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Drop in artist tour frequencyAlright, here’s the deal — it appears artists aren’t touring as much as they once did. New data from Chartmetric reveals that touring has seen a significant decline from 2022 to 2024, and this trend affects not only the indie artists but also the major stars. According to Chartmetric’s findings, mid-tier…

New artists signed by Warner Music LatinaWow, Warner Music Latina has been busily expanding their roster like a pie at a roadside shop. They’ve just brought DFZM on board — that Latin urban-pop duo that’s been generating buzz faster than waves at Bondi. These stars are riding high after grabbing attention with their dynamic performances…

Consequences for the Latin music sectorMate, this is a huge moment for the Latin scene. With Universal Music’s Global Talent Services (GTS) taking over Rosa Lagarrigue Management (RLM), we’re witnessing a monumental change in how Latin talent will be represented worldwide. RLM has been a dominant force in Latin pop and rock for ages, managing…

Inside the world of Nashville producersPicture this: you step into a studio in East Nashville, where the atmosphere feels like a fusion of a retro record store and a spacecraft. That’s the vibe these producers are vibing with. I joined a session with one chap who had six synthesizers, three guitars, and a dog that…

Songs that reveal industry challengesAlright, let’s jump into the heart of tracks that don’t merely discuss the music industry – they rip off the disguise completely. These songs hold nothing back, and honestly, they’re as unrefined as a pub performance on a weekday. “A&R” – Ted Leo and the Pharmacists: This one’s a playful dig…

Music Biz conference returns to Atlanta in 2026Hey legends, mark your calendars — the Music Biz conference is gearing up to return to Atlanta in 2026. That’s right, you heard correctly. After spending some time in various other cities, the brightest minds in the industry are bringing the excitement back to the peach state’s capital.…

Leadership change at MerlinJeremy Sirota’s tenure guiding Merlin has reached its conclusion after six impactful years. The guy has significantly contributed to transforming the global digital rights agency into a formidable force for independents, but he’s now stepping back with no successor announced. The timing is somewhat unexpected—there’s been no announcement regarding his replacement, and…

Current status of the live events sectorHey mate, if you believed the live events landscape was quieting down, think again — it’s making a comeback like an audience at a packed AC/DC concert. On May 8, the Departure Conference at Toronto’s Hotel X transformed into the hub for some serious conversations in the industry, with…

Details and Aims of the InvestigationListen up, folks — here’s the lowdown. The U.S. Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission have geared up for action and are paddling right into the turbulent waters of the live entertainment industry. They’ve launched a formal probe to uncover whether key players in the concert arena have…

Highlights from the Music Marketing AwardsIf you didn’t catch the Music Marketing Awards this week, you truly missed an incredible event. The heavy hitters brought their A-game with some of the most innovative campaigns we’ve encountered in ages. The focus was on artists who transcended the standard promotional nonsense and genuinely engaged with fans in…