Member Updates
Music Biz broadcasts the latest announcements from around our community on our social feeds as our member companies continue to push the industry forward. If you are launching a new product, have been featured in an industry trade publication, or have a major announcement coming soon, we’d love to help spread the word — share it with Henryk Bik, Music Biz’s Communications & Content Manager, at henryk.bik@musicbiz.org.
NEW FOR 2024 Music Biz’s member news will be shared exclusively on our social channels, as the Member Updates section of our website is set to go offline later this year.
September 5, 2023 – Music Biz Member TuneCore Germany Strikes Dolby Atmos Production Partnership with ThreeDee Music
TuneCore Germany and production company, ThreeDee Music Ltd. have struck a partnership for Dolby Atmos spatial audio productions. Per the partnership, TuneCore artists will gain access to physical studios for them to produce and publish their songs in Dolby Atmos through Apple Music. “We firmly believe that independent artists should have access to the latest technologies to present their music on the highest level possible,” said Colin Eger, Head of TuneCore Germany. “Through our collaboration with ThreeDee Music,... Read More
September 5, 2023 – Music Biz Member UMPG Partners With The Bob Dylan Center To Launch Inaugural Bob Dylan Center Songwriter Fellowship
Universal Music Publishing Group and the Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa, OK have launched the Bob Dylan Center Songwriter Fellowship to mentor and develop aspiring songwriters. A panel of global artists will select two fellowship honorees, who will each receive a $40,000 project stipend, public engagement & presentation opportunities, dedicated time to study Dylan’s creative process in the Center’s Bob Dylan’s Archive, and roundtrip airfare to Tulsa with accommodations. The two recipients can also benefit from mentorship from UMPG songwriters &... Read More
September 1, 2023 – Music Biz Member BMG Promotes Anthony Abner To Global General Counsel
International music company, BMG has appointed long-time Business & Legal Affairs executive Anthony Abner to Global General Counsel, EVP, Business & Legal Affairs. In his new role, he will serve as the company’s most senior attorney, counseling BMG senior management and overseeing the company’s global legal teams. Prior to joining BMG, Abner held senior executive positions at PMP Records and Loud Records, as well as senior attorney roles with music law firms Lenard & Gonzalez and Davis Shapiro Lewit Montone &... Read More
August 31, 2023 – Music Biz Member Primary Wave Strikes Acquisition Deal With Styx’s Dennis DeYoung
Independent music publisher, Primary Wave has struck a music rights deal with Dennis DeYoung, founding member of the Rock band Styx.. Per the new deal, Primary Wave will acquire the music publishing catalog rights for majority of DeYoung’s compositions and master recording rights for recordings featuring DeYoung’s performances. The acquisition will cover many of Styx’s top songs including “Babe,” “Lady,” “The Best of Times” and “Come Sail Away.” “We couldn’t be happier to welcome Dennis into the Primary Wave family,” said Larry Mestel,... Read More
August 30, 2023 – Music Biz Members Warner Music Canada & Warner Music India Launch 91 North Records
Warner Music Group’s Canadian and Indian divisions have partnered to launch 91 NORTH RECORDS, a new joint venture aimed at supporting artists of South Asian heritage. The label will be led by artist and producer Ikky, who will serve as Creative Director. Since its launch, 91 NORTH RECORDS has signed Canadian-based Punjabi stars Karan Aujla and Jonita Gandhi. Both artists will work closely with Ikky and 91’s A&R Director, Charlie B. “There is an incredible new generation of talent rising,... Read More
August 29, 2023 – Music Biz Member Syntax Creative Strikes Partnership With Turnberry Records
Independent digital distributor, Syntax Creative has struck a new partnership with Turnberry Records, an artist-focused label based in Rancho Mirage, California. The partnership will further expand the reach and following of Tuneberry’s roster of artists. “Helping artists cultivate a strong following is at the core of what we do,” said Erin Moorman, Marketing Coordinator at Syntax Creative. “We’re thrilled to have the privilege to serve Turnberry and their artists in this way.” Click here to read more from Syntax Creative’s blog.... Read More
August 29, 2023 – Music Biz Members YouTube And Universal Music Group Launch AI Music Incubator Initiative
Video streaming platform, YouTube has partnered with Universal Music Group to launch the “AI Music Incubator,” a new initiative giving artists & producers the opportunity to research and offer feedback on a suite of creative AI tools. The cohort was developed to allow artists to have input on the development and refinement of AI tools, ensuring that they promote human creativity and maximizing the benefits they have for creative professionals. Artists participating in this program include Anitta,... Read More
August 28, 2023 – Music Biz Members One Music Global Publishing and The Orchard Enter Strategic Partnership
One Music Global Publishing has signed onto a strategic partnership with The Orchard Publishing to represent its distinguished portfolio of top Latin Christian songwriters. Per the partnership, One Music Global Publishing’s roster of artists & composers will stand to benefit from the protection of their work and opportunities for their catalogs to earn more revenue.. “Our priority and vision here at One Music is that our songwriters can have their catalogs well protected, well managed and get the best deal possible for them so that they can continue to build their legacy within the music industry,” said Joan Bonilla,... Read More
August 28, 2023 – Music Biz Member Record Store Day UK Launches 2023 Edition of RSD Unsigned Competition
Record Store Day UK organizers have partnered with Breed Media to launch the 2023 edition of the RSD Unsigned competition, which will provide a rising independent artist with a pressing of 500 records on more sustainably sourced bio-vinyl. To enter, emerging artists must post a two-minute snippet of an original song onto TikTok or Youtube using the #RSDUnsigned hashtag by October 16th. The winner will be selected by a panel of prominent music industry executives, and will receive an invitation to a mastering session at Abbey Road Studios. ... Read More
August 25, 2023 – Music Biz Member Concord Signs Acquisition Deal With Plain White T’s Songwriter Tom Higgenson
Concord Music Publishing has signed an acquisition agreement with Plain White T’s songwriter and frontman, Tom Higgenson for a portion of the singer’s music publishing catalog. The deal includes the global Pop hit, “Hey There Delilah,” along with other notable tracks including “A Lonely September,” “Take Me Away,” and “Radios in Heaven.” The acquisition builds on a previous partnership between the band and Concord’s Fearless Records, who will release the Plain White T’s upcoming album. “Working directly with Tom on this deal has been a great experience and moreover,... Read More
