The Recorded Music Industry Wants Labels on AI Music. How Could That Work? (FAQ)

The Genesis of a Dilemma: AI’s Emergence in Music The impetus for this industry-wide initiative can be traced back to a pivotal moment in May 2023, with the viral release…

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…

IU and Byeon Woo Seok K-Drama Perfect Crown Faces Viral Backlash After Critic Labels It a Moving Photoshoot Not a Drama

The South Korean television industry, long celebrated for its intricate storytelling and high production values, is currently witnessing a polarized debate surrounding the latest high-profile series, Perfect Crown. Starring global…

Over 30 labels team up for Bandcamp fundraiser for Lebanon

Over 30 independent music labels have coalesced in a significant Bandcamp fundraiser, launching a concerted effort to provide critical humanitarian aid to displaced communities in Lebanon. This initiative comes amidst…

Spotify & the Major Labels Won a $322M Court Order Against Music Pirates. Will They Be Able to Collect?

A federal court has issued a default judgment totaling $322.2 million against the notorious "pirate library" Anna’s Archive, a significant legal victory for Spotify and three major record labels –…

Major Music Labels Employ Unprecedented Tactic, Buying Defendant to Challenge Landmark Global Copyright Ruling at Supreme Court

In an extraordinary legal maneuver set to send shockwaves through the global music industry, the three major music companies—Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, and Sony Music Entertainment—alongside BMG, have…

Tax Cheat or Legitimate Business? As More K-Pop Stars Launch Solo Labels, Regulators Crack Down

The South Korean entertainment industry is undergoing a profound structural transformation, as a growing number of established artists are opting to depart traditional major agencies in favor of launching their…