Hospital Records is an independent label based in South London, UK. Mainly releasing drums and bass, the label was launched in 1996 by Tony Colman and Chris Goss, and has grown in recent years to become one of the best-known labels in British dance music. The label is home to artists such as London Elektricity, […]
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Universal Music Group – Manager, CRM (USA)
We are UMG, Universal Music Group. We are the world leader in music. In everything we do, we bet on art, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a wide range of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in over 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, […]
Universal Music Group – Senior Manager, CRM (US)
We are UMG, Universal Music Group. We are the world leader in music. In everything we do, we bet on art, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a wide range of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in over 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, […]
Reservoir and PopArabia acquire Egyptian label 100COPIES
Reservoir Media, headquartered in New York, has secured two new deals in Egypt in collaboration with PopArabia, a music publisher and independent music company based in the Middle East and North Africa. Reservoir and PopArabia acquired Egyptian label 100COPIES and also formed a joint venture with the company to sign and develop Egyptian talent. Separately, […]
“Beautiful Scars” unpacks the discovery of his identity by a music icon
In 2014, at age 53, Tom Wilson, a singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario with a stack of gold records and stories galore, discovered by chance that he had been adopted. Shortly after, he learns that his biological parents are Mohawks from the community of Kahnawake, just outside of Montreal. For legions of fans familiar with Wilson’s […]
Is TikTok (or ByteDance) slowly turning into a record label?
Whenever the idea of TikTok becoming a record label is floated in music industry circles, the suggestion is usually shot down. But the evidence is mounting that such a description could one day fit. In March, TikTok launched its own distribution service. Dubbed ‘SoundOn’, it allows artists to upload their music to TikTok, RESSO and […]
Music icon Stevie Wonder endorses Eric Strong for LA County Sheriff
Former Mayor of Lancaster, Bishop Henry Hearns, Lt. Eric Strong and Stevie Wonder. (Photo by AJ Calloway.) Lt. Eric Strong’s Campaign for Sheriff held a fundraiser with Stevie Wonder this week. The event took place at glamorous Santa Monica restaurant La Conde, which promotes gold-leaf plated Wagyu steaks and mixology concoctions served in IV bags […]
Universal Music Group’s revenue hit $2.46 billion in the first quarter of 2022
Universal Music Group has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2022. Across all of its divisions (including recorded music, publishing and more), the world’s largest music rights holder recorded revenue in the three months to the end of March from 2.199 billion euros ($2.46 billion). This increased 16.5% year-on-year at constant currency, […]
Spotify has just entered the metaverse, with an official launch on Roblox
Spotify officially launches a virtual presence on the Roblox children’s gaming platform. In doing so, the company says it becomes the first music streaming brand to have a presence on Roblox, with the launch marking its entry into the metaverse business. Spotify’s presence on Roblox is called ‘Spotify Island‘. The company explains that through this […]
Radio legend Karl Shannon remembers his friend and country music icon Naomi Judd
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – It’s a voice you recognize before you see its face. “I met The Judds in the early ’80s after they had their first hit, ‘Mama He’s Crazy’. And both of us from Kentucky, we just struck up a friendship,” said Karl Shannon of Hank 105 ,5. With nearly 50 years in […]
BREAKING: Country music icon Naomi Judd dies at 76
Naomi Judd, country singer and one half of hit country duo The Judds, has died aged 76. Judd’s second daughter, Ashley, confirmed the news in a tweet on Saturday afternoon. Today we sisters experienced a tragedy. We lost our mother-in-law to mental illness. We are broken. We navigate deep mourning and know that as we […]
Soundfly launches new course with Synthwave and electronic music icon Com Truise – The Durango Herald
Com Truise shares his “tight-kept secrets” on creating otherworldly sounds with synths, drum machines and retro production techniques in his very first class BROOKLYN, NY, April 27, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) – Online music school Soundfly has teamed up with dynamic producer Seth Haley, better known as Com Truise, to launch a new course on creating […]
Facts About Paul Simon: The Music Icon’s Age, Career, Family & Net Worth Revealed
27 April 2022, 11:57 Paul Simon is widely regarded as one of the most talented songwriters of his generation. Photo: Frank Ockenfels Paul Simon has been one of the most acclaimed songwriters of the past six decades. From his teenage years on the streets of New York to performing on some of the world’s biggest […]
Kartel Music Group – Product Manager (UK)
Kartel Music Group is looking for an experienced and passionate Product Manager to join our team. We are looking for a specialist in electronic and dance music. The role will lead the newly formed in-house label imprint EMK (Electronic Music Kartel) and work with a number of priority artist and label services clients across a […]
ByteDance launches new music streaming service in China
TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, has reportedly launched a new music streaming service in China called Qishui Yinyue. It is according to South China Morning Post, which reports that the app was launched last month. ByeDance’s entry into China’s music streaming business marks the arrival of a new challenger in music platforms led by tech giants […]
Applause – Content and Social Media Manager (USA)
There’s a reason “struggling artist” is such a well-known term. At Applause, we’re changing that. Spurred on by the devastation caused by the pandemic, we are building a new medium for creators and fans to foster a long-term community through highly entertaining, live, two-way interaction. Applause lets creators and their fans have fun and connect […]
