Live Nation Antitrust Trial Resumes as States Seek Breakup, CEO Michael Rapino Testifies
The landmark antitrust trial against Live Nation, the global live entertainment behemoth and parent company of Ticketmaster, recommenced this week after a surprising partial settlement with the Department of Justice…
Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters Film Sparks Speculation of Ambitious Global Live Tour
Reports are swirling that Netflix may take its breakout animated film, KPop Demon Hunters, on the road for a global live tour, a possibility that would undoubtedly ignite the live…
Jury Sides with Chance the Rapper Against Former Manager Pat Corcoran in High-Stakes Contract Dispute, Awards Minimal Damages in Countersuit
A Chicago jury has delivered a decisive verdict, rejecting the substantial legal claims brought against Grammy-winning artist Chance the Rapper by his longtime manager, Pat Corcoran, known professionally as Pat…
Justin Timberlake Reaches Settlement Allowing Partial Release of Hamptons DWI Arrest Bodycam Footage
International music icon Justin Timberlake has reached a legal settlement with the Sag Harbor Village Police Department, agreeing to the release of redacted portions of officer bodycam footage from his…
Miss Monique Joins Bridges for Music IMS Ibiza Cycle Challenge 2026 to Support Under-Served Communities in Global Music Industry
Ukrainian DJ and producer Miss Monique has officially confirmed her participation in the third annual IMS Ibiza Cycle challenge, a prominent charity initiative organized by Bridges for Music in partnership…
In Canada: Ontario Government Wants to Ban Resale Tickets That Exceed Face Value
The Canadian cultural landscape is currently experiencing a dynamic period, marked by significant legislative action to protect consumers, sustained economic growth in the recorded music sector, and a proactive engagement…
Afroman Secures Landmark First Amendment Victory Against Ohio Deputies in Defamation Lawsuit
Recording artist Afroman, born Joseph Foreman, has achieved a significant legal triumph, securing a unanimous jury verdict in his favor against a group of Ohio sheriff’s deputies who had accused…
ElevenLabs Launches AI Music Marketplace, Paving New Pathways for Creator Monetization in the Generative Audio Economy
ElevenLabs, a trailblazing company at the forefront of generative artificial intelligence for audio, announced on Thursday, March 19, the official launch of its innovative Music Marketplace, a pioneering platform designed…
North Carolina Musician Michael Smith Pleads Guilty in Landmark $8 Million AI Streaming Fraud Case, Faces Up To Five Years In Prison
A North Carolina musician, Michael Smith, 54, has admitted guilt to orchestrating an elaborate scheme to siphon $8 million in music royalties through billions of fabricated streams of AI-generated music,…
Billboard Pro Launches Definitive Global Music Industry Events Calendar
In a significant move poised to revolutionize how music professionals navigate the complex landscape of industry gatherings, Billboard Pro has officially unveiled its comprehensive music industry events calendar. This new…
















