Tag #Music Industry

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Deezer Develops System to Address AI-Generated Music Copyright Issues

Deezer, facing lawsuits against AI music startups for copyright infringement, is developing a system to identify and potentially exclude completely AI-generated songs from royalty payments, aiming to prevent royalty pool dilution and address industry concerns.

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John Sykes, Rock Guitarist, Dies at 65

British rock guitarist John Sykes, known for his work with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, died at 65 after a battle with cancer, leaving a significant impact on the music world.

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Betty Boo Returns After Three-Decade Hiatus

Betty Boo, born Alison Clarkson in 1970, launched her solo career in 1990 with the platinum-selling album Boomania, winning a Brit Award; after a three-decade hiatus marked by co-writing hits for other artists and family responsibilities, she released her new album, Rip Up the Rulebook.

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Drake Sues Universal Music Group Over Allegations of False Accusations and Reputational Harm

Drake is suing Universal Music Group, alleging they spread false accusations to boost Kendrick Lamar's competing song and gain leverage in upcoming contract negotiations. The suit cites a shooting near Drake's home and claims of bot-driven promotion.

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Drake Sues UMG Over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us," Citing Incited Home Invasions

Drake is suing Universal Music Group (UMG) for damages resulting from the release of Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us," alleging that the song's promotion incited three home invasions, online harassment, and defamation. The lawsuit focuses on UMG's role, not Lamar's.

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Deezer and Sacem Implement Artist-Centric Streaming Payment Model

Deezer and Sacem announced a new artist-centric payment model on January 15th, prioritizing artists listened to by subscribers and combating fraudulent content to ensure fairer royalty distribution, particularly benefiting artists with over 1,000 streams from 500 unique subscribers who will receive ...

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McCartney Warns of AI Copyright Threat to Artists

Paul McCartney criticized proposed UK copyright law changes allowing AI to use artists' content without permission, arguing it could severely impact artists' income and creativity, prompting concerns about the future of the creative industries.

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Whitney Houston's Bodyguard Recounts Six Years Protecting the Star

David Roberts, Whitney Houston's former bodyguard for six years (1988-1995), recounts his experiences protecting her, revealing security challenges, the toll of fame, and industry pressures that ultimately led to concerns for her well-being, culminating in her tragic death in 2012.

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Eurosonic 2024: Diverse Strategies for Emerging European Artists

The Eurosonic festival in Groningen showcased nearly 275 European musical acts, with artists employing diverse strategies—from captivating live performances to unique musical traditions—to achieve international success, revealing evolving pathways beyond traditional metrics.

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Blackstone Explores \$3 Billion Sale of Music Rights Portfolio

Blackstone is exploring the sale of its music rights portfolio, including works by Bob Dylan, Adele, and Ariana Grande, for over \$3 billion, reflecting the booming market value of music assets driven by the growth of streaming services.

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Drake Sues UMG for Defamation Over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"

Canadian rapper Drake is suing UMG Recordings for defamation over Kendrick Lamar's song "Not Like Us," which he claims falsely accused him of being a pedophile and incited violence, resulting in an attack on his property on May 7, 2024, injuring his security guard.

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The Weeknd Postpones Album Release Due to California Wildfires

Due to the California wildfires, The Weeknd postponed his album "Hurry Up Tomorrow" release from January 24th to 31st and cancelled his January 25th Rose Bowl performance, citing concern for Los Angeles residents and pledging support for their recovery; Beyoncé also delayed an announcement and is su...

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