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MLC Spotify lawsuit dismissed, bundled royalties unchanged

UPDATED: A judge has dismissed the MLC Spotify lawsuit over mechanical royalties paid to songwriters and music publishers on subscription tiers bundled with audiobooks. The MLC and Spotify respond.

Bruce Houghton on 01/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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MLC is holding $1.2 Billion

The MLC is holding $1.2 Billion in publicly traded securities

The MLC is holding $1.2 billion in investments, and no one seems to be watching closely, writes Chris Castle. Find out why more in the industry are questioning where the money is going and who benefits.

Alana Bonilla on 01/28/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Spotify UMG deal

Spotify UMG deal is good news for all Artists: Read Full Text

A new multi-year deal between Spotify and UMG that includes recorded music and music publishing appears to establish a new precedent in how royalties – particularly those involving income from bundled subscriptions to songwriters – will be calculated.

Bruce Houghton on 01/27/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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ASCAP

ASCAP offers $1M in emergency relief to LA songwriters

ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) had announced that it will distribute $1 million in emergency relief to songwriter and composer in the Los Angeles area.

Bruce Houghton on 01/15/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Chris Castle: Trends driving the Music Business in 2025

In this Hypebot exclusive, artist advocate, blogger and attorney Chris Castle joins our select group of industry leaders sharing their perspective on trends driving the music business in 2025.

Bruce Houghton on 01/06/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Google Search's top musicians

Google Search’s Top Musicians and Songs 2024: Misdeeds and Successes

As the year comes to an end, Google shares its annual list of Top Searches in 2024. This year’s list of trending musicians and songs reminds that misdeeds can be more impactful than successes.

Bruce Houghton on 12/18/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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building trust in music investments

Building Trust in Music Investments: The SongVest Approach

Music royalties are fast becoming a desired alternative for investors, but trust is everything. SongVest is working to bring security to the sector with strong protections, SEC compliance, and transparency.

Alana Bonilla on 12/17/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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help AM Radio in Every Vehicle

Congress poised to help AM Radio while ignoring Payments to Performers

Congress is poised to hand broadcasters a multi-million gift by guaranteeing a place for AM radio in every vehicle while ignoring a bill to finally pay US musicians when their songs are played on the radio.

Bruce Houghton on 12/16/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Singer-Songwriter Cape May Conference returns

After a five-year hiatus, the Singer-Songwriter Cape May conference returns on March 28-29, 2025. Singer-Songwriter Cape May Conference returns Helmed by music industry veteran John Harris, the Singer-Songwriter Cape May conference will. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 12/10/2024 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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AI music licensing

Can Publishers Flip the Split on $42B AI Music Licensing Opportunity?

AI is changing music licensing, giving publishers a chance to claim a bigger share of revenue. Learn how attribution technology can help songwriters and publishers take control and get paid.

Alana Bonilla on 12/09/2024 in Music Tech | Permalink | Comments (0)
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