Mumbai, 22nd May 2026: The music industry may have just entered a completely new era. Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) have officially expanded their global licensing partnership to include monetization opportunities for fan-created remixes, mashups, and cover tracks, a move that could dramatically reshape how modern music culture operates online. For years, fan-made edits, […]
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Mumbai, 14th May 2026: India’s independent music scene just received a massive global boost. Universal Music India, a division of the world’s leading music entertainment company Universal Music Group, has officially announced a global distribution partnership with Mumbai-based independent music company first.wav. The deal marks a significant moment for India’s rapidly growing indie ecosystem, giving […]
Mumbai, 7th May 2026: A major new chapter in Bengali cinema is unfolding as Junglee Music, the film label division of Times Music, joins hands with Windows Production for an ambitious seven-film collaboration. Announced during Windows Production’s landmark 25th year celebrations, the partnership signals one of the biggest creative alliances currently shaping regional Indian cinema. […]
Mumbai, 6th May 2026: A major legal storm is unfolding as a Canadian musician, Ashley MacIsaac, files a $1.5 million lawsuit against Google, alleging that its AI-generated overview falsely identified him as a sex offender. The case has instantly sparked global concern, raising serious questions about the accuracy and accountability of AI-driven search results in […]
Mumbai, 30th April 2026: In a major move, Times Music has acquired Catrack Entertainment, a label synonymous with the golden era of Punjabi music. This marks Times Music’s third strategic acquisition, further strengthening its partnership with Primary Wave Music and signalling an aggressive push toward catalogue-driven growth. With Punjabi music already dominating streaming charts globally, […]
Mumbai, 28th April 2026: In a bold move to protect her identity in the AI era, Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications for her voice and image, signalling a new frontier in music industry rights. The filings, made through her company TAS Rights Management, include two distinct audio signatures (“Hey, it’s Taylor Swift” and “Hey, […]
Mumbai, 27th April 2026: In a moment that bridges music, legacy, and philanthropy, Larry Mestel, Founder and CEO of Primary Wave Music, is set to receive the prestigious Spirit of Life Award at the 2026 gala hosted by City of Hope. Scheduled for October 27, 2026 at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles, the […]
Black Sabbath reclaim their 1969 Earth demos after a legal dispute, reshaping rock history and future releases. Mumbai, 26th April 2026: In a moment that’s sending jubilation across the global rock community, Black Sabbath have officially regained ownership of their earliest recordings, closing a long-standing legal dispute that had threatened to reshape their legacy. The […]
Amazon Music teams up with Bandsintown to bring concert listings directly to artist profiles worldwide. Mumbai, 24th April 2026: In a move that could reshape how fans discover live music, Amazon Music and Bandsintown have announced a global partnership that seamlessly connects streaming with real-world concert experiences. With this integration, concert listings from Bandsintown will […]