Billy Joel Honors Longtime Agent Dennis Arfa During Long Island Hall of Fame Induction
Behind nearly every legendary performer stands a trusted advisor who helps navigate the business side of music. For Billy Joel, th...
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A Deep Dive Into Sync Licensing: How Music Ends Up in Movies, TV Shows, Commercials, Video Games, and Viral Content
For many musicians, songwriters, producers, and rights holders, sync licensing represents one of the most valuable and potentially...
Universal Music Says Ackman’s Bid ‘Materially Undervalues’ the World’s Biggest Music Company
Universal Music Group has officially rejected billionaire investor Bill Ackman's ambitious takeover proposal, bringing an end—at...
John McClain, Music Executive and Co-Executor of Michael Jackson's Estate, Dies at 71
The music industry is mourning the loss of one of its most influential behind-the-scenes figures. John McClain, the veteran music ...
Universal Music Shareholder Fires Back at Bill Ackman’s $65 Billion Takeover Bid: “The Price Is Not There”
Bill Ackman’s massive bid for Universal Music Group just ran into what may be its biggest obstacle yet. And it might be a deal-b...
BMI Announces Agreement to Acquire Soundmouse, Expanding Its Reach Into Global Music Tracking Technology
The business side of music may not always generate arena-level excitement, but occasionally a deal arrives that signals a larger s...
Universal Music and TikTok End Turbulent Standoff With New Multi-Year Deal
Months after one of the music industry's most public standoffs silenced songs across social media, Universal Music Group and TikTo...
Ed Sheeran Parts Ways With Warner After Long Partnership
One of pop music's biggest stars is entering a new chapter. Ed Sheeran has confirmed he is parting ways with Warner after a length...