Music Industry News
A collection of Music latest news, analysis and best practices from top business influencers and the world's most trustworthy sources.
The Music Industry's $20 Billion Public Market Problem
Good afternoon from Los Angeles and happy election week. Please vote. And if you have a good tip or a story idea, please message me at or on Signal.
Disabled Fans Say the Live-Music Industry Can Do Better: 'We Are Not a Pain in the Ass
U ntil recently, I didn't have to think about disability accommodations at concerts. I could stand and dance for hours, navigate steep stairs, and lose myself in the euphoria of singing alongside friends and strangers. But cancer, a spinal issue…
Italy's mega-concert boom: live music generated €4.3 billion in economic impact in 2025
ROME – Live music in Italy is proving bulletproof. Every indicator in the sector is on the rise. This comes despite controversy over soaring ticket prices, steep booking fees, rampant online scalping, abysmal event conditions, and predatory…
Juan Atkins, co-creator of the techno music genre, has died
Juan Atkins, who helped create the techno music genre with school friends in suburban Detroit in the 1980s, has died, his booking agency said Sunday. Collaborator Kevin Saunderson also shared the news on his Facebook page, saying, “Juan was…
New music venue bids to revive Wakefield's gigging glory days
There was a time when Wakefield buzzed with live music as crowds packed into pubs to watch bands such as The Cribs and The Kooks during their rise to fame. Although much of the grassroots scene has since faded, a new live music venue hopes to bring…
From folk to dance: Spotify to launch AI music remix service in months
New York | Spotify is targeting an early 2027 launch for a new AI-powered service that will let listeners create their own remixes and covers of songs, as it negotiates licensing deals and tries to persuade artists to embrace the technology. The…
Tributes pour in as music legend dies in hotel room before show
Producer and techno pioneer Juan Atkins has died at the age of 64 American music producer Juan Atkins has died at the age of 64. Confirming the news on Sunday (1 November), his agency, Greensmith Artists, revealed that the artist was found…
The latest wellness hack claims you can maximise your protein by listening to music
If you've spent any time consuming fitness content lately, chances are you've come across proteinmaxxing. It's essentially all about maximising your intake, whether that means checking food labels, adding extra ingredients to your meals or…
Wolf Alice keeps fans guessing by following their musical muse
Since they began in London, England, in 2010, Wolf Alice has gone from a duo to a fuzzy, grungy band, to one that now brings out all kinds of feels from the 1970s. Now up to four albums along with a series, four EPs (including one of lullabies) and…
Ausify Campaign Returns as Australian Music's Streaming Share Hits New Low
Ausify, the national campaign to lift Australian music's visibility at home, launched its second year Monday (Nov. 2) against a worsening backdrop: local music now accounts for just 8.5% of all audio streamed in Australia. That figure comes from…
Photos: MJ THE MUSICAL Cast Performs Special Thrillerween Curtain Call
The cast of the four-time Tony Award-winning musical MJ, led by Ilario Grant in the title role, marked Halloween with the show's annual tradition of a special finale performance of Michael Jackson 's iconic hit 'Thriller.' Check out the photos! The…
Sir James MacMillan on breaking down the barriers around classical music
MacMillan, who grew up in Cumnock and describes his family background as “very modest”, knows the pressures and perceptions that can make classical music feel elitist. “There's sometimes an expectation that you have to be a…
Irish cruise with music and Guinness sails from Liverpool next summer
An incredible cruise is due to set sail from Liverpool's cruise terminal next year. The six night Cultural Charm Of Ireland trip leaves the docks on June 20 2027, exploring Cobh, Galway, and Killybegs, before returning to the docks on June 26.
Noise complaints halt outdoor music events at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, organisers rue loss of venue
SINGAPORE: Former industrial hub turned vibrant arts cluster Tanjong Pagar Distripark has paused outdoor music events due to noise complaints from its neighbours. Independent music collective Cream Team, which has held its long-running Ice Cream…
Grand Theft Auto 6 teased a handful of its upcoming radio stations and its music curation is as strong as ever
Grand Theft Auto's radio stations have long stood as an integral part of the series' whole vibe—either offering time capsules of the times each game was set in (Vice City), or offering a realistic blend of classic and modernity a la Grand…
Receive a Daily briefing on Music Industry News
Get Started