Daily News & Analysis Feeds - 2023
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March 24, 2023 – Music Biz Member Syntax Creative Announces Partnership With 615 Hideaway Records
Syntax Creative has announced its partnership with Nashville based Bluegrass labels, 615 Hideaway Records and Man-Do-Lin Productions.The partners have since released “Red Rover” by Audie Blaylock & Redline and “Goodbye To The Blues” by David Parmley. “Syntax Creative is our natural home,” said Sammy Passamano III, 615 Hideaway CEO. “They have incredible knowledge and years… Read More
March 24, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Music Partners with Limited Edition Music To Sign Alternative Songwriters
Warner Chappell Music has partnered with Limited Edition Music, LLC to sign and develop upcoming songwriters in the Alternative Rock, Pop, and Country genre. Alternative Pop/Rock singer/songwriter, Emmyn Callerio and rising Country artist, Bailey Callahan are the first signings of the partnership. WCM’s SVP of A&R and Catalog, Greg Sowders will lead Limited Edition Music… Read More
March 23, 2023 – Music Biz Member Universal Music Group Appoints Michelle Teh As SVP, Global Classics & Jazz
Universal Music Group has appointed Michelle Teh as the company’s new SVP for its Global Classics and Jazz division. With more than 20 years of industry experience, Teh has worked on international marketing campaigns for numerous artists including Andrea Bocelli, Ólafur Arnalds, Alice Sara Ott, Billie Eilish, Sam Smith and The Weeknd. Prior to joining… Read More
March 21, 2023 – Kobalt Music Founder and Chairman Willard Ahdritz To Keynote Music Biz 2023
PLUS: Music Biz confirms first 100+ speakers across 4-day educational program March 21, 2023 — The Music Business Association (Music Biz) today announces that Kobalt Founder & Chairman, Willard Ahdritz will participate in a keynote conversation on Tuesday, May 16th during the organization’s upcoming Music Biz 2023 conference, to be held May 15 – 18,… Read More
March 22, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Records Launches Dance Label, Major Recordings
Warner Records has launched its first-ever flagship Electronic Dance music label, named Major Recordings. The new label will discover, sign and develop top talent across the Electronic Dance community. Since the launch, Major Recordings has partnered with the London-based Parlophone Dance music imprint, FFRR to sign rising Dance duo, PARISI. The label is led by… Read More
March 21, 2023 – Music Biz Member Spotify Announces Upcoming Platform Features Debuting In 2023
Earlier this month, Spotify announced the streaming platform’s expected updates this coming year at the company’s annual Stream On event held in Los Angeles, CA. The company is set to roll out a new homepage redesign, along with three categories of platform updates including Discovery by Listeners, Tools for Musicians, and Podcasts. To help users… Read More
March 20, 2023 – Music Biz Member Apple Announces Classical Music App Launch For March 28th
Apple has announced the company’s Classical music streaming app, Apple Music Classical,is set to launch on Tuesday, March 28th. At no additional cost, Apple Music subscribers will be able to search an extensive Classical music library by composer, work, conductor, and catalog number. According to Apple, the service’s audio will play in up to 192kHz/24… Read More
March 17, 2023 – Music Biz Member The Orchard Acquires Dance & Electronic Music Distributor, Above Board
Sony Music’s The Orchard has announced the acquisition of Dance and Electronic music distribution and label services company, Above Board. Per the agreement, Above Board’s roster of artists will have access to The Orchard’s global distribution, artist and label services. Dan Hill, Founder and Managing Director of Above Board will report to Ian Dutt, Managing… Read More
March 17, 2023 – Music Biz Member Secretly Distribution Signs Global Distribution Deal With Chrysalis
Secretly Distribution has formed a global distribution deal with Chrysalis Records that will cover all physical and digital distribution for all the label’s upcoming frontline releases. To mark the new partnership, both companies have planned a joint global release for Nick Drake’s reimagined album, “The Endless Coloured Ways – The Songs of Nick Drake.” “I… Read More
March 16, 2023 – Music Biz Member Qobuz Launches Qobuz Club Online Community For Audiophiles & Music Lovers
Music streaming and download service, Qobuz has launched Qobuz Club, a new community platform dedicated to connecting global audiophiles and music lovers. The forum will allow users to interact with like-minded listeners on topics including music discovery, recommendations, hardware and Hi-Fi advice. The platform also features Qobuz News, Music Clubs, Hi-Fi Spaces and a discussion… Read More
