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Music Industry Moves: Brian Eno Relaunches Opal Records; Columbia Records Names Corey 'C-Notes' Calder SVP
Opal Records, the label founded by the legendary musician-producer Brian Eno in 1988, is returning after more than three decades. The relaunch is beginning with the reissue of two Eno albums: “Another Day on Earth” (2005) and his…
Universal Music is launching an AI music platform with ElevenLabs
UMG's AI music platform will let users create remixes, mashups, and new takes on tracks. UMG's AI music platform will let users create remixes, mashups, and new takes on tracks. Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photo from Getty Images Emma Roth is a…
Suno releases its first AI music model made with record industry help
v6 still can't capture the “natural imperfections” of real human music. v6 still can't capture the “natural imperfections” of real human music. Terrence O'Brien is the Verge's weekend editor. He's covered the tech…
Universal Music Group is collaborating with ElevenLabs on a new AI-powered creation platform
Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs have announced a new multi-year licensing agreement and 'wider strategic collaboration' that will see them launch a new AI-powered licensed music platform. The deal with UMG is the first that ElevenLabs has cut…
AI Song Generator Suno Releases New Model Developed With Warner Music
The controversial AI music generator Suno just rolled out its latest model on Wednesday. Differing from its previous models, this one was developed in cooperation with music industry giants Warner Music Group, BMG and Believe. AI music is somehow…
Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs to Launch AI-Powered Music Platform in Expansive Licensing Deal
Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs are getting into business. The label has struck an expansive licensing agreement with the AI audio startup that will see ElevenLabs launch an AI-powered music platform built on UMG's catalog of artists. The…
Musical Times has odds slashed for 1,000 Guineas after dazzling Doncaster win
Musical Times rocketed to the head of the 1,000 Guineas market after a dazzling display at Doncaster. The Godolphin-owned filly, not seen on the track for 70 days, held an unbeaten record going into the Betfred May Hill Stakes. And she added to a…
Indonesia orders Netflix to pay US$4.3m in music royalties or face shutdown
Indonesia is demanding that Netflix pay an estimated 75 billion rupiah (US$4.3 million) in royalties accumulated since its launch in the country or risk being shut down. The National Collective Management Organisation (LMKN), a government-supported…
Harry Styles raises doubts over his music future in new message to fans
Harry Styles teased a major announcement overnight on Instagram with a caption reading '2027. Tomorrow', before confirming to fans via email that he is expanding his global Together, Together tour into 2027. The 32-year-old singer explained that…
Selichot above Jerusalem: An evening of music, reflection and connection
A special evening of music, inspiration and reflection will take place in Jerusalem on Wednesday, September 16, as IsraelProperty.com and Israel Canada host a Selichot concert on the rooftop of the historic former Shaare Zedek Hospital at 161 Jaffa…
Anthracite Opera to present 'Autumn, a Harvest of Music'
Linda Houck is the accompanist. Pat Marcinko is a master of ceremonies. Phil Rossi plays guitar and sings. Gary Richards is founder and coordinator of Anthracite Opera. Kyle Jenkins plays classical guitar. Anthracite Opera will present…
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Spotify turns everyday chores into music moments in new campaign
Spotify has launched Roz ke kaam fun banao, Spotify Chalao, a campaign built around the role of music in making everyday activities more enjoyable. The campaign comprises eight films across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Bhojpuri. The films…
As Suno Rolls Out Its New AI Models With Industry Licenses, What Does That Mean For the Music Business?
On Wednesday (Sept. 9), Suno announced its new line of AI music models, which the company says are its first “in partnership with the music industry.” Called v6, the models are said to be the fastest models released by the AI music…
UMG Inks Deal With ElevenLabs to Develop AI Music Remix Platform
Universal Music Group has inked a new multi-year licensing agreement with ElevenLabs, the AI audio research and product giant. According to the press release, ElevenLabs and UMG will work on a new, bespoke AI-powered music platform for fans…
Universal Music Group & Warner Chappell Launch Ecuadorian Music Company Sonido Distrito Sur
Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Chappell Music (WCM) have teamed up to launch Sonido Distrito Sur (SDS), Billboard can exclusively announce. SDS, which brings together UMG's record label infrastructure and WCM's publishing infrastructure, is…
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