Association & Member Updates
Here you’ll find the latest announcements on Music Biz events & partnerships, our most recent podcasts & thought leadership articles, and updates on the newest companies to join our Association. If you’d like to receive updates like these sent directly to your inbox, sign up for our weekly news feed email today!
Association News
March 31, 2026 – The Future of What Episode #286 — Building a Backbone for Effective Rights Management: MusicInfra on Scalable Infrastructure
Having noticed how difficult it was to obtain catalog info during his time at Hipgnosis Songs, Björn Lindvall set out to create a solution with MusicInfra, providing a scaled infrastructure that ensures works are accurately matched to recordings. Now, in an age where AI is generating more data than ever, such infrastructure has become even more crucial for rights management. In this episode, Björn speaks on the two products that the platform offers, how he is planning for this first generation of AI deals &... Click Here To Listen
March 31, 2026 – [Keeping Tempo With Music Biz] — Why Are Artists Seemingly More Afraid of Publishing Deals Now Than Ever?: Op-Ed from Killphonic’s Caleb Shreve
When I speak on panels, I’m often asked, “What is the biggest problem you encounter in the publishing world?” The real answer is The MLC, but that’s for another op-ed. My more moderate answer is the education and understanding around music publishing, and probably the most logical answer is the title of this op-ed. This comes from a lot of misinformation, an unnecessarily complex system, and a rapidly changing industry with some very stubborn industry professionals.... Click Here To Read
March 24, 2026 – The Future of What Episode #285 — Reimagining Rights Management: How Chordal is Breaking Barriers
Music rights company Chordal has achieved a major licensing milestone, clearing 51,000 songs in the first six months of their InstantClear technology being live. In their TikTok’s commercial library integration alone, over 15% of those tracks already saw sync revenue. To achieve this success, they’ve leveraged the collaborative nature of the music industry to create a single environment where stakeholders can easily connect with one another through the songs they share rights on. In this conversation,... Click Here To Listen
Member Updates
March 3, 2026 – NEW MEMBER ROUNDUP: Winter 2026
The Music Business Association is home to a growing community of 400+ global companies, all working in collaboration to support the financial growth of our industry at large and create a more equitable, inclusive place to work! See below for the latest companies to join our Association this winter: AMI EntertainmentLocation: Chicago, ILYears In Business: 117Website: amientertainment.com AMI Entertainment connects people to the music they love in bars, restaurants, and social venues across the country.... Click Here To Read
December 8, 2025 – NEW MEMBER ROUNDUP: Autumn 2025
The Music Business Association is home to a growing community of 400+ global companies, all working in collaboration to support the financial growth of our industry at large and to create a more equitable, inclusive place to work! See below for the latest companies to join our Association this autumn: Arboretum CollectiveLocation: Oakland, CAYears In Business: 2Website: arboretumcollective.com Arboretum Collective operates as a boutique consultancy in rights management and revenue optimization for master rightsholders.... Click Here To Read
August 27, 2025 – NEW MEMBER ROUNDUP: Summer 2025
The Music Biz member community is home to a growing community of 400+ global companies, all working to collaborate to support the financial growth of our industry at large and create a more equitable, inclusive place to work! See below for the latest companies to join our Association this summer: Boost CollectiveLocation: Toronto, ONYears In Business: 6Website: boost-collective.com Boost Collective is a music promotion platform for independent artists & labels, focusing on leveraging digital marketing to drive streaming growth.... Click Here To Read