TuneFab Just Launched Amazon Music Converter with Powerful Feature to Convert Amazon Music to MP3 Easily
HONG KONG, April 19, 2022 /24-7PressRelease/ — As Amazon provides high-quality music resources for people’s enjoyment, highlighting modern digital life, TuneFab, a leading software company focusing on powerful converters music, recently launched TuneFab Amazon Music Converter to easily grab songs from Amazon Music for offline streaming. The software is capable of downloading any music content […]
Mary J. Blige to Receive 2022 Billboard Music Icon Award
Mary J. Blige-Getty *Here’s some great news to get your Thursday off to a good start! music legend Mary J. Blige will receive the Icon Award at this year’s Billboard Music Awards! That’s right! It was announced earlier this morning. The ICON award recognizes artists who have achieved excellence on the Billboard Charts and who […]
Country music icon Alan Jackson will stop in Greenville
GREENVILLE, SC (WSPA) – Country music icon Alan Jackson will make a stopover in Greenville this summer. Last Call: One More for the Road will be Jackson’s first time on stage since revealing a health diagnosis last fall. This tour will bring over 30 years of Alan’s success to stages across America. Here is a […]
Beggars Group – Creative Content Producer (US/UK)
Creative Content Producer – London or New York Beggars Group is looking for a Creative Content Producer to join the team, based in our London or New York offices. This is a very varied role within the Global Content team, responsible for creating and editing music videos, lyric videos and visualizers, recording live performance sessions, […]
Hospital Records – Label Manager (UK)
We are currently looking for a motivated Label Manager to work as part of a growing team with overall responsibility for managing and administering the label’s music production and ensuring that all releases are delivered in an organized and timely manner. timely. This is a full-time position with a work-from-home/office hybrid policy. The successful candidate […]
Alex Kennedy named UK Managing Director at Believe
Alex Kennedy has been appointed UK managing director of French music company Believe. Reporting to Denis Ladegaillerie, Founder and CEO of Believe, Kennedy will lead the three business areas that Believe operates in the UK, including Premium Solutions (including Label & Artist Solutions and Artist Services) and automated solutions (TuneCore). Believe says Kennedy will focus […]
West One Music Group – Distribution and Technical Assistant (UK)
Are you a detail-oriented data enthusiast with experience working with large datasets? We are recruiting – apply now! We are West One Music Group, a visually-focused global music production company with a diverse and authentic catalog of music carefully crafted by our creative teams. Proudly independent since 2002, we have offices and production studios in […]
IDOL – Digital Key Account Manager (USA)
IDOL is a fully independent digital distributor founded in 2006 with offices in Los Angeles, Nashville, London, Paris, Berlin and Johannesburg. Following a very selective approach, IDOL offers a high level of marketing resources and personalized attention to its partners.The ever-expanding company now has over 60 people and offers comprehensive global digital distribution services to […]
Music icon Chris Blackwell shares how he met Bob Marley, travels
When it comes to rock and roll, 84-year-old London-born Chris Blackwell is a household name. As founder of Island Records, the label he established in Jamaica in 1959 and England in 1962, Blackwell propelled a long list of music icons to fame: Robert Palmer, Melissa Etheridge, The Cranberries , U2, Bob Marley and many more. […]
BMG – Master Synchronization (MX) License Manager
#WAREBMG A new music company for Mexico BMG is opening a new hub in Latin America in Mexico and we are looking to strengthen our team. As the first new international music company in the streaming era, we do things a little differently – putting the interests of artists and songwriters at the heart of […]
BMG – Managing Director (MX)
#WAREBMG A new music company for Mexico BMG is opening a new hub in Latin America in Mexico and we are looking to strengthen our team. As the first new international music company in the streaming era, we do things a little differently – putting the interests of artists and songwriters at the heart of […]
Made Music Studio – Account Supervisor (US)
ACCOUNT SUPERVISOR Reporting to the Group Account Manager In a word… / As a people person, you have a strong sense of emotional intelligence and can easily communicate with anyone from the most junior to the most senior members of an organization. You move projects forward by understanding the role of the different stakeholders and […]
AWAL – Member Support Associate (UK)
At AWAL, we work with an epic roster of emerging talent and more established artists and labels from around the world. Our goal is to remove all barriers between artists and the A&R teams or store editors that help them take their business to the next level within the AWAL ecosystem. This position is based […]
Ed Sheeran wins UK copyright lawsuit
Ed Sheeran beat a lawsuit in the UK over alleged infringement of his single Shape of you. The case was brought against Sheeran by a British artist called Sami Chokri (aka Sami Switch), who claimed that Sheeeran ripped off his song Oh why, which was published in 2015. The verdict was returned in favor of […]
The best in the music industry share their secrets
Ultimate compendium of insights and wisdom covering all aspects of today’s music industry – Straight from the mouths of artists and walking executives. As we musicians chart our paths for creative expression, longevity, and relevance in this industry, For The Record is a perfect guide to show us all the way. —Kevin “KO” Olusola of […]
Music icon Dr Jody Watley celebrates National Library Week
Jody salutes libraries and their role in communities! Jody Watley * Music Icon Jody Watley Party National Library Week and salutes libraries and their role in the community. The theme for National Library Week 2022 (April 3-9) East “Connect to your libraryand promotes the idea that libraries are places to connect to technology using broadband, […]
The best in the music industry share their secrets!
