A Flock of Seagulls Fly to BMG
A Flock of Seagulls has signed a deal with BMG, granting the music company ownership of the band’s publishing catalog and the master recordings of their four classic 1980s albums. BMG now controls U.S. publishing rights and participates in global publishing income, while also holding worldwide ownership of the sound recordings. The financial terms were not disclosed. The band sees the partnership as a way to extend their legacy to new audiences.
Selena Quintanilla’s Sister Sues Shein Over Knockoff Merch Bearing Late Singer’s Likeness
Suzette Quintanilla, sister of late singer Selena, filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in California accusing Chinese fast‑fashion retailer Shein of trademark infringement, unfair competition, and publicity‑rights violations. The suit alleges Shein continued to sell unlicensed Selena t‑shirts and...
Here Are the Lyrics to Olivia Dean’s ‘Man I Need’
Olivia Dean’s single “Man I Need” surged from a modest debut at No. 82 to a No. 2 peak on the Billboard Hot 100, while also topping the Pop Airplay chart. The track marked her first entry on the Hot 100 and became a...
Here Are the Lyrics to Bruno Mars’ ‘Risk It All’
Bruno Mars returned with his fourth solo album, The Romantic, a decade after 24K Magic, instantly reclaiming chart dominance. The lead single “I Just Might” sits at No. 1 on the Hot 100, while the follow‑up “Risk It All” entered the Hot 100...
Chicago’s ARC Music Festival Announces 2026 Lineup & Expansion to Four Days
Chicago’s ARC Music Festival announced a four‑day expansion for Labor Day weekend, September 4‑7, 2026, adding a new Midway stage. The 2026 lineup features a mix of global techno producers and Chicago house legends such as Green Velvet, Honey Dijon,...
Bruno Mars Tops Hot 100 & Global 200 With Different Songs: How Rare Is That?
Bruno Mars’ new album *The Romantic* debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while two separate tracks from the record simultaneously topped the Hot 100 and the Global 200. "I Just Might" reclaimed the Hot 100 crown for a third week, driven by...
Bad Bunny Wins Dismissal of Lawsuit Claiming Uncleared Sample on ‘Un Verano Sin Ti’ Track
Bad Bunny secured a federal court dismissal of a lawsuit alleging his track “Enséñame a Bailar” sampled Nigerian artist Dera’s 2019 song “Empty My Pocket.” Judge Otis Wright threw out the case with prejudice after the plaintiff failed to meet...
Ella Langley Joins Beyoncé & Taylor Swift to Become 3rd Woman to Hold Top 2 Spots on Hot Country Songs
Ella Langley dominates Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart dated March 14, with “Choosin’ Texas” logging a 15th week at No. 1 and “Be Her” climbing to No. 2. The lead single amassed 21.9 million U.S. streams, 44.1 million radio audience impressions and 6,000 sales, while...
Lil Durk Murder-for-Hire Case: Lawyer Brian Steel Files to Join Rapper’s Defense Team
Powerhouse attorney Brian Steel filed a pro hac vice application to join Lil Durk’s murder‑for‑hire defense, seeking to replace Jonathan M. Brayman. Steel, who is in good standing in Georgia and previously defended Young Thug in a high‑profile RICO trial,...
Bruno Mars’ ‘The Romantic’ Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart
Bruno Mars’ ninth studio album, The Romantic, entered the Billboard 200 at No. 1 with 186,000 equivalent album units, marking his first chart‑topper since 2013 and his first debut‑at‑No. 1. The week’s tally comprised 93,500 pure sales, 90,500 streaming‑equivalent units (93.95 million streams),...
Stray Kids’ Hyunjin Named Global Brand Ambassador For Iconic Denim Company
Hyunjin, a vocalist and dancer from K‑pop group Stray Kids, has been appointed as GUESS’s global brand ambassador. The partnership was unveiled on March 6 with a teaser that hid his face, followed by a full‑length Instagram campaign showcasing modern‑heritage denim...
Lucy Dickins Exiting WME After Transformative Run Leading Contemporary Music Division
Lucy Dickins is exiting WME after reshaping its contemporary music division in both the UK and US. During her tenure she revitalized the London office, led the Los Angeles team through the COVID‑19 disruption, and secured high‑profile signings such as...
Executive Turntable: Spotify, CD Baby Vets Bound for beatBread — Plus, BMI Hires Top People Person
BeatBread, the finance platform for independent musicians, announced three senior hires: Christine Barnum as head of financial operations, Michael Poole as chief financial officer, and Jameson Toole as a board advisor on AI and machine learning. Barnum arrives from CD...
CISAC Board Gatherings In Sydney For Talks on the ‘Significant Threat’ of AI
APRA AMCOS is hosting the CISAC board in Sydney, the first such gathering in 25 years, as part of its centennial celebrations. The meeting brings together heads of major collective‑management societies—including ASCAP, JASRAC, PRS for Music and SOCAN—to discuss the...
Billboard’s Music Industry Events Calendar
Billboard Pro has introduced a new music industry events calendar, aggregating major national and international conferences, festivals, earnings calls, and networking mixers. The calendar lists over 200 events spanning March through December 2026, from SXSW and Coachella to regional summits...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Brad Turcotte Named SVP of Country at TEG Live
Ticketek Entertainment Group has appointed Brad Turcotte as senior vice president of country for its global touring arm, TEG Live. Based in a newly opened Nashville office, Turcotte will steer TEG Live's dedicated country touring brand across North America and...
Ye Hit With Lawsuit Over ‘Vultures 2’ Sample (Again)
Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, faces another copyright lawsuit over the Vultures 2 track “530.” Swsh claims the song illegally samples the outro vocals from its 2018 recording “Break the Fall.” The complaint also names collaborator Ty Dolla $ign, Ye’s YZY...
MF Doom Estate Revives Temu Counterfeit Merch Lawsuit
A federal judge has allowed the MF Doom estate to proceed with a revised trademark infringement lawsuit against Temu, alleging the platform actively curates, advertises, and ships counterfeit merchandise bearing the late rapper’s mask and name. The original case was...
