‘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…
Universal Music Group Deepens Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing with Strategic Partnerships
Universal Music Group (UMG), the world’s leading music company, has announced a significant expansion of its mental health and wellbeing initiatives, forging new strategic partnerships with Amber Health and Project…
GYRO.Group Fortifies Global Ambitions with Strategic APAC Leadership and Executive Appointments
BRISBANE, Australia – GYRO.Group, a prominent force in label services and digital distribution, is embarking on its next significant phase of global expansion and strategic growth, marked by a series…
Björn Bauer Appointed CFO of Newly Combined BMG and Concord Music Group
Björn Bauer has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the newly combined BMG and Concord, a significant development following the recent announcement of their merger, which is poised to…
Music and Entertainment Giants Report Robust Q1 Earnings Amidst Divergent Investor Reactions
The first quarter of 2026 saw the largest music and entertainment conglomerates deliver strong financial results, yet investor reception remained notably mixed, highlighting a complex landscape where top-line growth doesn’t…
IHeartMedia Navigates Complex Q1 2024 Landscape with Robust Podcast Growth Counterbalanced by Advertising Sector Softness and Looming Debt Obligations
iHeartMedia, the United States’ preeminent radio station and podcast distribution enterprise, reported a nearly 10% increase in total revenue, reaching $884 million for the first quarter of 2024. Despite this…
Guy Moot Becomes First Music Publisher to Receive Prestigious Music Industry Trusts Award for Decades of Industry Leadership and Songwriter Advocacy
Guy Moot, the esteemed Co-chair and CEO of Warner Chappell Music (WCM), has been officially named the recipient of the 2026 Music Industry Trusts Award (MITS), marking a historic moment…