Ultimate compendium of insights and wisdom covering all aspects of today’s music industry – Straight from the mouths of artists and walking executives. As we musicians chart our paths for creative expression, longevity, and relevance in this industry, For The Record is a perfect guide to show us all the way. —Kevin “KO” Olusola of […]
Music business: you don’t control your art if you can’t sell it — Syemca
Syemca got some deserved attention when he appeared on the singing reality show “The Voice” years ago. Today, his voice is essential in the music industry. In this ROTIMI IGE interview, he talks about his artistic talent, challenges in the industry, his upcoming projects and his relationship with his brother, Chike, who is also a […]
Minemyer chip | Say goodbye to a local music icon | News
Dean Rumsey will stand with his good friend Gordy Haluska one last time on Friday – to deliver a eulogy for a key figure in the Johnstown music community. Haluska, 66, died Monday after a long battle with glioblastoma. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor last summer. Rumsey expects to meet many people – […]
Personal Loans: PaydayNow provides a detailed explanation
PaydayNow might not be an established brand now, but the company has seen a huge growth since it was founded back in 2002. PaydayNow currently has 470 locations across 25 states, however it is possible to apply for many of their financial products for personal loans, with certain limits — on the internet from anywhere […]
Music Icon Jackson Brown To Perform Concert West Of Twin Falls ID
One of the biggest names in the music business has confirmed a performance this summer at Outlaw Field northwest of Twin Falls, Idaho. Legendary musician Jackson Brown is scheduled to perform at Outlaw Field at the Idaho Botanical Garden on September 21, 2022. The venue is located near the grounds of the historic Idaho State […]
Music Enterprise Software Market Demand and Future Scope with Russia-Ukraine Crisis Impact Analysis – Artist Growth, Muzeek, Prism, Reprtoir, Songspace, Songtracker, Songtrust, Synchtank, Tempo
New Jersey, United States,- The latest report published by MRI Accuracy Reports indicates that the music business software The market is expected to accelerate strongly in the coming years. Analysts have studied market drivers, restraints, risks, and opportunities in the global market. The Music Management Software market report shows the likely direction of the market […]
Bow Wow clarifies who taught him about the music industry | News
bow wow has been a household name for over two decades now, and many may know that it all started with Jermaine Dupri and So So Def. That said, the Ohio rapper says that even though the music mogul gave him his start, he didn’t impart any business knowledge to him because it was something […]
Doja Cat is quitting her ‘nightmare’ career in the music industry
Doja Cat has decided she’s had enough of the music business, so the rapper/singer is considering quitting, according to a tweet she sent! Doja Cat has apparently declared that she is quitting her music career. The ‘Say So’ singer, who is currently touring South America, was slammed by her fans in Paraguay after she shouted […]
“Everything is dead for me, the music is dead”
Singer, songwriter and rapper Doja Cat may be walking away from the music industry following her tweets Thursday: “I’m quitting.” This Thursday, the 26-year-old star took to Twitter and began expressing her desire to quit the music industry. Since then, she has also changed the name of her Twitter account to “I quit”. On Friday, […]
PRS for Music – Content Editor – Communications and Public Affairs (UK)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Content Editor to join our Communications and Public Affairs team on a permanent basis. The role will be based in our London Bridge & Streatham offices and remotely as we operate a hybrid working model. About Us PRS for Music has been at the heart of the music […]
X Japan frontman and Japanese music icon Yoshiki Hayashi raised $9 million for Ukraine with help from fans
LOS ANGELES (KABC) – Yoshiki Hayashi is a music star in Japan and is said to be one of the most influential composers in Japanese history, having sold over 50 million albums worldwide and is the leader of the iconic group X Japan. “I recorded with my band to finish the album, pretty much the […]
SoundCloud – Membership Manager, Creator (US)
SoundCloud is a next-generation music entertainment company powered by an ecosystem of artists, fans, and thriving communities. As one of the most influential cultural platforms in the world, SoundCloud occupies a unique position in the market as a music streaming service with the largest catalog of music and as a service and distribution company. artists […]
IMRO – Media Licensing Manager (IE)
Application: Please send a CV and a cover letter describing how you meet the criteria for the position to [email protected] The Media Licensing Manager is responsible for providing national broadcast and online budgets for IMRO and MCPSI. The successful candidate will manage the business negotiation process for existing and potential media license customers, acting as […]
Ondesoft launches Amazon Music Converter for Mac/Windows
Ondesoft platform is recognized as one of the leading streaming music converter providers and now launches Amazon Music Converter for Windows and Mac. The main aim of the launch is to help everyone download Amazon Music without any hassle from the respective platform. As the download is completed, the files are saved on your system […]
Bruce Burch, Founder of RIP UGA Music Business, and More Music News and Gossip
REST IN PEACE: The founding director of the UGA Music Business program and successful songwriter Bruce Burch died at age 69. Burch, who had been undergoing treatment for leukemia for 30 years, succumbed to the disease on Saturday, March 12 at his home in Nashville. In addition to founding the MBUS program at UGA, Burch […]
Latin music icon Gloria Trevi announces US tour, visiting over 40 cities including Laredo
