Tag #Music Industry

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Lil Nas X Arrested: Father Speaks on Son's Mental Health Amidst Felony Charges

Following his arrest and four felony charges for allegedly assaulting police officers in Los Angeles on August 21, Lil Nas X's father, Robert Stafford, revealed his son's struggles with immense career pressure, family responsibilities, and his mother's addiction, shedding light on the mental health ...

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Police's Summers and Copeland Sue Sting Over Royalties

Guitarist Andy Summers and drummer Stewart Copeland of The Police are suing singer Sting for allegedly insufficient earnings from their hit songs, highlighting common disputes over royalty distribution among band members, especially relevant with the re-release of old albums and the rise of streamin...

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Cardi B Sample Sends Jay-Z's "Imaginary Players" Streams Soaring

Cardi B's new single, "Imaginary Playerz," which samples Jay-Z's "Imaginary Players" from his 1997 album, caused a 313% increase in streams for Jay-Z's song in the first four days of Cardi B's single's release, demonstrating the enduring power of sampling in the music industry.

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Govan Trial Jury Deliberates in Young Dolph Murder Case

A Memphis jury began deliberating the fate of Hernandez Govan, accused of orchestrating the November 2021 murder of rapper Young Dolph; key witness testimony implicated Govan in planning the attack stemming from a deadly rivalry between record labels.

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Spotify to Open Istanbul Office Amidst Bribery Allegations

Turkey's Culture and Tourism Minister announced Spotify will open an Istanbul office in 2026 following recent bribery and bot usage allegations within Spotify's Turkish operations, prompting investigations by both Spotify and Turkey's Competition Board.

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NSW Music Festival Funding Under Scrutiny Over Foreign Ownership

The NSW government faces criticism for awarding $1 million in taxpayer subsidies to Fuzzy, an Australian music festival operator now part of a British multinational with controversial investment ties, prompting calls for funding redirection and eligibility criteria review.

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AI and Copyright: Musicians Protest Music Devaluation

Over 1,000 artists protested UK copyright changes in February 2025 with a silent album, while 200 musicians, including Billie Eilish and Stevie Wonder, petitioned tech companies against music devaluation in April 2025, amidst rising concerns about AI's impact on artist compensation and rights.

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Dúo Dinámico: Pioneers of Spanish Youth Music

The Spanish musical duo Dúo Dinámico, formed in 1959, became the first Spanish youth music group, achieving significant popularity before facing competition from the British Invasion and transitioning to successful careers as industry figures, notably contributing to Julio Iglesias's launch.

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Lurker: A Co-Dependent Tale of Fandom and Obsession

In Alex Russell's directorial debut, Lurker, a young, isolated fan in pre-Covid LA manipulates his way into the life of his musical idol, resulting in a co-dependent relationship that explores the darker side of fandom and the complexities of human connection.

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Drake Sues Universal Music Group, Exposing Algorithmic Manipulation in Music Streaming

Drake sued Universal Music Group, alleging they manipulated Spotify streams to boost Kendrick Lamar's music at his expense, highlighting issues of algorithmic manipulation and lack of transparency in the streaming industry projected to have 827 million paid subscribers by 2025.

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Australian Musicians Boycott Spotify Over Military AI Investment

Australian psych-rock band King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, along with other independent musicians like David Bridie and Leah Senior, removed their music from Spotify to protest CEO Daniel Ek's investment in the AI military drone technology company Helsing, highlighting ethical concerns and the p...

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Sean Kingston Sentenced to 3.5 Years for Fraudulent Use of Celebrity Status

American singer Sean Kingston received a 3.5-year prison sentence for fraud, having used his fame to acquire expensive goods without payment, alongside his mother who is already serving a 5-year sentence for the same crime.

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