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Warner Music and Blavatnik Fund Announce 2026 Grantees
Warner Music and Blavatnik Social Justice Fund have announced their first round of 2026 grantees, allocating nearly $6 million to various organizations. The Warner Music/Blavatnik Social Justice Fund has unveiled its first set of grantees for 2026, distributing almost $6 million to 17 organizations. Among these, eight are music-focused, with four being newcomers to the…
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Sony Music Publishing Honored at 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
Sony Music Publishing has been recognized for its significant impact on the R&B and hip-hop music scene. Sony Music Publishing has been awarded the prestigious Publisher of the Year title at the 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. This accolade highlights the company’s influence in the music industry, particularly for its representation of 27 of the most-performed…
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Vanessa Bosåen Departs Virgin Music Group After Leading UK Operations
Vanessa Bosåen has stepped down from her role at Virgin Music Group, where she has been a key figure since 2021. Vanessa Bosåen, a prominent figure in the music industry, has announced her departure from Virgin Music Group. She has been at the helm of the UK business since its inception in 2021. Her exit…
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Dr. Dre Embraces AI as a Creative Tool in Music
Dr. Dre sees artificial intelligence as a new frontier for musical innovation. Renowned music producer and rapper Dr. Dre has expressed his enthusiasm for incorporating artificial intelligence into the music creation process. In a recent interview, he described AI as a ‘new tool for creativity’ that can enhance the artistic process rather than replace it.…
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MC Lyte honored for campaign to improve radio royalty fairness
MC Lyte has received the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award in recognition of her advocacy for artists and her support for changes to radio royalty policy. MC Lyte has been recognized with the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award for her work advocating for creators, according to the information provided. The honor places attention on her efforts to…
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Jamen Capital and Merlin finalize purchase of Curve Royalty Systems
The acquisition of Curve Royalty Systems by Jamen Capital and Merlin has closed after receiving final approval from the European Commission. Jamen Capital and Merlin have completed their acquisition of Curve Royalty Systems from Virgin Music Group, according to an announcement from the companies. The transaction had been awaiting final regulatory clearance before it could…