Miami, Florida – After kicking off her new tour with six sell shows at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, Latin music icon Gloria Trevi welcomes us for her Isla Divina World Tour 2022. As the main female performer with the most career performances (33) held at the Auditorio Nacional, Gloria Trevi is preparing to […]
MRG Group – Digital Marketing Manager (CA)
Do you have a passion for music, travel, events, digital marketing and making magic happen? Want to take your foundation of great attention to detail, digital marketing, and analytical skills to the next level? If so, this is a unique opportunity for you. The MRG Group is looking for a motivated, energetic and experienced Digital […]
Music icon Van Morrison added to Tanglewood lineup | Berkshire landscapes
LENOX – Van Morrison, the Northern Irish singer-songwriter best known for hits such as “Brown Eyed Girl”, “Moondance” and “Gloria”, is booked for a Tanglewood Popular Artists show on the weekend of the labor Day. Morrison will perform at 7 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Koussevitzky Music Shed, the Boston Symphony Orchestra announced Monday. Van […]
More female leaders driving the music industry forward in 2022
These big names in the music industry have opened doors to the industry and continue to inspire generations to come! Let their success inspire you to aim for the stars and create the reality YOU want to live. Here are some badass women in music you absolutely need to know about… A guest post by […]
Music icon George Clinton returns to school in Newark to celebrate his 80th birthday
March 17, 2022, 11:39 p.m.Updated March 18, 2022 By: News 12 Staff Music fans of a certain age will remember the musical sounds of George Clinton – known as the godfather of funk. But some younger people might not know that Clinton is the second most sampled musician in history behind James Brown. Some of […]
Living music icon Herbie Hancock to perform at Kleinhans Music Hall
Thu 17 March 2022 16:20 Herbie Hancock, legendary pianist and composer, will perform Friday, June 17 at Kleinhans Music Hall for a one-night performance only. Tickets are on sale now, including VIP experiences, and can be purchased at https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/herbie-hancock/. For personalized service, call 716-885-5000. A press release explains: “A true icon of modern music, 2013 […]
The music icon that Dale Earnhardt Jr would like to have on Dale Jr. Download
Over the past few years, former NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr’s show, the Dale Jr. Download has hosted some of the biggest, most important and quietest names in motorsport. Naturally, conversations with these names have also ranged from intimate to sensational, to revealing, to outright banter and fun. ADVERTISING The article continues below this ad […]
Interview: Music icon Dion shares his life in new musical The Wanderer
One name says it all: Dion. And even if you don’t know the name, you know the songs. “Running Sue.” “The Vagabond.” These songs defined the era of pre-invasion British rock, and they have lasted for over 60 years. Dion is the subject of the new biographical musical The Vagabond, running at the Paper Mill […]
Living music icon Herbie Hancock to perform at Kleinhans Music Hall
Thu 17 March 2022 16:20 Herbie Hancock, legendary pianist and composer, will perform Friday, June 17 at Kleinhans Music Hall for a one-night performance only. Tickets are on sale now, including VIP experiences, and can be purchased at https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/herbie-hancock/. For personalized service, call 716-885-5000. A press release explains: “A true icon of modern music, 2013 […]
Universal’s Virgin Music enters global partnership with Australian band Mushroom
The Virgin Music Label & Artist Services (VLMAS) division of Universal Music Group has entered into a global partnership with Australia’s largest group of independent labels, Mushroom, to support and distribute the releases of Mushroom artists worldwide, outside Australia and New Zealand. The Mushroom label division remains 100% independently owned and its established ANZ operations […]
TikTok’s partner for its new SoundOn distribution service is… TuneCore
Last Wednesday (March 8), we learned that TikTok had officially entered the music distribution business with a new service called SoundOn. TikTok’s distribution service allows artists to upload their music directly to TikTok and RESSO, and it can also distribute artists’ music to platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. The platform is live in the […]
The French recorded music industry exceeded $1 billion in 2021
Recorded music revenue in France, the world’s fifth-largest music market, exceeded $1 billion (€861 million) in 2021, representing 14.3% year-on-year growth and the fifth annual increase consecutive for the market. That’s according to results released today (March 15) by French trade body SNEP, which include total revenue from physical and digital sales, as well as […]
Your Music Industry Questions Answered by the Pros – Billboard
Billboard asked top professionals working at the intersection of Web3 and the music industry to answer these frequently asked questions regarding the applications and potential uses of cryptographic technology in business What are the most common use cases for blockchain technology in the music industry today? “As of today, they are almost entirely focused on […]
Music icon Caetano Veloso urges Brazil to stop Bolsonaro
Published on: 03/10/2022 – 03:56 Brasília (AFP) – Singer-songwriter Caetano Veloso, a living legend of Brazilian music, was imprisoned and exiled by his country’s military dictatorship in the 1960s. President Jair Bolsonaro’s government is doing even worse things, he said on Wednesday as he led a protest against his environmental policies. Veloso, 79, led a […]
Forbes India – Music: Sexism still sets the tone in the music industry
