To avoid paying major labels “hundreds of millions” of dollars in guaranteed payouts, ByteDance and TikTok have opted for another route to secure music licenses. With licenses now expired in the app, the Chinese conglomerate referred collecting societi…
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Testifying Against Plagiarism Accusations, Dr. Luke Argues Katy Perry’s ‘Dark Horse’ is an “Original” Song
According to a professional musicologist and musician, Katy Perry’s producers willfully stole a Christian rapper’s song to create ‘Dark Horse.’ According to Perry’s legal team, however, Marcus Gray has no right to sue. After all, he didn’t create the …
Aretha Franklin’s Family Is In a Full-Blown War Over the Singer’s Assets and Legacy
According to the late Queen of Soul’s lawyers, Aretha Franklin’s youngest son, Kecalf Cunningham, doesn’t have “the ability, skill, and knowledge” to serve as estate administrator. Late last summer, the famous gospel and soul singer succumbed to pancre…
As Piracy Significantly Declines, Italy’s Music Industry Association Reveals the True Problem — Spotify and YouTube
According to an Italian rights organization, Spotify and YouTube – not piracy – remain the music industry’s worst problem. In 2014, the United States Trade Representative removed Italy from the Watch List in its Special 301 report. The Watch List trac…
R. Kelly’s Crisis Manager “Steps Down” After Stating He Wouldn’t Leave His 20-Year-Old Daughter “With Anyone Accused of Pedophilia”
R. Kelly’s crisis manager learned the hard way – Please be careful about what you say. It will cost you your job. Speaking with CBS This Morning yesterday, Darrell Johnson, shared some rather interesting insights about his client. When asked by co-hos…
Thanks to Unresolved Safety and Capacity Problems, Vernon Officials Reject “Worthless” Woodstock 50 Permit Filing for the Fourth Time
Vernon officials in New York have once again denied (again) Woodstock 50’s permit filing. The first time, co-founder Michael Lang and his team filed an incomplete application very late on June 18th. The second time and third times on July 3rd and July …
As TikTok’s Music Licensing Reportedly Expires, Owner ByteDance Purchases AI Music Creation Startup JukeDeck
Capitalizing on the rapid growth of music consumption in the app, TikTok parent company ByteDance has confirmed a major acquisition. The Chinese conglomerate has purchased Jukedeck, an AI music startup in the UK. As with most AI-centered music startups…
Immigration Raid Rumors Lead to Two Music Festival Cancellations in Idaho
Organizers abruptly shut down a music festival over the weekend. The reason? Possible immigration raids in the area. The Latin-themed festival El Tour de Idaho de Los Inquietos would have taken place in Jerome, Idaho on Saturday. Organizers took to F…
Etsy Purchases Online Music Marketplace Reverb for $275 Million
Etsy has confirmed a major acquisition. The publicly traded e-commerce website has acquired online music marketplace Reverb for $275 million. The former company focuses primarily on the sale of handmade and vintage items as well as craft supplies. Con…
Five Months After Damning Allegations of Sexual Abuse Against Women and Minors, Ryan Adams Ends His Silence
Several months ago, The New York Times published a scathing report about Ryan Adams. According to the February 13th report, the singer/songwriter teased multiple women with promises to ‘jumpstart’ their careers. In exchange, he engaged in manipulative…