Washington D.C. Enacts Landmark RESALE Act to Revolutionize Concert Ticketing

The District of Columbia Council has officially passed one of the most comprehensive ticketing regulation bills in the United States, a move poised to significantly reshape the live entertainment landscape…

High-Profile Hip-Hop Artists and Labels Face Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Over Alleged Uncleared Funk Samples

A new copyright infringement lawsuit, filed on Tuesday, July 14, has cast a spotlight on the intricate and often contentious landscape of music sampling, ensnaring a constellation of prominent hip-hop…

Dan Nevin Appointed Vice President, Industry Relations at Merlin, Spearheading Global Independent Music Advocacy and Growth

LONDON, U.K. – Dan Nevin has been appointed to the newly created position of Vice President, Industry Relations at Merlin, the global digital rights agency for the independent music sector.…

BTS ‘Swim’ Lawsuit, Bad Bunny Ruling, StubHub Class Action & More Top Music Law News

The music industry’s legal landscape saw significant activity this week, with K-pop powerhouse HYBE taking center stage as it became embroiled in two distinct copyright infringement lawsuits concerning tracks by…

Boosie Badazz Files Legal Action After Paying $600K in Failed Effort at Trump Pardon: Report

The Genesis of the Legal Dispute: A Failed Pardon Bid The arbitration case, filed in March, centers on a retainer agreement between Boosie Badazz and the lobbying duo, through which…

Billboard Pro Unveils Definitive Global Music Industry Events Calendar, Bolstering Professional Connectivity and Strategic Planning

In a significant expansion of its services dedicated to the music industry and its myriad creators, Billboard Pro has officially launched a comprehensive music industry events calendar for its readership.…

UK Government Unveils Expanded £45 Million Music Growth Package, Tapping Ed Sheeran Foundation for Key Initiative

The United Kingdom government has announced a significantly expanded Music Growth Package, committing £45 million (approximately $60 million USD) to stimulate the nation’s vibrant music industry. This substantial investment, an…

Executive Turntable: Believe Unveils New Unified Structure; Suno Hires Marketing & Music Biz Development Execs

Paris, France – Believe, a leading global digital music company, has announced a significant restructuring of its executive leadership, appointing Romain Becker as the company’s new Group Chief Operating Officer…

In Canada: Angine de Poitrine, Peaches & More Make the Polaris Music Prize 2026 Short List

The Canadian cultural landscape is buzzing with significant developments across music and entertainment, as the Polaris Music Prize announces its highly anticipated 2026 short list, Billboard Canada opens nominations for…

Sir Anthony Hopkins Set to Unveil Classical Album Debut Life Is a Dream with Decca Classics This August

Celebrated Oscar-winning actor Sir Anthony Hopkins is poised to make a significant entry into the classical music world with the release of his debut full-length album, Life Is a Dream,…