The hypersexualization of artists, ageism and the precariousness of the profession are all factors that can make the music industry particularly hostile to women. Image: Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock Jhe music industry is a breeding ground for sexism. While the pandemic has contributed to the emergence of an unprecedented movement of unbridled expression among victims of gender-based […]
Dolly Parton wants Cardi B and THIS music icon in a future project
From funding the Moderna vaccine, producing Spotify’s first-ever cast, and hosting the ACMs, country music queen Dolly Parton has recently been on a roll with all of her back-to-back engagements. Last Monday, the “Jolene” hitmaker hosted the Academy of Country Music Awards for the first time since 2000. But before gracing the Allegiant Stadium in […]
TikTok has just launched its own music distribution platform, SoundOn
TikTok is now officially a music distributor. The viral video app owned by ByteDance has just launched its own music promotion and distribution platform, called SoundOn. SoundOn is already live in the UK, US, Brazil and Indonesia, and it allows artists to upload their music directly to TikTok and RESSO. It can also distribute their […]
An exhibition honoring music icon Bruce Springsteen will open at Freehold in 2024
March 09, 2022, 03:51Updated on March 09, 2022 By: News 12 Staff It was an exciting day at Freehold on Tuesday as the mayor announced a new exhibit that will pay homage to one of New Jersey’s favorite sons – music icon Bruce Springsteen. “Everything I learned of deep significance, I learned in this town,” […]
Label owner Wolverhampton pulls releases from Russia, urges music industry to do more
Paul Birch, owner of Revolver Records, received the BEM for services to music Paul Birch, who founded Revolver Records in the city more than 40 years ago, said his label has thousands of releases internationally – including albums by The Scorpions, Leo Sayer, UFO, Lamont Dozier, Jane’s Addiction, Misfits and The Stone Roses. Mr Birch, […]
Infectious disease expert Leo Yee Sin and music icon Nona Asiah among 7 to join S’pore Women’s Hall of Fame
SINGAPORE – Infectious disease expert Leo Yee Sin, who has been at the forefront of Singapore’s battle against Covid-19, was one of seven women inducted into the Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame (SWHF ) Tuesday, March 8. Their addition means there are now 174 women honorees in the SWHF, which was launched in 2014 by […]
Kartel – Head of Digital Marketing and Advertising (UK)
Kartel Music Group is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Digital Marketing & Advertising Manager to join its growing music marketing and services agency. The Digital Marketing and Publicity Manager role will work closely with a roster of independent artists and label clients who will drive their digital marketing, social media and content goals […]
Ace Records – Production Manager (UK)
Ace Records is one of the leading reissue record labels and produces great sounding and well packaged releases. We work with repertoire experts, designers with a keen sense of period looks and highly skilled sound engineers who create CDs, vinyl and digital releases every month. Your role at Ace Your main role will be to […]
AEI Group – Managing Director, Registrations (UK)
The AEI Group is a community of businesses and creators focused on empowering future generations of talent through music. With over 25 years of experience, AEI Group works with entrepreneurs and talented people through our music businesses, live events and community spaces while pursuing a tireless mission to transform the culture of the music industry. […]
BMG – Head of Digital Advertising (Europe) (DE)
We are looking for a Manager (f/m/d) Digital Advertising (Europe) to join our Global Digital Partnerships and Strategy team in Berlin. BMG’s digital team continues to grow, evolve and innovate in digital marketing, streaming, news and analytics and business development. Globally aligned but present in all areas of the business, BMG digital offers a different […]
Universal Music UK – Senior Marketing Manager (UK)
Job title: Senior Marketing Manager Responsible for: Managing Director, UKDepartment: Virgin Music Label and Artist ServicesWorkplace : Sarm Music Village, 105 Ladbroke Grove Music is universal It’s the passionate and dedicated team at Universal Music UK that helps make us the UK’s music leader. From A&R to finance, legal to digital, sales to marketing, Universal […]
Universal Music UK – Marketing Manager
Marketing Manager Responsible for: Managing Director, UKDepartment: Virgin Music Label and Artist ServicesWorkplace : Sarm Music Village, 105 Ladbroke Grove Music is universal It’s the passionate and dedicated team at Universal Music UK that helps make us the UK’s music leader. From A&R to finance, legal to digital, sales to marketing, Universal Music is the […]
RouteNote, Truro’s music industry, gives artists a global voice
A tech music company is increasingly giving artists a global voice right here from Cornwall. With more people having free time to focus on their hobbies during the pandemic, it’s never been easier for musicians to produce and release music to the world. RouteNote, a tech music company that now employs 250 people globally, including […]
Music Icon Jody Watley ‘Lit it Up’ on ‘The Nick Cannon Show!’ | LOOK
Nick Cannon – Jody Watley *Legendary singer Jody Watleyone of the architects of 21st century pop has “illuminated” on The Nick Cannon Show with an epic live performance! The “ever fabulous” and beloved singer-songwriter performed Looking for a new love from his hit solo debut on the show. Watley talked about the 35th year of […]
Memphis Industries – Label Coordinator (UK)
We are looking for a passionate and committed individual to join the Memphis Industries team. In a small business setting, the role is broad and spans digital and physical distribution, promotion and marketing. The candidate should have some experience in at least one of these areas, and will be interested and engaged with a wide […]
