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U.K. Music Industry Reacts to Under-16s Social Media Ban: 'The Landscape Has Been Evolving Forever - This is No Different'
On Monday (June 15), British prime minister Keir Starmer set out the Labour government's plans to roll out strict age verification rules across social media, in response to his party's concerns about young people's online safety and overall…
Family of new UNH football coach has rich history in music industry
Family of new UNH football coach has rich history in music industry New Hampshire Chronicle | June 15, 2026 INCLUDES PLENTY OF FOOTBALL AND A UNIQUE CONNECTION TO MUSIC HISTORY. DON'T MISS IT, DON'T MISS IT. EVEN THOUGH FOOTBALL SEASON IS MONTHS…
Music Streaming Platform Qobuz Bucks The Trend With 45.7% Growth In 2025
In 2025, the global recorded music market notched up sales of $31.7 billion, according to IFPI Global Music Report. Streaming services accounted for 69.6% of total revenue and is continuing to drive the sector's growth. Within the streaming sector…
Grammy introduces 5 new categories, traditional music gets its flowers
The Recording Academy has announced the addition of five new categories starting the 2027 iteration of the Grammy Awards. As per the latest announcement, the 69th Grammy Awards, scheduled to take place in February, will introduce five new…
Maya Jama looks incredible as she stars in music video for Brit indie band
MAYA Jama looks sensational starring in the new music video from hit indie band Blossoms. The Love Island presenter can be seen sassily lip-syncing along to the track, channelling Diana Ross with her huge curly hair and a figure-hugging silver…
Cheap bus fares and broom cupboard sparked music revolution in major UK city
Better known for its steel than its music, over the decades, Sheffield has produced incredible acts, from The Human League to the Arctic Monkeys, Pulp and Def Leppard. A year after one of the city's most iconic venues, The Leadmill, closed its…
New Asian pop and folk categories announced by music's Grammy Awards
Based on feedback from its members, the 2027 show will honor Best Asian Pop Music Performance, Best R&B Collaboration Performance, Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance, Best Traditional Folk Album and Best Latin Song. The academy also redefined…
Spotify now lets you judge your friends' music choices
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Spotify is introducing “Track Reactions” in collaborative playlists. Members can react to songs in the playlist from a set of six emojis. The feature is rolling out in select markets in the coming…
Veteran theater executive to lead Academy of Music
NORTHAMPTON — A theater executive with more than 30 years of experience in performance, directing, education and arts administration has been selected to lead the historic Academy of Music downtown. The Academy of Music announced Tuesday…
Qobuz Delivers 45.7% Revenue Growth in 2025 in a Paid Music Streaming Market Growing at 8.8%
PARIS, June 16, 2026 /CNW/ -- In 2025, the global recorded music market reached $31.7 billion (IFPI), with streaming accounting for 69.6% and driving the sector's growth. Within streaming, the paid subscription model leads with +8.8% growth.
Paddington the Musical to transfer to Broadway
Production News Jun 16, 202613:35 by Katie Chambers Paddington the Musical. Photo by Johan Persson Paddington the Musical will transfer to Broadway in spring 2027 following its triumph at the Olivier Awards this year Join over 100,000 theatremakers…
5 New Apple Music Features Coming In iOS 27
After a big update to Apple Music with iOS 26, with the latest batch of features arriving in iOS 26.4, Apple took a step back from upgrading the streaming service in iOS 27. After the WWDC 2026 keynote, the company revealed a few tweaks, and…
Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul Is Coming to Theaters Tomorrow
Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul, the new documentary on the life of the legendary Allman Brothers Band singer/keyboardist, has announced a short theatrical run. The revealing film, which features previously unreleased Gregg Allman interview…
Juanes, Carlos Vives, Camilo & Fonseca Talk on Fatherhood, Music & Soccer | Billboard Cover
Billboard Español cover stars Juanes, Carlos Vives, Camilo and Fonseca come together for a very special conversation about music, soccer, Colombia, and what it means to be a father. From unforgettable memories at the stadium to how…
Taylor Swift Sparks New Music Rumors with 9-Hour Studio Session
Watch: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Step Out for Broadway Date Night at ‘Oh, Mary!' Taylor Swift is pacing in her pen again. Just over six months since the Grammy winner dropped her 12th album The Life of a Showgirl, it would appear she's once…
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