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In a significant turn of events, A$AP Rocky was found not guilty of assault with a semiautomatic firearm on February 18, 2025. The ruling came after a highly publicized trial stemming from an alleged altercation with his former friend, Terell Ephron, also known as A$AP Relli, in 2021. The case had captured considerable attention, not […]
Reports suggest ByteDance is delaying the TikTok sale process, but Senator JD Vance has now been tasked with spearheading a potential acquisition. According to The Hill, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and Vice President JD Vance have been appointed to oversee the possible sale of TikTok. President Trump assigned Vance the responsibility of facilitating a […]
The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) has escalated its long-running battle against Spotify, focusing its efforts on the podcasting realm with a new wave of takedown actions. On the heels of Spotify’s Q4 2024 earnings report, which saw the streaming platform’s stock price hit a record high, the NMPA announced that it had identified over […]
A recent ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana has sparked a significant shift in how termination rights under the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976 will be interpreted globally. The ruling centers on the case involving the song “Double Shot (Of My Baby’s Love),” originally written in 1962 by Don […]
As the 2025 Grammys approach, the Recording Academy has turned up the excitement by announcing the addition of some major performers to the lineup, with Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and rising star Shaboozey now set to take the stage. This move is strategically timed to build anticipation ahead of the February ceremony, which always aims […]
In a competitive race to capture the attention of video content creators and users, several social media platforms—Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Bluesky—have announced the launch of new features and apps aimed at enhancing video editing and sharing capabilities. Instagram, owned by Meta, has introduced a new video-editing platform called Edits, designed to compete directly […]
As the music world eagerly anticipates the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, scheduled for February 2, 2025, questions are swirling about whether the event will be postponed due to the ongoing wildfires that are wreaking havoc across Los Angeles. With the prestigious ceremony set to take place at the Crypto.com Arena in downtown LA, the devastation […]
In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Southern California, Guitar Center is offering a crucial lifeline to the city’s music community. The retailer is extending a helping hand to musicians and music education programs in Los Angeles that have had their instruments and gear destroyed or damaged in the recent fires. Through […]
When it comes to per-stream payouts, Peloton is emerging as an unexpected leader in the music streaming world, outpacing giants like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. While Peloton isn’t a mainstream player in the digital music streaming industry, its royalty rates offer indie artists a much better deal. According to Digital Music News, Peloton’s per-stream […]
Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is stepping down following a disastrous launch of the company’s revamped app, which left long-time customers frustrated and angered. The app, released in May 2024, was plagued with missing features and serious functionality issues, sparking a wave of negative feedback from Sonos users. The outrage, particularly on platforms like the r/Sonos […]
In the ever-evolving world of social media, one name stands out as a game-changer: Mr.Beast, the American YouTuber known for his viral challenges and philanthropic stunts. Recently, Mr Beast (whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson) revealed a surprising interest in buying TikTok, the popular short-form video platform that has faced increasing scrutiny and threats of […]