Category Archives: Industry Insight

Taylor Swift Moves to Trademark Her Voice & Image Amid AI Threats

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, […]

Larry Mestel, Founder & CEO – Primary Wave Music, to be honoured at City of Hope 2026 Gala

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 Regain Historic Demos After Legal Battle: A Massive Win for Rock Legacy

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 x Bandsintown Partnership Set to Revolutionize Concert Discovery Globally

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 […]

Believe Elevates Akhila Shankar to Lead Artist Services in India & South Asia

Mumbai, 17th April 2026: In a significant development, Believe has elevated Akhila Shankar to the role of Director of Artist Services for India and South Asia, a move that signals the company’s growing focus on independent artists and regional expansion. Based in Mumbai, Shankar will now lead one of the most critical verticals in the […]

Bharat Music Experience 2026 Announced: Dome SVP Stadium, in a JV with Gatsvy Media, to Host India’s Music Industry Gathering

Mumbai, 15th April 2026: In a landmark collaboration, Dome SVP Stadium & Gatsvy Media form a joint venture to announce The Bharat Music Experience 2026: An Integrated Music Industry Platform envisioned to create an experience that is both genuine in intent and premium in execution. The three-day experience will take place on 7th, 8th, and […]

Zee Music Company appoints Neha Malhotra as Senior Vice President & Head

Mumbai, 14th April 2026: In a strategic leadership move aimed at strengthening its marketing vision, Zee Music Company has appointed Neha Malhotra as Senior Vice President & Head. Malhotra steps into the role at a time when the Indian music ecosystem is rapidly evolving through digital consumption and artist-first storytelling. Malhotra announced the development via […]

Sameer Anjaan launches music label ‘Aumora Music’, calls it a ‘home for artists who have something real to say’

Mumbai, 12th April 2026: Samarya Creation officially launched its music label Aumora Music at a grand event in Mumbai, but the event was not just about the music label, it was also about an inspiring journey. A young man, who once worked as a Zomato delivery rider, is now ready to make his mark in […]

2026 TuneCore Accelerator Report highlights global streaming & audience growth for independent artists

Since launch in 2023, TuneCore Accelerator has generated over 50 billion new streams and 15 billion track discoveries, helping independent artists find new listeners and grow their fanbases. Mumbai, 26th March 2026: TuneCore, one of the leading independent development partners for self-releasing artists, part of Believe, one of the world’s leading music companies, has released […]

Social Feeds Are Powering India’s Micro-Drama Boom: Meta-Ormax Report

89% of viewers discover micro dramas through social feeds, highlighting feed-led discovery, viewers spend a median of 3.5 hours per week watching micro dramas across short, repeat sessions throughout the day, ~90% of viewing of micro drama happens solo, making it a deeply personal format. Bengaluru, 23rd March 2026: As short-form video reshapes how audiences […]