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Witherby, with Edinburgh Napier and Stirling, launches publishing scholarships
Witherby Publishing Group has joined forces with Edinburgh Napier University and the University of Stirling to launch two publishing scholarships. The scholarships aim to support individuals from 'under-represented or disadvantaged backgrounds' and…
Luke Combs Signs Global Deal With Universal Music Publishing
Universal Music Publishing Group has signed an exclusive global publishing agreement with country superstar Luke Combs. UMPG said the pact covers all of the singer's songs going forward, but declined to give any other specifics about the deal.
Northwest Press Celebrates Ten Years of Publishing with DASH
If you find yourself in the overlap of people who read comics and have been on social media, ever, you have learned at least two things. The first being, Comics Twitter ™, which is often not a fun place. The second being that it is a truth…
Latin Artists Gain Recognition as Marisa Monte Signs with Universal Music Publishing
Brazilian singer-songwriter Marisa Monte recently signed a global administration agreement with the Universal Music Publishing Group, gaining Latin artists more recognition in the industry. Monte, who is also a producer and instrumentalist, is…
Publishing Rayhan's details uncalled for, say activists as xenophobia fills immigration Facebook
PETALING JAYA: The authorities' move to go public with the personal details of a Bangladeshi worker wanted for speaking up on alleged mistreatment by immigration officers has sparked a fresh round of xenophobic and anti-migrant comments on the…
Sony/ATV signs Bobby Sessions to global co-publishing deal
Sony/ATV Music Publishing has signed Bobby Sessions to a global co-publishing deal. The rapper, songwriter and artist co-wrote the US chart-topper Savage Remix by Megan Thee Stallion and Beyoncé. His other credits include singles such as The…
Marisa Monte signs to Universal Music Publishing Group
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) has signed Brazilian artist Marisa Monte and her Monte Songs catalogue, which is overseen by her manager Simon Fuller. Spanning pop, rock, samba, folk, jazz and opera, Monte has released several chart-topping…
Sony/ATV Signs Karen Kosowski To Publishing Deal
SONY/ATV MUSIC PUBLISHING NASHVILLE has signed CANADIAN songwriter/producer KAREN KOSOWSKI to a global publishing deal. KOSOWSKI is known for her craft in both Country and Pop, and is a formally trained multi- instrumentalist. Her songs have been…
Tributes to Barkingside author and conservationist who died at 40, days before publishing debut novel
Jackie was an amateur photographer and she took this photo of an infant chimp which they named Jackie in memory of her. Picture: Jacqueline Rohen City girl Jackie Rohen traded the streets of Redbridge for the remote village of Hoima, Uganda after…
Primedia latest media group to eye job cuts from economic shock of Covid-19 | Fin24
Primedia has become the latest local media company to raise the possibility of jobs cuts from the economic impact Covid-19. The group includes radio stations 702, KFM and CapeTalk, as well as national news brand EWN. It also has an advertising arm.
Jeff Tweedy elaborates on the need for music industry reparations for Black artists
Back in June, Wilco 's Jeff Tweedy announced he would, going forward, be giving 5% of his publishing royalties to organizations that are 'working toward racial justice,' and he encouraged others to do the same. 'The modern music industry is built…
Media analyst Ken Doctor on the future of news media outlets amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Ken Doctor, media analyst and author of Newsonomics: Twelve New Trends That Will Shape the News You Get, speaks with Ji about the pandemic's effects on newspapers, magazines, and digital media companies, the ownership standstill of Tribune…
Mark Waid and Ibrahim Moustafa Talk the Future of Humanoids
Just a month ago, the future of the comics industry appeared to hang in the balance as quarantine led to comic shops closing, Diamond halting shipments, and publishers issuing pencils down orders left and right. Now, as restrictions ease and…
Making sense of how the music industry works online masterclass
AIMED AT the unsigned or do-it-yourself artist, musicpreneur, or those who provide artists, songwriters and producers with specialist support, the Making Sense Of How The Music Industry Works masterclass online might be just what you are looking…
After settling into Baltimore, award winning author Toni Tipton Martin is plotting her next cooking move
It might sound strange to hear that Toni Tipton Martin is finding her voice. The food editor, author and two-time James Beard Award winner is one of the leading authorities in the history of Black food. But a move to Baltimore, mixed with the…
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