Alexi Cory-Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Bella Figura Music, Dies at 58.

The music industry is mourning the unexpected passing of Alexi Cory-Smith, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of the London-based catalog firm Bella Figura Music, and a distinguished former executive at…

Beyond The Music Festival Announces First Speakers, Featuring UK PM-in-Waiting Andy Burnham

Manchester’s highly anticipated Beyond The Music festival and conference has unveiled the initial lineup of speakers for its upcoming edition, prominently featuring Andy Burnham, the U.K. prime minister-in-waiting, among a…

Federal Judge Rules Jury Must Decide Originality of Reggaeton’s Dembow Rhythm in Landmark Copyright Case

A federal judge has ruled that only a jury can determine whether the iconic reggaeton dembow rhythm was invented by Jamaican production duo Steely & Clevie, deferring a decision in…

Gary Glitter Charged with Additional Counts of Child Sexual Abuse in Ongoing Legal Battle

Disgraced British glam rock star Gary Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, has been charged with additional counts of child sexual abuse in the United Kingdom, further extending a…

Acquisition of Ryuichi Sakamoto’s Illustrious Catalog Signals New Era of Legacy Management

The extensive and influential catalog of the late, visionary Japanese composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto has been acquired by a joint partnership between U.S.-based Exceleration Music and Japanese rights management…

David Vodicka Closes Media Arts Lawyers, Launches New Firm

MELBOURNE, Australia – In a pivotal development for the Australian and international music industries, esteemed legal veteran and independent music chief David Vodicka officially launched his new specialized practice, David…

Billboard Intensifies Scrutiny of Music Industry Legislation in the 119th Congress

Billboard, the venerable voice of the music industry, has announced a comprehensive initiative to meticulously track and analyze all federal legislation introduced in the 119th Congress that could potentially reshape…

T.I. and Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris Denied Punitive Damages in Fourth Trial Against MGA, Secure $18 Million in Landmark IP Case.

The latest chapter in a protracted legal saga between music industry power couple T.I. and Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris and toy manufacturing giant MGA Entertainment concluded on Wednesday, July 1, with…

2026’s Biggest Music Business Stories So Far: Live Nation, AI & Mergers

The initial six months of 2026 have undeniably carved out a period of profound shifts and unexpected developments within the music industry. From ambitious acquisition attempts that sent shockwaves through…

Breaking Wave Group Emerges as a Formidable New Force in Music Industry, Championing Artist-Centric Model

A formidable collective of seasoned music industry veterans, boasting unparalleled experience from leading positions at Warner Music Group and Island Records, has announced the official launch of Breaking Wave Group…