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.
November 16, 2022 – Music Biz Member Warner Music Group Invests In Anything World’s “Series Seed Plus” Funding Round
Warner Music Group has become an investor in AI-powered startup, Anything World. The 3D animation design platform raised $7.5 million during its recent “Series Seed Plus” funding round, which includes money contributed by the major label. Warner’s investment will help support Anything World’s recently launched high-fidelity animation system, its initiative to democratize 3D content creation and to further explore artificial intelligence and 3D worlds. “We’re thrilled to expand further the tools and opportunities we can provide to developers,... Read More
November 15, 2022 – Music Biz Member Symphonic Distribution Strikes Licensing Partnership with Pinterest
Symphonic Distribution has partnered with social media service, Pinterest, to add access to its music catalog on the social platform. Along with other labels and distributors, the licensing deal will help expand Pinterest’s video-focused “Idea pins” feature, which allows creators to add popular tracks from top artists to their video content. “Pinterest is one of the world’s most popular platforms,” said Jorge Brea, Founder & CEO of Symphonic. “For music to now be a legitimate and licensed component of the service will create a new and exciting way to consume,... Read More
November 15, 2022 – Music Biz Member Universal Music Canada Appoints Craig ‘Big C’ Mannix to VP, Black Music
Universal Music Canada has promoted Craig ‘Big C’ Mannix from Sr. Director, Urban Marketing to VP, Black Music. In his new role, Mannix will “…continue to quarterback UMC’s commitment to Black Music with an integrated approach to marketing and A&R,” according to the company. Through his work, Mannix aspires to “…directly shape and impact artist projects,” by signing and developing Black Canadian artists. Mannix will report to Jeffery Remedios, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Canada. ... Read More
November 14, 2022 – Music Biz Member Universal Music Strikes Exclusive Global Publishing Deal With China’s RYCE Publishing
Universal Music Publishing China has announced a new exclusive global publishing deal with China-based RYCE Publishing. Per the agreement, RYCEwill provide UMP China access to RYCE Entertainment’s catalog of more than 700 C-Pop and K-Pop songs. Administering hit songs such as Jackson Wang’s “100 Ways”, TFBOYS’ “Manual to Youth”, and Sitar Tan’s “Xiao Juan” will be UMP China’s responsibility to globally distribute. UMP China will also give RYCE’s writers and artists access to its global infrastructure as they work to expand RYCE Publishing’s roster for songwriters and producers.... Read More
November 11, 2022 – Music Biz Member Curve Royalty Systems Releases ‘Curve Lite’ Platform for Smaller Labels, Distributors & Publishers
Music technology company, Curve Royalty Systems has debuted a new version of its industry-acclaimed platform. Named Curve Lite, this iteration specifically caters to the needs of smaller music content owners and distributors. Replicated from Curve’s full royalty processing platform, the company says Curve Lite offers “…everything required to produce fast, accurate and professional royalty statements for artists and composers.” Independent record companies, music publishers and distributors can subscribe to the Curve Lite service at a starting price of £20 per month. ... Read More
November 11, 2022 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Launches Publishing Division with Moon Projects
Warner Chappell Music has partnered with label and creative agency, Moon Projects on launching a new publishing division for the company. Through this joint publishing venture, Warner Chappell Music will help Moon Projects, “…further its goal of supporting the artists and songwriters we love in an equitable and transparent way that encourages career longevity.” stated Mary Rahmani, Founder of Moon Projects. “Mary is bringing a new and fresh approach to the industry with Moon Project and this joint venture will expand those efforts even more,” said Rich Christina,... Read More
November 10, 2022 – Music Biz Member Symphonic Distribution Is Hiring — Manager, Brand Partnerships
Symphonic Distribution is a 100% independent music distribution and marketing company headquartered in downtown Tampa and with a strong presence in New York City, Nashville, and major music markets across the world. We focus on distributing, promoting and developing great independent music from artists, record labels and many more. Not only do we want to work with some prolific creators, we want to also work with creative, passionate, positive and forward thinking individuals. Maybe this is you?... Read More
November 10, 2022 – Music Biz Member FUGA Strikes Deal With Classical Music Company Naxos
B2B distributor, FUGA has formed a new partnership with Classical music company, Naxos Music Group. Per the agreement, FUGA will provide Naxos with digital distribution, marketing and royalty accounting services, as well as access to its trends and analytics platform. With over 50 owned record labels and 15 global offices, Naxos is FUGA’s latest addition to its base of more than 800 global clients including Better Noise Music, Beggars Group, Epitaph and Ninja Tune. “Naxos’s highly reputed global catalog and fierce dedication to both accessibility and innovation within classical music makes this a very exciting partnership,” Christiaan Kröner,... Read More
November 9, 2022 – Music Biz Member Sony Music Masterworks Acquires Majority Stake in Dubai-Based MAC Global
Sony Music Masterworks has obtained a majority stake in Dubai-based concert promotion, talent management, events and production company, MAC Global. Founded in 2014 by Rob McIntosh and Daniel Goldberg, MAC Global produces concerts across the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, India and Saudi Arabia. With this agreement, Sony Music Masterworks plans to further expand its presence in global live music & event production. Sony’s relationship with MAC Global serves as an advance in growing the company as a “…multifaceted worldwide entertainment business.” “We are thrilled to partner with Rob,... Read More
November 9, 2022 – Music Biz Member Muso.Ai Expands Subscription Service Plan for Pro and Pro+ Users
Music credits platform, Muso.Ai has released an annual subscription plan that will save Pro and Pro+ users 25% on the year. The company’s Pro and Pro+ plans grant subscribers access to their total streams, socials, Shazams, and chart and playlist activity, all in one dashboard. Muso.Ai will also keep track of users’ historic data and trends via interactive graphs, and curate a personalized discography playlist on Spotify built using user credits. Click here to learn more about the company’s offerings and to start a 7-day free trial with Muso.Ai.... Read More
