark $1.5 Billion+ Acquisition of Kobalt, Reshaping Music Publishing Landscape

On Tuesday, July 7, Primary Wave Music officially concluded its acquisition of Kobalt, a monumental deal that passed all relevant regulatory scrutiny and is estimated to be worth more than…

Global Superstar Ed Sheeran Signs Landmark Record Deal with Interscope Records, Marking a New Era After Two Decades with Warner Music Group

Ed Sheeran, the critically acclaimed and commercially dominant singer-songwriter, is poised to embark on a significant new chapter in his illustrious career, with sources confirming to Billboard that he has…

Geese Enters New Era with Weekday Management, Signaling Strategic Growth

The burgeoning rock outfit Geese has formally announced a pivotal management alliance, signing with Tyler Richman and Anna Spaulding of Weekday Management. This strategic move marks a significant juncture for…

CVC Capital Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Leading Indie Distributor DistroKid, Signaling Major Industry Shift

Private capital behemoth CVC Capital Partners has officially acquired a majority stake in DistroKid, the prominent independent music distribution platform, the companies jointly announced on Monday, July 6. While the…

Billboard Pro Unveils Definitive Global Music Industry Events Calendar, Consolidating Key Business Gatherings for Professionals

In a significant expansion of its services tailored for the music industry, Billboard Pro has officially launched a comprehensive, curated events calendar designed to be the definitive resource for professionals…

Taylor Swift Prevails in Copyright Lawsuit as Judge Dismisses Poet’s "Absurd" Claims

Taylor Swift has successfully concluded a protracted legal battle, with a federal judge definitively rejecting a copyright infringement lawsuit brought by a self-published Florida poet. The ruling, issued on Monday,…

Fonseca Signs With WME for Worldwide Booking: ‘Is Very Important for My Career’

A Strategic Reconnection: WME’s Role in Global Artist Development The re-establishment of Fonseca’s partnership with WME (William Morris Endeavor) is a testament to his sustained relevance and the agency’s strategic…

Warner Records Partners With Sickamore’s Three Times LOUDER

Warner Records has officially announced a groundbreaking strategic partnership with renowned music executive Randall "Sickamore" Medford and his influential, culture-forward imprint, three times LOUDER. The alliance, exclusively reported by Billboard…

Blake Duncan and Scott Hendricks Launch TAYCAN Entertainment, Signaling Major Shifts in Music Industry Leadership

The music industry’s executive landscape is undergoing significant transformation this week, marked by the high-profile launch of TAYCAN Entertainment, a new independent music publishing and A&R company co-founded by industry…

Scooter Braun Departs HYBE Board of Directors, Transitioning to Senior Advisory Role Amidst Evolving Corporate Structure and Strategic Focus

Scooter Braun, a prominent figure in the global music industry, has officially stepped down from his position on HYBE’s board of directors, a development confirmed by Billboard. This strategic shift…