Universal Music Group (UMG) has reported a robust start to 2025, with Q1 revenues reaching €2.901 billion ($3.052 billion), marking a 9.5% year-over-year increase at constant currency. This growth was driven by strong performances across recorded music, publishing, and strategic digital initiatives. Recorded Music Performance UMG's recorded...
As of 2025, several K-pop idols have successfully transitioned from group activities to solo careers, achieving remarkable milestones and expanding their influence in the global music industry. Here are some of the most notable solo ventures: 🎤 Jennie (BLACKPINK) Jennie's debut solo studio album, Ruby, released on...
The copyright lawsuits are really beginning to pile on for ChatGPT developer OpenAI. In 2023, the company behind the world’s most prominent chatbot was hit by multiple lawsuits from authors, including Sarah Silverman and John Grisham, over its alleged use of copyrighted book texts. In their...
https://youtu.be/1Rc7WRob02M?si=fzH-EosZpU8e8-y5 A music website is one of the most effective marketing tools an artist can have to support their career. But if you’re just starting out as a musician, it’s hard to know what exactly to put on your website, or how to use its full...
Nigeria-based music executive Osagie Osarenz, Director of African Operations It all started when Osagie Osarenz quit her job. In 2008, Osarenz, now the Director of African Operations at artist and label services company ONErpm, was working in TV under the guidance of media mogul Mo Abudu as...
Using QR codes for music and art is a fun way to share a lot of detailed information that is neatly designed in one small space. They cater to any musical and artistic field and demographic with their wide variety of uses for any occasion....
In the vast digital jungle, where information roams wild and free, most of us rely on the trusty search engine compass to guide our way. Think about it: every day, countless people embark on online quests, typing away in search of… well, something. And guess...
So, you’ve poured your heart into crafting that perfect track, and it’s now out there for the world to hear. Yet, the echoes coming back aren’t as resounding as you’d hoped. No need to worry—there’s a key to unlocking every door, and in the music...
Playing at a music festival is one of the surest ways to grow your fan base and gain the attention of industry tastemakers. Earning a coveted slot on a festival lineup is a key indicator that you’re not only an extremely talented musician, but that...
A Lesson In Building Community & Super Fans (AKA Love Letter To Rob Gordon & What Are Records?) When you understand the value of community and connectivity and harness it to grow, you will have a sustainable career. What Rob understood was: Observing and staying in constant...