WATCH: Chimurenga music icon Thomas Mapfumo endorses diaspora insurance
By Paidashe Mandivengerei Legendary Chimurenga musician, Thomas Mapfumo has endorsed Diaspora Insurance, urging Zimbabweans living abroad to sign up for the company’s insurance products. Diaspora Insurance specializes in the development and distribution of insurance products and risk management solutions for African expatriates. It caters to the needs of African transnational citizens and offers the bespoke […]
Kelly Clarkson to Honor Music Icon Dolly Parton at 2022 ACM Awards
Grammy-winning singer Kelly Clarkson is set to sing a tribute to music icon Dolly Parton at the 2022 ACM Awards, taking place March 7 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Clarkson broke the news of her performance on the Feb. 23 episode of the syndicated Kelly Clarkson Show, according to Billboard. Taylor Swift will perform […]
BMG – Senior Manager, Digital Advertising (US)
As the great Kurt Cobain* once said, “Come as you are.” BMG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and we celebrate diversity in all its forms. Equal opportunity is deeply rooted in our core value of fairness and we are committed to creating a truly inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. If you […]
Call for Applications: Music Business Scholarship in the UK
ILMC is an annual gathering of professionals involved in the global touring, festival and live entertainment industries. The 2022 Fellowship Program will provide free conference passes and mentorship opportunities to 30 young professionals. It is intended to provide emerging live music executives with a means to participate in the ILMC for the first time. Founded […]
Inaugural dialogue on African music businesses planned for Accra in March
The conference is organized by Bwired Ghana and Bayeni Holdings, and will be held under the theme, The big picture: Action today, richer tomorrow. It should provide musicians and industry players with key tips on how to generate revenue and safeguard copyrights, and expose industry players to untapped opportunities in the music space. entertainment, especially […]
Session – Senior Marketing Executive (UK)
Who are we? World-class writers/producers Björn Ulvaeus, Max Martin and Niclas Molinder founded Session; the market leader in the fight against inadequate collection of creator data. Millions of music creators are not getting fair payment and credit for their work due to inaccurate song or recording information. Session Studio (mobile, web, and desktop) provides music […]
Emirati music icon to perform alongside star-studded lineup in Bahrain
Bahrain’s ‘Spring Of Culture’ festival is renowned for culture, art, literature and music, and for this year’s edition, Emirati music icon Hussain Al Jassmi will join a plethora of international artists and performers on stage. Due to COVID-19 and restrictions in place, the festival has been canceled for two consecutive years and is returning for […]
Dirty Hit – Executive Assistant (UK)
Can you go beyond that? Do you like the music industry? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Dirty Hit as Executive Assistant to the CEO. Dirty Hit is an independent label based in West London, currently home to Beabadoobee, Benjamin Francis Leftwich, Wolf Alice, The 1975 and many more. We are looking to appoint […]
The Lodge Mastering – Executive Assistant (USA)
Company: The Lodge MasteringSalary: CompetitiveReports: President/Founder A leading music mastering center located in New York, The Lodge is looking for a enthusiastic team member with experience to join the company in a director role Assistant. This is a unique opportunity for a highly organized and skilled professional to join a team and take on the […]
Sylvia Rhone – The godmother of the music industry
Sylvia Rhone is a pioneer in the field of music. Read about her arrival and how she’s still impacting the culture! Female music industry executives are hard to find and black female industry executives are rare. However, one woman has managed to transcend all barriers: Sylvia Rhone, considered the most influential female executive in the […]
Utopia – Product Director, Creative Music Agency – (Remote)
The music is amazing. He can excite hundreds and unite thousands. But as an industry, it’s been slow, complicated and patchwork. As the world of technology has looked to the future, the music industry continues to be shaped by the inefficient systems of the past. At Utopia, we believe there is a better solution. This […]
Fond memories of Dundee music icon Michael Marra a decade after his death
Tributes are being paid to Dundee music icon and late singer-songwriter, Michael Marra, who would have turned 70 this week. Nearly a decade after his death in October 2012, a community choir from Lochee, led by my Michael’s daughter, is among those performing at a small gathering. Priscilla Webster of the Lochee Linties Choir said: […]
Reservoir – Coordinator, Digital Asset Management (USA)
Join the Digital Operations team at Reservoir’s office in New York or Nashville. This position reports to the Senior Director, Business Development and Operations. Compensation: Market competitive salary and benefits How to register: Responsibilities: Interface with songwriters, artists, record labels, and managers to get all the audio needed for company-wide distribution, creative presentation, and licensing […]
Warp – Finance Manager (UK)
Warp is a leading independent record and music publishing company releasing music from groundbreaking and influential artists including Aphex Twin, Flying Lotus, Danny Brown, Brian Eno, Nightmares on Wax, Squid, Oneohtrix Point Never, Autechre, Stereolab and many others. ROLE SUMMARY We are recruiting a Chief Financial Officer to join our finance team, seeking a qualified […]
Hall of Fame remembers Maine country music icon Slim Andrews
Slim Andrews of Auburn, co-founder of the Maine Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Maine country music icon, father, husband, friend. On January 15, Andrews went “singing and strumming with the angels” at the age of 90. Photo by Lauryn Hottinger AUBURN — The Maine Country Music Hall of Fame bids farewell to Hall […]
