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February Round-up: Four music events to attend

Winter holidays have passed quickly, and there are the wonders of the new year ahead. Best to begin it with careful planning of the festival...

Homeless Hell: The Camp That Could Kill Rock History

Sunset Studio, one of the few remaining recording studios in Hollywood after many closed due to high costs and new technologies, faces a danger worse than a single wild rock star. Sunset Sound’s three studios have produced more than 300 gold records but they could be ruined by a filthy homeless camp next to the building. Garbage is stacked high, needles and pipes are scattered on the ground and homeless people use the street as a toilet.

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Tainted Love: YouTube and AI

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State Of Independence: Small Broadcasters Make Themselves Heard

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SoundCloud Gives Artists the Power to Connect with Fans Like Never Before

SoundCloud introduces Fans, a new tool that allows artists to connect with their most engaged listeners.

Long-awaited show of Björk cancelled due to production issues

One of the most famous Icelanders had to cancel her high-tech Cornucopia show in Reykjavik due to mysterious production issues. Björk has been touring the...

EU’s Proposed AI Act Could Have Major Impact on Music Industry

The European Union (EU) is proposing a new law to regulate artificial intelligence (AI). The Artificial Intelligence Act (AIA) aims to "strengthen Europe's position as a global hub of excellence in AI from the lab to the market, ensure that AI in Europe respects our values and rules, and harness the potential of AI for industrial use." The AIA could have a significant impact on the music industry.

UK Watchdog: AI Is Like A Puppy, But We’re Not Sure If It’s Housebroken Yet

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) of the United Kingdom has announced that it will be reviewing the artificial intelligence (AI) market. The review...
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Post Malone Wins Prestigious Award for Writing Songs About Drinking and Drugs

In a move that has left many scratching their heads, Post Malone has been awarded the Songwriters Hall of Fame's Hal David Starlight Award for Young Creators. The award is given to "gifted young songwriters who are making a significant impact in the music industry with their original songs."

Update: Ed Sheeran Defends Himself Against Copyright Infringement Claims In Court

On Monday, Ed Sheeran took the stand during his copyright infringement trial, where he was being sued by the estate of one of Marvin Gaye's co-writers.

The Biggest Music Event in Canada is Back

Canadian Music Week 2023, the country's leading entertainment event showcasing conferences, trade exhibitions, award shows, and a six-night new music festival featuring hundreds of bands at various live music venues in downtown Toronto.

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Homeless Hell: The Camp That Could Kill Rock History

Sunset Studio, one of the few remaining recording studios in Hollywood after many closed due to high costs and new technologies, faces a danger worse than a single wild rock star. Sunset Sound’s three studios have produced more than 300 gold records but they could be ruined by a filthy homeless camp next to the building. Garbage is stacked high, needles and pipes are scattered on the ground and homeless people use the street as a toilet.

TikTok vs Universal Music and The Music Businesses Coming of Age

Well, it’s definitely been an interesting few weeks, looking across the ballfield of TikTok vs Universal Music. What is heartening to see is that major labels such as Universal Music seem to have finally learned from previous mistakes made initially in the 1980s. 

Unleashing Chaos: How To Get Free Music- And Why The Music Industry Can’t Stop It

The same platform that brought you cat videos and cringe-worthy influencers is now the go-to place for snagging every song imaginable. Thanks to some clever websites, you can rip the audio from any YouTube video, download it as an MP3 or .wav file, and sail the seas of free music. No subscriptions, no ads, no hassle.