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News•Mar 2, 2026
Concert Staging Giant TAIT Acquires Silent House Productions
TAIT, a global leader in concert staging and live‑event production, announced the acquisition of Silent House Productions, the Emmy‑award‑winning creative agency it has long partnered with. The deal brings Silent House’s production, touring and studio capabilities under TAIT’s umbrella, expanding the combined entity’s portfolio that includes recent work on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Tyler, the Creator’s Chromakopia tour, and the Backstreet Boys residency at Sphere. Financial terms were not disclosed, but the transaction is the first major acquisition in the live‑events sector this year, a market projected to reach $2.5 trillion within a decade.
By Billboard
News•Feb 28, 2026
10 Best Ways for Indie Artists to Promote Their Music Online
Billboard’s 2026 guide outlines a step‑by‑step playbook for indie musicians to amplify their online presence. It urges artists to concentrate on one or two core social platforms, build a dedicated website for direct fan interaction, and integrate streaming, email newsletters,...
By Billboard
News•Feb 27, 2026
Spotify Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Partnership to Support ‘Next Generation’ of Australian Artists and Fans
Spotify announced a three‑year partnership with The Push, a national youth music organization, committing A$200,000—the largest single donation in The Push’s history. The initiative builds on Spotify’s Turn Up Aus campaign, which generated an additional 223 million streams of Australian music...
By Billboard
News•Feb 27, 2026
Hilary Duff Enjoys First No. 1 In Australia With ‘Luck… Or Something’
Hilary Duff’s sixth studio album “Luck… Or Something” debuted at No. 1 on Australia’s ARIA Albums Chart, marking her first chart‑topping album in the market. The record also led vinyl sales for the week, underscoring a resurgence in physical formats. While...
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News•Feb 26, 2026
Jay Park’s More Vision Label to Partner With Transparent Arts for International Business Expansion
South‑California entertainment firm Transparent Arts has signed a strategic partnership with Jay Park’s More Vision label to drive international expansion. The deal brings More Vision’s roster—including K‑pop star Chung Ha and breakout boy band LNGSHOT—under Transparent Arts’ global business platform, which...
By Billboard
News•Feb 23, 2026
Shaboozey Expands EMPIRE Relationship by Signing With Publishing Arm
EMPIRE announced a new publishing agreement with Grammy‑winning artist Shaboozey, extending the partnership that began with his 2021 label signing. The deal follows the massive success of “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” which logged 19 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard...
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News•Feb 23, 2026
Suno Hires Former Merlin CEO Jeremy Sirota as Chief Commercial Officer
Suno, a generative‑AI music startup, has hired Jeremy Sirota, former CEO of Merlin, as its chief commercial officer. In the role, Sirota will steer Suno’s commercial strategy, industry relationships, platform partnerships and enterprise solutions, reporting to co‑founder Mikey Shulman. At...
By Billboard
News•Feb 23, 2026
Puerto Rican Star Lenny Tavárez Signs Deal With Apple Music’s Platoon: ‘This Will Elevate My Career to New Heights’
Puerto Rican reggaetón‑R&B star Lenny Tavárez has signed with Apple Music’s artist services and distribution arm Platoon, a move aimed at accelerating his global profile. Tavárez brings a catalog of over 11 billion streams, 16 million social followers, and multiple Billboard chart...
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News•Feb 23, 2026
Gary Borman, Keith Urban’s Longtime Manager, Announces Retirement & Closure of Borman Entertainment After 50 Years
Gary Borman, the veteran Nashville manager behind Keith Urban’s 25‑year partnership, announced his retirement and the closure of Borman Entertainment, a firm he founded 50 years ago. The company, with offices in Nashville and Los Angeles, represented a roster ranging...
By Billboard
News•Feb 17, 2026
Take That’s Gary Barlow Signs Global Publishing Deal With BMG
Gary Barlow has signed an exclusive global publishing agreement with BMG that brings his four‑decade songwriting catalogue—including Take That hits and collaborations with Elton John and Robbie Williams—under BMG’s administration. The deal expands BMG’s roster of legendary writers such as Mick...
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News•Feb 16, 2026
Zara Larsson Upgrades Australia ‘Midnight Sun’ Tour Dates, Adds New Zealand
Zara Larsson’s 2026 Midnight Sun Tour sold out every announced Australian date within minutes, prompting Live Nation to upgrade three shows to larger arena venues. Perth, Melbourne and Sydney concerts will move to RAC Arena, Rod Laver Arena and Qudos...
By Billboard