Create Music Group acquires UK dance label Cr2
The deal brings Cr2 Records, MBMB Publishing, and music education platform Sample Tools by Cr2 under CMG’s ownership. Source
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Taylor Harnois of Music Shop 360 Shares His 2026 Music Predictions
Hypebot's Future Predictions series is back. Join us as we ask the music industry's expert analysts what they think might unfold in the world of music in 2026. The post Taylor Harnois of Music Shop 360 Shares His 2026 Music Predictions appeared first on Hypebot.
Craig Kallman on signing ‘uncategorizable’ artists, reimagining Big Beat, and his new role as WMG’s Chief Music Officer
Veteran A&R executive discusses his new role as Chief Music Officer at Warner Music Group Source
Bandcamp Fridays generated more than $19m of sales in 2025
Bandcamp has revealed how much money its Bandcamp Friday promotions drummed up for artists and labels in 2025. The post is from Music Ally.
Trump administration threatens Spotify, other EU firms over ‘discriminatory’ EU enforcement action
The Office of the US Trade Representative warned it may impose fees and restrictions on European tech companies operating in the US. Source
AEG reports 19% jump in shows at London’s O2 Arena to record 239 in 2025; ticket sales up 11.4%
The venue set a new attendance record when Radiohead drew 22,355 fans during a four-night run Source
25 insights about India’s music industry in 2025
This was the year Music Ally offered its most comprehensive coverage of the Indian music market yet, with the launch of our South Asia edition. It’s been a mixed 12 […] The post is from Music Ally.
2026 music marketing trends: World-building, mystery campaigns, IRL activations and more
What hundreds of global campaign submissions reveal about the future of music marketing. Music Ally has published our Campaigns of the Year report since 2011. Every year we receive hundreds of submissions from indie labels, major labels, distros, managers and agencies worldwide, giving us a unique insight into modern music marketing and its evolving landscape. […] The post is from Music Ally.
BMG renews and expands its music-publishing deal with TikTok
TikTok has renewed its direct music-publishing agreement with BMG, which TikTok described as “expanded”. Both companies announced the deal. The post is from Music Ally.
Midia Research says Spotify leads ad-supported music market
Midia Research claims that Spotify is now the biggest ad-supported audio service by monthly active users, with 442.2 million of them. The post is from Music Ally.
YouTube withdraws from Billboard’s US charts in weighting row
Is there time for one last music-industry row to break out in 2025? Yes. YouTube is pulling its data from Billboard’s US music charts. The post is from Music Ally.
Global value of music copyright grew 5.2% to $47.2bn in 2024
Every year, music-industry economist Will Page publishes his ‘Global Value of Music Copyright’ report. The one for 2024 is out now. The post is from Music Ally.
Discogs names its top global artists for 2025
Online catalogue and record marketplace Discogs has released its ‘Year in Review’ for 2025, including naming its top artist globally. The post is from Music Ally.
Bandsintown High Notes showcases Independent Venues
In addition to celebrating the year in live music for fans and artists, Bandsintnown’s newly released High Notes showcases the independent venues that makes those magical moments possible. As 2025. Continue reading The post Bandsintown High Notes showcases Independent Venues appeared first on Hypebot.
Podcaster, Writer & Consultant Jay Gilbert’s 2026 Music Predictions
Hypebot's Future Predictions series is back. Join us as we ask the music industry's expert analysts what they think might unfold in the world of music in 2026. The post Podcaster, Writer & Consultant Jay Gilbert’s 2026 Music Predictions appeared first on Hypebot.
UK firm BPM SFX raises £2m to expand stage-effects business
If you’re not in the touring business, you may not know the name of British company BPM FX. You may well have seen its work though: it’s been behind pyrotechnics, special effects and lasers for tours by the likes of Oasis, Calvin Harris and The Prodigy as well as individual festivals. Now it has raised £2m […] The post is from Music Ally.
SZA is latest artist to hit back at an ICE post using her music
The White House’s campaign to promote the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) by using liberal-leaning artists’ music in social media posts continues. The latest used SZA’s ‘Big Boy’ – a track originally recorded for TV show Saturday Night Live – in a post that referenced the song’s ‘It’s cuffin’ season’ lyrics. SZA was quick to respond. […] The post is from Music Ally.
Spotify offers ‘more control’ starting with Prompted Playlist
“For the first time, Spotify is giving users the power to steer the algorithm,” is how the streaming service’s latest announcement begins. “Imagine a Spotify that doesn’t just passively learn from you but literally listens to you. One you can steer and shape with your own words,” it continues. If you’re reading those portentous words thinking […] The post is from Music Ally.
Charlotte Stahl, TikTok’s Head of Music Partnerships EMEA, exits
Exec joined TikTok in 2020 as Artist Relations Manager for Germany Source
Meta partners with iHeartMedia to bring Coldplay concert to VR headsets
The free event will launch on Meta Horizon on December 30 at 11AM Pacific time. Source