The Dynamic Landscape of Canadian Music: Price Hikes, Cultural Sovereignty, and Superstar Spectacles

The Canadian music industry finds itself at a pivotal juncture, navigating significant shifts in streaming economics, robust advocacy for local talent, and the continued global influence of its biggest stars.…

Kodak Black Arrested on Fleeing and Resisting Charges, Marking Second Detention in Less Than a Month

Rapper Kodak Black, whose legal name is Bill Kapri, was taken into custody on Thursday, May 14, facing charges of fleeing law enforcement and resisting an officer without violence. This…

Zipangu Festival Unveils Exclusive Sung Kang, Forza Horizon 6, and UPRISERS LAB Fashion Collaboration at Inaugural Rose Bowl Event.

Fans attending the inaugural Zipangu festival at the iconic Rose Bowl this Saturday will have the unprecedented opportunity to enter and win an exclusive fashion collaboration that marries the worlds…

Brooklyn Storehouse, Premier Dance Music Venue in Brooklyn Navy Yard, to Close This Fall for Climate Infrastructure Redevelopment

Brooklyn Storehouse, the expansive 104,000-square-foot cultural and dance music venue situated within the historic Brooklyn Navy Yard, is slated to permanently close its doors this fall. A representative for the…

Russ Honored with NMPA Gold & Platinum Recognition for Extensive Songwriting Achievements at Music Biz Conference

Atlanta, GA – Russ, the multifaceted artist widely recognized for his eight-times-platinum single “Losin Control,” was formally celebrated for his profound achievements as a songwriter at the recently concluded Music…

Usher’s $700,000 Legal Claims Against Music Producer Bryan-Michael Cox Over Failed Atlanta Restaurant Move Forward

A Fulton County court judge has ruled that R&B icon Usher Raymond IV has presented sufficient legal claims to proceed with his lawsuit seeking to recover a $700,000 loan balance…

‘Who’s Better, Who’s Best’? Pete Townshend Partners With Primary Wave Music

The strategic alliance, formally announced on Thursday, May 14, signifies a significant move for the 80-year-old rock icon, entrusting Primary Wave with the "exploitation" – in the industry sense of…

BMG Secures Full Ownership of Jet’s Music Rights, Consolidating Publishing and Recordings Catalogs

SYDNEY, Australia – BMG, the independent music company, has announced the acquisition of the music publishing interests of Australian rock band Jet, effectively consolidating the ARIA Hall of Fame-inducted group’s…

Australian Dance Music Dominates Local and International Charts, Led by TMRW Music Group’s Strategic Prowess

SYDNEY, Australia – While considerable attention has been paid to the resurgence of country music, the enduring power of pop, and the steadfast presence of rock, it is dance music…

Billboard Pro Unveils Definitive Global Music Industry Events Calendar, Cementing Its Role as an Indispensable Resource for Professionals.

In a significant expansion of its offerings designed to empower the global music industry and its diverse ecosystem of creators, Billboard Pro has officially launched a comprehensive music industry events…