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REPUBLIC Collective strikes joint venture with ZIZA Inc. focused on breaking South Asian artists globally
The joint venture will prioritize signing and developing artists from the South Asian diaspora Source...

US music publishing revenues hit $7.3B in 2025, NMPA reveals at Annual Meeting honoring P!nk, Julian Bunetta and Harvey Mason jr.
NMPA Chief Legal Officer and Chief Operating Officer Danielle Aguirre said publishing outpaced the growth of recorded music for the fourth year in a row. Source...

‘There’s nothing wrong with success and chasing your dreams, but don’t forget to bring your true self with you.’
Philip Lawrence has been Bruno Mars’ key creative partner for over 15 years, co-writing smash-hit singles and landmark albums along the way. Source...

Stevie Nicks, Melissa Etheridge and Jackson Browne to perform at City of Hope’s 2026 Spirit of Life Gala honoring Primary Wave’s Larry Mestel
Primary Wave Founder & CEO Larry Mestel will be honored for his leadership and commitment to cancer research, with proceeds supporting City of Hope’s immunotherapy and breast cancer programs. Source...

Judge gives Muvox 14 days to serve BMG with patent lawsuit – or the case gets dismissed
The lawsuit filed in 2024 centers on a patent titled 'Music streaming, playlist creation and streaming architecture.' Source...

Hari Nair, former CEO of India’s Tips Music, joins AI content-protection firm ContentLens as strategic advisor
In his advisory role, Nair will provide counsel on ContentLens's go-to-market strategy across the media and entertainment industry in India and globally. Source...

Music publishers strike AI licensing deals with Udio and KLAY as NMPA reveals ‘landmark’ industry-wide pacts
NMPA President and CEO David Israelite said the Udio agreement is the first to "value songs and sound recordings equally" when it comes to AI training. Source...

UMG launches Def Jam Recordings North Africa headquartered in Casablanca, Morocco
Universal says the launch will increase access, reach, and opportunity for North African hip-hop artists on a global stage Source...