Daily News & Analysis Feeds - 2023
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April 3, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Music Entertainment Announces “DEVO” Documentary
Warner Music Entertainment has announced a partnership with BMG and Fremantle Documentaries to release “DEVO,” the first full-length, fully authorized documentary about the New Wave band. Warner, BMG and Freemantle will serve as executive producers and financiers of the film, with all rights available worldwide. The documentary will chronicle the band’s story from their formation… Read More
May 17, 2023 – Music Business Association Announces 2023 Bizzy Awards Finalists
Winners will be announced during the Association’s Awards Dinner — sponsored by The LSS Group at RBC Wealth Management — on Wednesday, May 17 March 30, 2023 — The Music Business Association (Music Biz) today announces the finalists for the organization’s second annual Bizzy Awards program, hosted by Noelle Scaggs (Fitz and the Tantrums, Elektra solo recording… Read More
March 31, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Renews Deal With MAG
Warner Chappell Music has renewed its global publishing partnership with producer MAG. Throughout his career, MAG has also worked with artists including Rauw Alejandro, Eladio Carrion, Arćangel, Bebe Rexha, Imagine Dragons, Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato. Most recently, MAG was accredited for his production of 15 of the 23 tracks on Bad Bunny’s blockbuster album,… Read More
March 31, 2023 – Music Biz Member Concord Signs Caleb Chapman From Indie Rock Band, Colony House
Concord Music Publishing has announced its signing of singer/songwriter Caleb Chapman from Indie Rock band, Colony House. The co-publishing agreement will include all of Chapman’s future works. “We are so excited to bring Caleb on to the Concord roster,” said Melissa Spillman, VP A&R at Concord Music Publishing in Nashville. “His artistry and vision to… Read More
March 30, 2023 – Music Biz Member Amazon Launches “Curved” Performance Series
Amazon Music has debuted Curved, a series of performances recorded at the new Amazon Music Content Studios. The series will feature cinematic intimate performances that will emulate the atmosphere of an authentic in-person show. Curved’s latest installment showcases performer Beabadoobee who performed her Amazon Original version of “Glue Song,” accompanied by a children’s choir and… Read More
March 29, 2023 – Music Biz Member TikTok Named Entertainment Partner For Eurovision Song Contest 2023
The European Broadcasting Union has appointed TikTok as the official entertainment partner for the Eurovision Song Contest 2023. As the official entertainment partner, TikTok will feature specially created livestreams, exclusive in-app performances, music playlists and behind the scenes content. Currently, the short-form video platform has registered more than 7.8 billion video views for the hashtag… Read More
March 29, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Music Czech Republic Invests In Hip-Hop Label, Mike Roft
Warner Music Czech Republic has renewed its partnership and invested in Hip Hop label, Mike Roft. The label was founded in 2018 and has developed what Warner Music calls a, “…core roster of six culturally important and commercially successful artists.” Per the agreement, Warner Music will become the sole distributor for all of Mike Roft’s… Read More
March 28, 2023 – The Future Of What Episode #205 — BE THE CHANGE Gender Equality Study, Pt. 2
Released on International Women’s Day 2023, the 3rd iteration of the BE THE CHANGE study showcases the perspectives of more than 1,500 music industry professionals across 100+ countries on how gender discrimination is both experienced and perceived across the music industry. We continue our coverage of the BE THE CHANGE study by talking with TuneCore… Listen
March 28, 2023 – Music Biz Member Syntax Creative Partners With Soldier Sound Records
Syntax Creative has announced a new deal with Soldier Sound Records to promote the label’s artist roster. Nashville-based veteran emcees Pettidee & Knowdaverbs, collectively known as Village KNG, are the first recruits of the new venture. The duo’s first two singles, “Harriet Tubman” and “Forward Motion,” are available now; single “Afro Frontier” is set for… Read More
March 27, 2023 – Music Biz Member RoyFi Partners With Beatroot Music To Accelerate Access To Royalty Advances
RoyFi has partnered with independent music distributor, Beatroot Music (part of Music Biz member, Made in Memphis’ family of companies) to provide its musicians, producers and songwriters access to advance royalty funding. Per the agreement, RoyFi will offer Beatroot’s qualified artists an advance funding amount while maintaining 100% ownership and control of their rights. Beneficiaries… Read More
