Salt-N-Pepa Reignite Landmark Copyright Battle Against Universal Music Group, Challenging Industry Norms on Artist Ownership

The pioneering hip-hop duo Salt-N-Pepa has initiated a high-stakes appeal, aiming to overturn a previous judicial dismissal of their copyright termination lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), the world’s largest…

Universal Music Latin America Unveils Executive Appointments for its ‘Next Phase of Evolution’ 

Universal Music Latin America, a pivotal division of Universal Music Group (UMG), announced on Tuesday, March 31, a series of strategic executive appointments designed to further consolidate its leadership in…

Taylor Swift Faces Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Over ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Album Merchandise From Las Vegas Entertainer Maren Wade

Las Vegas-based entertainer Maren Wade has initiated a trademark infringement lawsuit against global music icon Taylor Swift, alleging that Swift’s latest record-breaking album, The Life of a Showgirl, and its…

Federal Judge Advances MTV’s Trademark Lawsuit Against Zeus Network Over Nick Cannon’s ‘Bad vs. Wild’ Show.

A federal judge has refused to dismiss key aspects of MTV’s lawsuit, allowing claims that streamer Zeus Network’s program, Bad vs. Wild, infringes on trademarks belonging to the long-running hip-hop…

Cardi B Secures Dismissal of Copyright Lawsuit Over Hit Single "Enough (Miami)"

A federal judge has definitively thrown out a two-year-long copyright infringement lawsuit targeting Grammy-winning artist Cardi B (Belcalis Almanzar) over her 2024 hit single, "Enough (Miami)." The ruling, issued on…

Ronaldinho Launches Tu Música Label, Seeks Artists for Inaugural World Cup Album

Brazilian soccer icon Ronaldinho has officially inaugurated a groundbreaking new chapter in the entertainment industry with the launch of Tu Música, his highly anticipated music label. The venture, exclusively announced…

Vans Warped Tour Returns in 2026, Championing Artist Development and a Fan-First Ethos on an Expanded Global Stage

Three decades after its groundbreaking debut, the Vans Warped Tour is set to make its most ambitious return yet in 2026, expanding its footprint across five two-day U.S. festivals in…

A Comprehensive Global Hub: Billboard Pro Launches Definitive Music Industry Events Calendar

Billboard Pro, the premium subscription service of the iconic music industry publication, has officially launched its highly anticipated music industry events calendar, solidifying its position as the preeminent resource for…

In Canada: Billboard Canada Opens Power Players 2026 Nominations

The Canadian music industry finds itself at a dynamic crossroads, marked by significant executive recognition, substantial growth in artist streaming revenues, and increasing international trade tensions. As Billboard Canada prepares…

Major Music Labels Employ Unprecedented Tactic, Buying Defendant to Challenge Landmark Global Copyright Ruling at Supreme Court

In an extraordinary legal maneuver set to send shockwaves through the global music industry, the three major music companies—Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, and Sony Music Entertainment—alongside BMG, have…