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 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
August 2, 2023 – Music Biz Member WMX Releases Emerging Artist Documentary Series On YouTube & Roku
Warner Music’s WMX has launched a new documentary series titled “Time With…,” that follows the daily lives, struggles and career navigation of young emerging artists. In each episode, WMX follows one featured artist to document a live show, a special event, or time spent at home, giving viewers a sense of their professional and personal lives. Season One of the series will feature artists KAMAUU, Catie Turner, OMB Peezy, Benson Boone, Meet Me @ The Altar,... Read More
August 1, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Music Strikes Global Administration Deal With Imagine Dragons
Warner Chappell has struck a global administration deal with Las Vegas-based band, Imagine Dragons. Since they arrived on the scene in 2008, the four-piece act has earned more than 74 million album equivalents and generated over 160 billion streams. “For more than ten years, Imagine Dragons has not only reached but maintained global stardom and connected with fans on a universal level,” said Warner Chappell Co-Chair and CEO Guy Moot as well as Co-Chair and COO Carianne Marshall in a joint comment.... Read More
August 1, 2023 – Music Biz Member Amazon Music Expands Step Up Fund Initiative To Support 12 Artists In 2023
Amazon Music and the Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) have announced the return of their Step Up Fund in 2023, an initiative that assists independent artists by helping them overcome financial hurdles and supporting their creative endeavors. This year, the fund has expanded to support 12 artists, who were chosen by a panel of industry experts to receive grants up to £8,000,a one-year membership with the FAC, a 12-month subscription to Amazon Music, an Echo Device, and content creation opportunities.... Read More
July 31, 2023 – Music Biz Member Downtown Music Publishing Signs Singer-Songwriter Raja Kumari
Downtown Music Publishing has signed a new deal with GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter and rapper, Raja Kumari. The new deal covers administration of Kumari’s debut album “The Bridge” and all future writing credits. Downtown will work with Kumari and her management team, Charles Chavez of Latium Entertainment and Aroop Sanakkayala of Roopster Entertainment. “Raja Kumari is a ubiquitous voice in music and at the forefront of the global music industry,” said Bea Koramblyum, Global Head of Business Affairs,... Read More
