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The Orchard launches physical distribution network, OPEN, following merger between Germany’s SPV Distribution and Membran
Two prominent physical music distribution companies, both headquarted in Germany, have merged – resulting in a new company under The...
France’s recorded music revenues grow 3.4% YoY, as income from streaming video plummets
France’s recorded music revenue grew by low single-digits in the first half of 2025.The period was marked by some surprises,...
TikTok tops 200 million monthly users in Europe
TikTok has reached a significant milestone in Europe.The ByteDance-owned app revealed Friday (September 5) that it has reached more than...
SoundExchange launches appeal of ruling in SiriusXM lawsuit, says satellite radio firm has underpaid royalties by $400M
US-headquartered performance rights organization SoundExchange is appealing its loss of a lawsuit against SiriusXM over allegedly underpaid royalties.“In filing of...
StubHub targets $9bn valuation as it launches IPO roadshow
Secondary ticketing marketplace platform StubHub has revealed how much it hopes to earn from its initial public offering.In a filing...
Cindy Gu appointed General Manager of Southeast Asia for Virgin Music Group
Virgin Music Group, Universal Music Group’s indie artist label and services arm, has appointed Cindy Gu to oversee Southeast Asia...
EU pauses probe into Universal’s $775m Downtown deal
The European Commission has temporarily paused its investigation into Universal Music Group‘s proposed acquisition of Downtown Music Holdings.Reuters reported on Thursday (September...
Warner Chappell renews global publishing deal with superstar Kacey Musgraves
Warner Chappell Music, the publishing arm of Warner Music Group, has renewed its long-running global publishing deal with country superstar...
Symphonic expands in Puerto Rico, partnering with High Ground Music, and hiring Victor Roque in LATAM role
Indie distributor and music services company Symphonic Distribution is expanding its presence in Puerto Rico through a partnership with recently-formed...
Big Machine Label Group bolsters international team as Nashville-headquartered company celebrates 20th year
Big Machine Label Group (BMLG) has revealed a series of promotions and a new hire within its international division.Alex Hannaby,...
