Music Sustainability Summit 2026 Convenes Industry Leaders in Los Angeles to Chart Actionable Path Towards a Greener Future

The third annual Music Sustainability Summit, held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Solotech Studios in Los Angeles, brought together hundreds of prominent figures from across the global music industry…

In Canada: SOCAN Reaches New Revenue Record in 2025, Plus the Death of a Beloved Vocal Producer

The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN) has announced a landmark achievement in its latest annual financial report, distributing a record high of $511.9 million to…

Taylor Swift’s Shadow Looms Large Over Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s High-Stakes ‘It Ends With Us’ Legal Battle

The contentious legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, co-stars and director of the highly anticipated film It Ends With Us, is set to escalate dramatically next month as…

How Rising Rock Bands Edgehill & Dexter and the Moonrocks Landed Their Biggest Chart Hits to Date

In a striking affirmation of astute leadership and a keen understanding of the contemporary music landscape, Steve "Stevo" Robertson, the visionary president of Severance Records, has been distinguished as Billboard‘s…

Donald K. Tarlton, Canadian Music Impresario Known as Donald K. Donald, Dies at 82

A towering figure in the Canadian music industry, Donald K. Tarlton, widely recognized by his professional moniker Donald K. Donald, has passed away at the age of 82. The news…

Laufey Renews Global Publishing Deal with Warner Chappell Music, Signaling Continued Ascent in Music and Beyond

Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey has officially renewed her global publishing agreement with Warner Chappell Music (WCM), solidifying a partnership that has propelled her to international acclaim and positioned her as a…

Historic Verdict Finds Live Nation and Ticketmaster in Violation of Antitrust Laws, Prompting Calls for Systemic Reform

Following a landmark verdict delivered on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, a federal jury found that concert giant Live Nation and its subsidiary, Ticketmaster, violated both federal and state antitrust laws,…

Federal Jury Finds Live Nation Operates Unlawful Monopoly, Setting Stage for Unprecedented Legal Remedies and Industry Restructuring

As the dust begins to settle on a landmark antitrust verdict, a New York jury has delivered a resounding condemnation of Live Nation, finding the entertainment giant operates an unlawful…

What’s the Future of Ye’s Touring Career?

Earlier this month, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, orchestrated two highly successful concert dates at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium on April 1 and 3, generating an astonishing…

Ella Langley Breaks Streaming Records With Sophomore Album Dandelion As She Opens Up About Spiritual Journey In New Single Speaking Terms

The country music industry witnessed a historic shift in streaming dynamics on April 10, 2026, as Ella Langley released her highly anticipated sophomore studio album, Dandelion. The project immediately ascended…