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Mental health issues in the music industryHey, musicians, let’s dive into a topic that’s a bit more serious than a dropped D tuning—mental health within the music realm. It appears that being a musician involves more than just late nights, epic gigs, and the occasional complimentary drink. Studies reveal that artists in both the UK…

Trailblazing women in Hong Kong’s music sectorThe music landscape in Hong Kong is undergoing a significant transformation, with women at the forefront. These icons aren’t just crafting melodies—they’re reshaping the industry narrative. From establishing independent record labels to organizing meaningful events, they are demonstrating that the scene isn’t solely a male domain. Consider Yuki Lovey,…

Collaboration between Rancho Humilde and SonyRancho Humilde is stirring excitement once more, this time joining forces with Sony Music Pictures and Sony Music Latin for an ambitious new venture. The influential label, celebrated for elevating regional Mexican music to unprecedented levels, is venturing into cinema with CLIKA, a feature film poised to express its distinctive…

How unofficial remixes enhance artist visibilityUnofficial remixes and mashups have emerged as a clever pathway to prominence for rising artists. When an indie producer transforms a hit into something innovative, it aligns their name with the original artist—bypassing the need for a record contract or radio airplay. Streaming services and social media have transformed these…

Drake reaches agreement with iHeartMedia regarding ‘Not Like Us’ airplayDrake and iHeartMedia have reached a consensus concerning the airplay of ‘Not Like Us.’ After some negotiation, both parties have arrived at a settlement, effectively resolving the conflict that had developed regarding the song’s frequent play on iHeartRadio stations. The situation escalated when iHeartMedia reportedly aired…

HYBE’s stock ascends amid BTS reunion rumorsHey, if you’ve been watching the markets, you’d have noticed that HYBE’s stock has taken off this week. The South Korean entertainment behemoth, which houses BTS, experienced a notable increase in shares—while the general market seemed a bit bleak. And the reason? A new wave of conjecture that the…

Latest Alexa Update and Its Key FeaturesAlright, folks, Alexa has just undergone a refresh, and it’s definitely worth checking out. On February 26, Amazon launched a new update, enhancing its voice assistant with more intelligence and, ideally, reducing that robotic awkwardness. So, what’s in store? Well, to kick things off, Alexa now has a more…

Court decision compels Ultra Music Publishing to change its brandingDid Ultra Music Publishing really believe they could continue under that title indefinitely? Apparently not, as a judge has just brought them down. Effective Tuesday, February 25, they are mandated to rebrand following a legal confrontation concerning the “Ultra” trademark. It appears that Sony’s Ultra Records…

Yasiin Bey’s groundbreaking album launchYasiin Bey is redefining the norms with an audacious and unique strategy for unveiling his forthcoming album, Forensics. Steering clear of the typical streaming release, he’s choosing a more engaging, participatory experience for his audience. Let’s face it, in an age where albums fade into the streaming abyss, this approach is…

Championing property rights amid disagreementHonestly, it’s downright outrageous to think that anyone should relinquish their property rights—particularly regarding their own creations. Artists have been resolute, ensuring that no one takes advantage of them when it comes to ownership. Let’s face it, if you’ve put in the effort, why should anyone else benefit without doing the…