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LISTEN: Theron Thomas Discusses the Competitive Business of Songwriting, From Co-Penning Rosé and Bruno Mars' 'Apt.' to the State of the Music Industry
On the latest episode of Variety ‘s Strictly Business podcast, Theron Thomas discusses the ins and outs of being one of the music industry's most consistently successful songwriters, reminiscing on his early days making music in his native…
Who would listen to AI 'music?
Credit: Possessed Photography / Unsplash Music giant Warner Music Group announced last week that it had reached a “groundbreaking partnership agreement” with Suno, the AI startup at the forefront of AI-generated music it had sued for…
Guns N' Roses Dominates New Music Friday With A Pair Of Top 10 Bestsellers
Two new Guns N' Roses songs — 'Nothin'' and 'Atlas' — debut inside the top 10 on iTunes, becoming the bestselling drops this Friday (December 5). INDIO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 06: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY) (L-R) Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff…
The best music books of 2025
Enraging, thoroughly depressing, but entirely necessary, Mood Music offers a timely, forensically researched demolition of Spotify. In Pelly's account, the music streaming giant views music as a kind of nondescript sonic wallpaper, artists as an…
Rihanna Makes History With Her Latest Album, Even As Fans Wait For New Music
Rihanna's Anti reaches 500 weeks on the Billboard 200, becoming the first album by a Black solo female musician to make it to that landmark. LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Rihanna attends the launch of Fenty Hair exclusively at Selfridges on…
Ed Sheeran Would Do A Movie Musical If The Right Story Came Along
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Ed Sheeran attends a Special Screening and Q&A of Apple Original Films 'F1' on November 15, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Eric Charbonneau/Apple TV via Getty Images) Ed Sheeran doesn't think his…
Riyadh Music Week Set for Citywide Music Takeover With Fringe
Riyadh Music Week is a vibrant celebration of music that brings together the industry's brightest talents and passionate enthusiasts alike. This year, we invite everyone to join us in a unique musical journey as we spotlight grassroots venues and…
I was on the losing side four times in the Ashes then I opted to pursue music
Mark Butcher swapped his bat for a guitar after retiring from cricket with four Ashes series appearances. The Croydon-born cricketer, who made his Test debut in 1997 and scored eight centuries during his career, enjoyed a 17-year stint as an…
Slowing Down the Internet Won't Stop Music Piracy
There was a moment during the oral arguments of a copyright case before the US Supreme Court this week that ought to give pause to everyone who uses the internet — that is, pretty much everyone. No, I don't believe any horror is coming…
Inside Riot Games' Music Business Rise, From Collaborations With Twenty One Pilots to Stray Kids
When it comes to creating the ultimate music experience for gamers, Riot Games has a stringent philosophy. “The religion internally at Riot is building all the things that strengthen our community,” says Maria Egan, head of global…
Fashion's Musical Chairs: All The Designer Changes of 2025
While trying to define the state of the fashion industry over the past few months, one phrase comes to mind: All shook up. It seems that no one can stand still recently—designers keep jumping around from job to job like frogs on lily pads.
Broadway's Leading Men: A Musical Celebration
Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ PBS and The American Pops Orchestra are proud to present 'Broadway's Leading Men: A Musical Celebration,' a special concert event celebrating the unforgettable male characters and beloved songs that have…
Music Sustainability Summit 2026 Announces Program For April Event
Organizers of the 2026 Music Sustainability Summit have announced the program for the event this spring. Happening on April 15 at Solotech Studios in Hollywood, Calif., the event will feature panels on topics including: Beyond Concert Tees: What…
Friday Music Guide: New Music From Lil Baby, Luke Combs, GloRilla and More
Billboard's Friday Music Guide serves as a handy guide to this Friday's most essential releases — the key music that everyone will be talking about today, and that will be dominating playlists this weekend and beyond. See latest videos…
Gene Simmons to Testify in Washington on the American Music Fairness Act
Gene Simmons, the Kiss co-lead singer and bassist, is gearing up for a conversation on the Hill. The musician, known for his 55+ tenure in live music, will testify before a Senate panel on legislation that would require radio corporations to…
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