Isaiah Rashad Teases Return With It’s Been Awful
The rapper’s first album in five years arrives May 1
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Michael Jackson Estate Spent Up to $15 Million Removing Child Abuse Allegation Scenes
After attorneys discovered a settlement clause with one of the singer’s accusers, the ending was replaced with scenes of Jackson at a triumphant concert
Bill Ackman confident he’ll win over UMG shareholders to $64 billion bid, says Bolloré response was ‘music to my ears’
The transaction requires the support of UMG's board and a two-thirds vote of shareholders who attend a meeting called for the purpose Source
Virgin Music Group announces global distribution partnership with Ari Elkins and Joey McCarthy’s new label, Suede Records
VMG to provide global distribution and marketing as Suede focuses on long-term artist development. Source
Thaiboy Digital Plots the Underworld Tour
The Drain Gang rapper will embark on a run of North American and European dates shortly after the release of his new album Paradise
Harry Styles’ Meltdown Festival Lineup Features Diverse Genres, Disco Occasionally
“Every artist involved in this year’s Meltdown festival means so much to me, both as a fan and a musician,” singer says
Listen to the Strokes’ Auto-Tuned New Song “Going Shopping”
It’s the lead single off their upcoming album Reality Awaits
Influencer collabs account for 50% of an Indian soundtrack’s promotional budget, says report
In the streaming age, the probability of a song becoming a chart hit is often directly proportional to the size of its promotional budget. According to a recent report in […] The post is from Music Ally.
Kacey Musgraves, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert Slated to Perform at 2026 ACM Awards
Awards show will take place in Las Vegas on May 17
Wireless Festival cancelled after UK government blocks Kanye West from entering Britain
Home Office says rapper's presence "would not be conducive to the public good" Source
Lil Tjay Arrested and Charged in Connection With Offset Casino Shooting in Florida
The Bronx rapper, who was released on Tuesday, was charged with disorderly conduct and a traffic violation
Laufey renews global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music
Raised between Reykjavik, Iceland, and Washington, D.C., Laufey learned piano and cello as a child before studying at Berklee College of Music Source
Atlantic Music Group enters ‘multi-level partnership’ with Fader Label, including 50/50 joint venture
The deal includes a 50/50 joint venture to sign and develop new and established artists Source
Lady Gaga Cancels Montreal Show While Battling Respiratory Infection
The pop star called off the concert on doctor's orders, and it's unclear if she'll still be able to play her other Mayhem Ball tour dates this week
Iceage Announce New Album For Love of Grace & the Hereafter
The follow-up to 2021’s Seek Shelter arrives next month
Selling a $3B Spotify stake, Michael Ovitz as Chairman of the Board, and a $100B+ company: Welcome to Bill Ackman’s plan for Universal Music Group.
MBW founder Tim Ingham on telling details within Pershing Square's proposal for a new Universal Music Group Source
ElevenLabs launches ElevenMusic iOS app, taking on Suno and Udio on mobile
The app went live on the App Store on Wednesday (April 1), following several weeks during which it had been listed ahead of its formal release Source
M.I.A. Launches M.I.7 With New Song “Everything”
The Mata follow-up is a “gospel record rooted in prayer, the Book of Revelation, and the Ark of the Covenant,” according to a press release
Kurt Vile Announces First Album in Four Years and Massive Tour
“Chance to Bleed” leads the appropriately titled Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me
Wireless Festival cancelled after government bars Ye from entering the UK
Update: Things moved fast with this story today. Festival Republic has now confirmed that the UK Home Office has withdrawn Ye’s ETA [electronic travel authorisation], denying him entry into the UK. “As a result, Wireless Festival is cancelled and refunds will be issued to all ticket holders,” it said in a statement. “As with every […] The post is from Music Ally.