Young – Artist Manager (UK)
Young Artists creates environments that nurture artists and build long-term careers for them. We are based in London but represent a number of artists who live in Los Angeles. We are looking for someone to manage the day-to-day responsibilities of these artists while maintaining excellent communication with each artist’s Senior Managers and the wider team […]
Bob Marley in London: Six capitals connected to the music icon
B ob Marley had a special relationship with London, the city he once described as his “second base”. It was the site of some of his most legendary concerts; its studios recorded some of its most brilliant music; he provided him with refuge when he got into trouble abroad; and he lovingly wove his music […]
Music icon Bappi Lahiri cremated; Vidya Balan, Shaan and Mika Singh bid farewell to legendary singer-songwriter
Iconic musician Bappi Lahiri was cremated on Thursday morning in the presence of his family and close friends. The singer breathed his last on Tuesday night due to obstructive sleep apnea. The 69-year-old was hospitalized for almost a month due to multiple health issues. The singer was cremated at Vile Parle Crematorium around 12:30 p.m. […]
BMG acquires musical interests of blues icon John Lee Hooker
BMG acquired the musical interests of iconic American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist John Lee Hooker from his estate. The deal includes its entire publishing catalog (Boom Boom, A Bourbon, A Scotch, A Beer, boogie chillinamong others), co-acquired with longtime BMG partner Fujipacific Music. The deal also includes all of John Lee Hooker’s recorded and performance […]
Songtrust – Business Development Manager: LATAM – (Remote/US)
Songtrust is a global publishing administration service offering the most flexible and fair publishing offering in the industry. We partner with songwriters, reps and companies to build healthy songwriting careers. Songwriters build healthy careers when they take an active role in running their business and owning their music. We empower them by providing them with […]
PRS For Music – Business Development Manager (UK)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join our Business Partnerships team working in a hybrid manner in our London Bridge Hub office and remotely. About Us PRS for Music Limited is the UK’s leading collecting society. We undertake collective rights management of musical works on behalf of over 150,000 members […]
Electronic music icon returns to the Fillmore in San Francisco – CBS San Francisco
By Dave Pehling SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) — One of the pioneering figures of synthesized rock in the late ’70s, British musician Gary Numan had a huge influence on new wave, electro-pop and industrial music with his keyboard icy and futuristic. his. While his original band Tubeway Army offered an avant-garde mix of distorted guitars […]
Music industry says piracy still threatens its future
PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 06: In this photo illustration the Swedish music streaming logo … [+] The Spotify service is displayed on the screen of an iPhone on January 06, 2017 in Paris, France. Spotify announced, via a tweet posted on Thursday, that it now has 70 million paying subscribers. For comparison, in September Apple […]
Country music icon Trace Adkins will sing the national anthem before NASCAR’s most iconic race – the DAYTONA 500 on Sunday, February 20
NASCAR’s New “Next Gen” Car to Be Featured in The Great American Race, Season Opener of the NASCAR Cup Series and Highlight of Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth DAYTONA BEACH, Florida. (February 152022) – Multi-platinum award-winning country music icon and star of the upcoming FOX MONARCH series, Trace Adkins will perform the national anthem before the […]
Remembering Whitney: The Music Icon Through the Years
whitney houston won Grammys, our hearts and so much more for giving the world so many great performances and influencing so much of the talent we see in the music industry today. On the anniversary of his unfortunate and untimely passing, check out some of Nippy’s best music videos. 1. Whitney Houston performing Source: Getty […]
Session – Product Owner (UK/SE/Remote)
Session Make music. Obtain credit. Who are we? World-class writers/producers Björn Ulvaeus, Max Martin and Niclas Molinder founded Session, which today is the market leader in the fight against inadequate creator data collection. Millions of creators are not getting fair payment and credit for their work due to inaccurate song or recording information. Session Studio […]
Country music icon’s fortune explored as Dollywood offers all employees free classes and books
On February 8, Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Enterprises operating partner, Herschend Family Entertainment, announced 100% free education for its employees. The private company will pay the full cost of education, including tuition and book costs for more than 11,000 employees. The help will be available from February 2022 for all types of employees, including part-time and […]
Remembering Slim Andrews – Maine country music icon
Slim Andrews, of Auburn, Maine – Co-founder of the Maine Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Maine country music icon, father, husband, friend. Photo submitted AUBURN — The Maine Country Music Hall of Fame bids farewell to Slim Andrews, Hall of Fame co-founder and country music legend. He was born Leonard “Slim” Andrews Huntington, […]
Country music icon Slim Andrews dies at 90
Country music fans across the Pine Tree State are mourning the death of Maine Country Music Hall of Fame founder “Slim” Andrews, who died Jan. 15 at age 90 after a long battle with cancer. “I cherish fond memories of Slim – a kind, warm and gentle man with a quick wit and a brilliant […]
Why Lata Mangeshkar was an Indian music icon
