AI Revamps Holiday Classic with Spanish Twist
Brenda Lee's 'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree' gets AI-powered Spanish remake using SoundLabs' MicDrop tech
Music Tech
Viral TikTok Show Track Star Takes Music Industry by Storm
Track Star, a viral TikTok game show, has become a sensation in the music industry, featuring A-list celebrities and politicians, and expanding its franchise.
African Artists Shine on Rolling Stone's 2024 Top 100 Albums of the Year
Four African artists, Tems, Rema, Arya Star, and Tyla, make Rolling Stone's 2024 Top 100 Albums of the Year, showcasing the continent's explosive music growth.
Drake Sues Universal Music Group Over Alleged Defamation and Payola Schemes
Rapper Drake accuses Universal Music Group of promoting Kendrick Lamar's diss track with bots and payola, harming his reputation and endangering his safety.
Drake Withdraws Accusation Against Spotify and UMG Over Kendrick Lamar's Diss Track
Rapper Drake drops petition accusing Spotify and Universal Music Group of artificially inflating streaming numbers for Kendrick Lamar's diss track, but a second lawsuit against UMG and iHeartRadio remains active.
Spotify and UMG Strike Multi-Year Deal, Paving Way for 'Superfan' Subscription Tier
Spotify and Universal Music Group sign a new multi-year agreement, potentially introducing a tiered subscription approach with exclusive perks for 'superfans'.
Spotify Payouts Reach $10 Billion in 2024, Streaming Giant Aims for 1 Billion Paid Subscribers
Spotify announces $10 billion in payouts to the music industry in 2024, highlighting the platform's growth and commitment to promoting artist revenue.
Spotify's Dark Side: How the Music Streaming Giant Exploits Artists and Undermines the Industry
A new book, Mood Machine, reveals the inner workings of Spotify and how its business model hurts artists and the music industry as a whole.
Spotify Turns Profitable for First Time in 2024, Driven by Premium Pricing and Subscriber Growth
Spotify reports its first full year of profitability, with net profits reaching €1.14 billion in 2024, driven by increases in Premium pricing and subscriber numbers.
