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.
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August 10, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Music Signs Publishing Deal With Jazz Star Laufey
Warner Chappell Music has signed a global publishing deal with up-and-coming Jazz artist, Laufey. At over 8 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone, The Los Angeles-based composer, singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist has peaked at No.1 on Spotify’s Jazz Chart. Under the new deal, Laufey will release her new sophomore album, “Bewitched,” on September 8th via AWAL. “At Warner Chappell, we pride ourselves on working with the most talented storytellers in the world, so Laufey is the perfect addition to our roster,” said Gabz Landman,... Read More
August 10, 2023 – Music Biz Member Amazon Music Launches Merch Integration Partnership With Bandsintown
Amazon Music has partnered with global content discovery platform, Bandsintown to release a new merch integration feature that will allow artists to sell merch ranging from physical music products to apparel via a profile integrated into the Bandsintown website and app. Per the partnership, over 590,000 registered acts on Bandsintown For Artists will be able to promote merch from the Amazon Music Artist Merch Shop on Bandsintown’s platform. “Amazon Music and Bandsintown are coming together to make it even easier for fans to find merch from their favourite artists,” said Sean McMullan,... Read More
August 9, 2023 – Music Biz Member Meta Launches AudioCraft Open-Source Generative AI Bundle For Audio
Meta has released an open-source AI kit that combines three generative AI models for creating audio from text descriptions. AudioGen and MusicGen allow users to produce sound effects and music based on existing AI models, respectively, while EnCodec can be leveraged to compress sounds in higher quality. Meta characterizes AudioCraft as “…a way to make generative AI audio simpler and more accessible.” The tech firm’s rollout of the kit gives professionals and researchers the option to train the models using their own data,... Read More
August 8, 2023 – Music Biz Member Bandcamp Launches Listening Party Feature For Online Listening Events
Music distribution platform, Bandcamp has launched Listening Parties, a new feature intended for artists to host online listening events with fans to chat and listen to their latest album together in real time. During the event, fans can ask the artist questions, share reactions, and purchase or pre-order the album in all available formats. Artists can host a free Listening Party event via Bandcamp’s platform for any occasion, from driving album pre-order numbers, celebrating a new album release date,... Read More
August 7, 2023 – Music Biz Member Moises Announces AI-Generated Voice Synthesis Detection & Creation Features
Music AI company, Moises has launched two new AI-powered features that allows artists, labels and entertainment professionals to detect and create instances of AI-generated voice synthesis. The voice detection tool can be used by artists and rightsholders to identify tracks with AI-generated vocal tracks, to flag any improper or fraudulent use of an artist’s likeness in a newly published songs. The voice replication tool can help artists and rightsholders collaborate with producers by providing them with secure access to artist voice models,... Read More
August 7, 2023 – Music Biz Member Syntax Creative Strikes New Deal With Cindy Morgan’s Roho Records
Independent digital distributor, Syntax Creative has struck a new partnership with Roho Records, founded by GRAMMY-nominated and thirteen-time Dove Award winning songwriter, Cindy Morgan. The partnership will build upon the songwriter’s career by releasing new music and telling stories that connect with both established fans and new audiences alike. Morgan’s upcoming album, “The Sounds of Jubilee,” is being led by a series of singles including “Jubilee,” available now and “TAME,” available August 11th. “Cindy is a wellspring of creativity,” said Syntax Creative CEO,... Read More
August 4, 2023 – Music Biz Member Sony Music Partners With Digital Catapult For FutureScope Black Founders Programme
Sony Music UK and innovation agency, Digital Catapult have unveiled the 2023 cohort of digital-first startups participating in the annual FutureScope Black Founders Programme. Over the course of 16 weeks, the initiative will provide up to 10 Black startup founders in the digital entertainment space with support through mentorship, masterclasses and workshops that will promote their investment readiness. Startups supported by the program include Cashblack, Deya, Flossy, Happening Ltd, Korda, Loud Parade, Musircle, Nyangibo Gallery, Stories &... Read More
August 3, 2023 – Music Biz Members Songtradr and Twitch Partner To Offer Licensed Music For Streamers
Music licensing platform, Songtradr has partnered with live streaming platform, Twitch to offer pre-cleared, licensed music to the platform’s streamers. Per the collaboration, streamers will receive three months of premium access to Pretzel, Songtradr’s licensed music service for streamers with 550,000 Twitch safe tracks, to enhance their streaming experience without fear of copyright strikes. Pretzel offers a desktop app and Stream Deck integration, making it easier for Twitch streamers to integrate music into their live streams.... Read More
August 3, 2023 – Music Biz Member AMPED Distribution Receives 20 Nominations at 2023 International Bluegrass Music Awards
AMPED Distribution, the independent distribution arm of Alliance Entertainment, has received 20 nominations across its roster of artists and labels at the 2023 International Bluegrass Music Awards. AMPED artists and labels will be recognized as finalists for awards including Entertainer of the Year, Album of the Year, Instrumental Group of the Year, Instrumental Recording of the Year, Collaborative Recording of the Year, Gospel Recording of the Year, and Male Vocalist of the Year. Winners of the 2023 International Bluegrass Music Awards will be recognized at a special ceremony on September 28,... Read More
August 2, 2023 – Music Biz Member Viberate Launches “Viberate For Artists” Hub For Independent Artists
Music data company, Viberate has launched a hub for independent artists named “Viberate for Artists,” which provides artists a full set of tools to help grow their careers on their own terms. The platform’s offerings include music distribution of all major streaming platforms & digital stores, booking & promotion features, a free onesheet tool, professional analytics covering streaming & social media channels, and an opportunity for musicians to get an advance of up to $1 million while keeping all of their rights.... Read More