Lata Mangeshkar, the Indian playback singer who lent her shy, feminine voice to Indian film heroines for more than seven decades and became one of Bollywood’s most powerful figures in the process, died in Mumbai on Sunday. The singer, 92, had been hospitalized since early January for Covid-19. Indian cinema is so intertwined with its […]
Amir Locke filed documents to start a music business
Before he was shot dead by a Minneapolis police officer, Amir Locke had made plans. The 22-year-old black man had filed paperwork to start a music business, his mother said, and had already designed a logo. Next week, he planned to move to Dallas, where he would be closer to his mother and – he […]
Now India.Arie, Graham Nash get their music from Spotify
Over the past week, superstar artists Neil Young and Joni Mitchell have pulled their catalogs from Spotify in response to what they say is the company’s spread of “misinformation” about Covid-19 vaccines. The catalyst for Young’s removal of his music from the service was recently released open letter of hundreds of medical professionals, calling on […]
Domino Publishing – Creative Assistant – Publishing (USA)
Domino Publishing Company is seeking a full-time Creative Assistant. We are looking for someone who has great interpersonal skills, is self-directed and has the ability to work in an open group environment. The main purpose of the Creative Assistant is to assist the Creative Synch department and GM-North America. This person will also be expected […]
Australian music icon Glenn Wheatley dies of Covid aged 74
Australian music icon Glenn Wheatley has tragically passed away. The legendary music producer and talent manager died in Melbourne on Tuesday after apparently suffering from complications from Covid. Stay up to date with the latest news with The National Briefing – keep up to date with news as it happens A “pioneer“in the Australian music […]
Did you know the icon of the music once played for the troops?
Janet Jackson performs on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival on June 29, 2019 (Photo: Female POV/Alamy Live News). Janet Jackson is a music industry icon, actress, mother and the youngest brother of the Jackson family, but did you know that she can also add performances to the troops and their families to her list […]
Music icon joins Neil Young in severing ties with Spotify
Joni Mitchell is seeking to remove all of her music from Spotify in solidarity with Neil Young, who sparked a protest against the streaming service for airing a podcast featuring a personality who spread false information about the coronavirus. Mitchell, who like Young is a California-based songwriter who enjoyed much of her success in the […]
BMG – Senior Manager, Royalty Audit (US)
Come as you are. As the great Kurt Cobain* once said, “Come as you are.” BMG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and we celebrate diversity in all its forms. Equal opportunity is deeply rooted in our core value of fairness and we are committed to creating a truly inclusive work environment where everyone […]
Elton John postponed: Positive COVID-19 test impacts music icon’s Farewell Yellow Brick Road dates in Dallas
DALLAS, Texas – Elton John has postponed the next two shows of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour after testing positive for COVID-19. The 74-year-old music icon’s camp has announced the postponement of a two-night slate at the American Airlines Center in Dallas that was scheduled to begin Tuesday night. “It is with great regret […]
Sir Elton John tests positive for COVID-19; The music icon performed in Houston this past weekend
HOUSTON – Legendary singer Elton John has suspended his concert tour after testing positive for COVID-19, according to tour officials. John, 74, had just returned to the stage last week, after taking a nearly two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The singer, who is traveling the country on his “Elton and the Farewell Yellow Brick […]
Elvis Costello signs exclusive global music publishing deal with BMG
Legendary British songwriter Elvis Costello has signed an exclusive worldwide music publishing deal with BMG to perform his life’s work. The deal includes his latest album The boy named Si, which entered the Official UK Albums Chart last week at No. 6, its highest position since 1994. Under the agreement, BMG will administer the rights […]
Anghami set to list on NASDAQ as SPAC shareholders approve merger
Spotify’s prominent rival in the Middle East, Anghami, is set to become a NASDAQ-listed company. In March 2021, Anghami entered into a definitive merger agreement with Vistas Media Acquisition Company, a publicly traded Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC), with the agreement expected to result in Anghami listing on NASDAQ in New York. . The way […]
Country music icon Josh Turner coming to the Knox County Illinois Fair
KNOXVILLE — One of country music’s most recognizable voices will be heading to the Knox County Fair on July 14. Josh Turner, who has sold over 8.5 million units and amassed over 2.5 billion online streams, will headline the evening with multi-platinum and three-time Grammy-nominated Joe Nichols. Awards. The concert will take place at the […]
Sony Music acquires Bob Dylan’s recorded music catalog
Sony Music Entertainment (SME) has acquired Bob Dylan’s entire catalog of recorded music. SME has also acquired the rights to several future new releases, in what the company calls “a major expansion” of its six-decade relationship with the legendary artist. The deal, which SME calls a “historic deal”, reached in July 2021 and includes the […]
Brett Yormark named chief operating officer at Roc Nation
Brett Yormark has been promoted to COO of Roc Nation. In this role, Yormark will provide leadership and strategic vision across all verticals of Roc Nation, while continuing to develop and execute long-term organizational goals to support business growth. Brett Yormark will continue to lead Roc Nation Unified alongside Roc Nation Unified Co-CEO Michael Yormark. […]