Social Media Influencer Gabriela Gonzalez Charged in Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot Against Jack Avery, Former Why Don’t We Member

Gabriela Lauren Gonzalez, a prominent social media influencer who shares a seven-year-old daughter with former Why Don’t We band member Jack Avery, has been arrested and formally charged with orchestrating…

Signed: Tash Sultana Inks Record Deal With BMG; Dexys Midnight Runners Make Heavenly Pact

The global music industry witnessed significant movement this week, with major recording agreements announced for two artists at different stages of their careers: Australian sensation Tash Sultana has inked a…

Skyrocketing Fuel Prices Ignite Crisis in Live Music Touring Industry

Just when Whitney Smith felt she’d finally gotten a handle on touring costs in the post-COVID landscape, skyrocketing fuel prices threw everything back into disarray, plunging the live music industry…

Universal Music Group Navigates Dynamic Market with Strategic Focus on High-Growth Divisions and Enhanced Transparency

Universal Music Group (UMG) is strategically positioning itself for sustained growth by emphasizing faster-growing, albeit sometimes lower-margin, divisions such as Virgin Music Group, physical distribution, and publishing, which are currently…

Spanish Society of Authors and Publishers (SGAE) Achieves Historic €393 Million Revenue in 2025, Fueled by Live Music Boom and Digital Growth

The Spanish Society of Authors and Publishers (SGAE) proudly concluded 2025 with an unprecedented financial performance, reporting the highest revenue in its distinguished history: a staggering €393 million (approximately $457…

Nonlinear Labs Unveils C25: A Bold Evolution in Digital Instrument Design Amidst Industry Consolidation

The world of digital music production is in a state of flux. Coinciding with the significant announcement of InMusic’s acquisition of Native Instruments, Stephan Schmitt, the visionary founder of Native…

The Post-Pandemic Live Music Market Faces a Correction: Rising Costs and Shifting Fan Behavior Lead to Tour Cancellations and Economic Uncertainty

For seasoned tour and production manager Kimberly Curry, the past year has marked an unexpected deceleration in the vibrant post-pandemic live music resurgence. Conversations with peers across the industry reveal…

Shaboozey Offers Candid Glimpse into Personal Life and Industry Connections at Star-Studded ACM Awards 2026, Discussing Camaraderie with Jelly Roll

The Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards 2026, a beacon for excellence in country music, once again served as a dynamic nexus for artists, industry professionals, and fans alike. Amidst…

Richard Gottehrer: A Pioneer’s Enduring Legacy Across Music’s Evolving Landscape

Richard Gottehrer, a towering figure whose influence spans over six decades of music history, stands as a testament to innovation and artistic foresight, from co-founding the global independent distribution powerhouse…

Jermaine Jackson Ordered to Pay $6.5 Million in Default Judgment for 1988 Sexual Assault Allegation

Jermaine Jackson, the acclaimed musician and former member of the iconic Jackson 5, has been ordered to pay a substantial sum of $6.5 million in a default judgment following allegations…