INDUSTRY
David Guetta's Net Worth Skyrockets Past $150 Million Following Sale of Music Catalo
The world-renowned dance music producer's net worth was previously estimated to be around $75 million.
Survey of Top Dance Music Labels Highlights Artists' Rush to Replace Lost Tour Income
The pandemic pressurized the music industry on all-fronts. A new study from LabelRadar highlights how the business of A&R has even shifted substantially in the last year.
Nintendo Warns Against Co-Streaming E3 Showcase
The esteemed video game company has issued a warning against co-streaming due to music copyright concerns.
Warner Music Acquires David Guetta's Recorded Music Catalog for Nearly $100 Million
The pact sees Warner acquiring Guetta's worldwide catalog from the last two decades and inking a new deal for future recordings.
Chicago is Giving Out Over 1,000 Free Lollapalooza Passes to Vaccinated Residents
The city of Chicago has offered a unique perk for music festival-goers fans as it enters its final reopening phase.
Groove Cruise Will Not Require COVID-19 Vaccination to Attend
Royal Caribbean will strongly encourage—but not require—vaccination status to attend Groove Cruise.
Survey Suggests 50% of UK Nightlife Businesses Won't Survive Without Government Aid
Half of the UK's nightlife businesses could shutter in two months time, according to a new survey conducted by the Night Time Industries Association.
Entrepreneurs Seek to Bring Touch-Free Women's Urinals to Music Festivals
The Peequal is estimated to be six times faster for women to use than a conventional portable toilet.
High-Profile Music Publishers Have Filed a Lawsuit Against Roblox for Copyright Infringement
Like its rising tech counterparts, Roblox has found themselves in hot water over allegations of enabling users to stream unlicensed music.
Gareth Emery on Post-Pandemic Ticket Requests: "Guest List Is Closed"
Emery took to social media to blast those who requested free tickets to his new tour as music venues scramble to pick up the pieces in the aftermath of COVID-19.
"Trashion": This Woman Picks Up Your Trash at Music Festivals—Then Makes Art With It
After festival-goers pack up their stuff, head out, and move on with their lives, people like Sophia Nielson are left to clean up the mess.
U.S. Congress Casts Doubt on Spotify's Controversial "Discovery Mode" Feature
"Core copyright industries like music play an integral role in the U.S. economy, and the vitality of the industry is undermined when artists’ hard work is undervalued."
Did Elon Musk Just Back a Dogecoin Music Festival?
The crypto community is banding together to make DogeFest a reality after a cosign from billionaire Tesla owner Elon Musk.
A Pornographic, Anime-Themed Plugin is Stirring Controversy in Music Production Circles
The controversial "hentai" plugin has divided the music production community and angered some due to its provocative imagery.
An Urgent Call for Harm Reduction in EDM: How to Keep You and the Rave Alive Post-Pandemic
The promise of dancing together is on the horizon—but the safety of festival-goers has never been more dubious.
New Grammy Award Rules Include Update to Dance/Electronic Category
The Recording Academy announced a slew of rule changes to be implemented in 2022.
New York Venues Receive Green Light to Open at Capacity—But Must Ask for Proof of Vaccination
Around 45% of New Yorkers have been vaccinated thus far, according to Governor Andrew Cuomo's office.
Hollywood Bowl to Prioritize Fully Vaccinated Attendees Under New 67% Capacity Cap
The venue will also designate separate seating sections for patrons based on their vaccination status.
Mass Gatherings Are No More Risky Than Shopping, According to Study
A study by the UK government's Event Research Programme has offered promising results.
France's Nightlife Sector Remains Shuttered While Strip Clubs Reopen
French Members of Parliament point out the absurdity of opening swinger's clubs while nightclubs remain shuttered.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre to Offer COVID-19 Vaccinations During Concerts
Starting this week, fans can receive a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine while attending a concert at Red Rocks.
How Video Game Music Composers Are Plagued by Irresponsible Crediting and Metadata Practices
Though video game music is in high demand, composers still aren't getting their due.
Washington, D.C. to Lift Capacity Restrictions for Nightlife Venues This Summer
It seems D.C. summer is back on track, given a strong downtrend in COVID-19 cases month-over-month.
Vaccine Passports Gain Traction as New York's Economy Reopens
Entry to entertainment venues in New York may increasingly be predicated on the ability to produce proof of vaccination.