The two companies announced they will partner to find a new solution to the economic model in streaming. The result could spark an industry-wide change.
Years after members of the Gap Band were added as co-writers of the hit song, their heirs say they aren't getting paid their cut.
Signed by Sheryl Crow, John Mayer and many others, the letter warns that any opposition to the proposed new rule would be "a vote against songwriters.”
The purchase of the royalty processing firm is the latest development in the company's efforts to become a service-focused operation.
Andres Titus & William McLean claim UMG artists have been cheated out of royalties due to a "sweetheart" licensing deal the label struck with Spotify in 2008.
For the 10th anniversary of the Billion Views Club, Billboard breaks down how much cash the milestone can bring in for artists.
From rising subscription prices to potential terrestrial radio payouts for artists and labels, the future is looking a little brighter for rights holders.
The American Music Fairness Act was advanced by the House Judiciary Committee, though the bill is unlikely to pass before the new session of Congress convenes next month.
The Copyright Royalty Board adjusts noninteractive streaming royalty rates based on annual changes to the Consumer Price Index.
The psychobilly classic hasn't gone full Kate Bush yet, but streaming royalties are way up.
