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AWAL founder and former U2 manager launch tool to safeguard earnings for new songwriters

AWAL co-founder Kevin Bacon and former U2 manager Tim Delaney (pictured) are launching a new tool which will help to protect the revenue and rights of songwriters. Built by Family in Music, Mgnta is powered by blockchain technology, and allows new songwriters to create an identifier that helps ensure their ...

The Wombats take the lead in albums race

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Eli & Fur collaborate with PhotonLens to release first VR live show

Round Hill Music signs catalogue deals with David Coverdale and Nancy Wilson

BBC to air Janice Long tribute featuring Paul McCartney, Zoe Ball, Jo Whiley, Jack Savoretti, Gary Numan & Bob Harris

KSI's gold standard: BMG talk phenomenal sales, TikTok strategy and building a career artist

Gemma Reilly-Hammond, BMG UK co-head and vice president of marketing, has told Music Week that she never had any doubt about KSI’s breakthrough. The UK rap star has ...

Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries: BBC licence fee to be axed in 2027

Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries has announced that the licence fee will be frozen for two years and will ultimately be replaced by new funding methods. The government is ...

David Bowie leads 21st century vinyl sales as three albums make chart impact

David Bowie’s long lost Toy album has finally appeared and it’s delivered a Top 5 result with strong physical sales. Based on Official Charts Company data and Music ...

Music Week Features

Lauren Spencer-Smith goes Top 5 with DIY independent single Fingers Crossed

ESNS launches Radar and Analytics platforms

BBC Radio 2 to air Piano Room Month including Ed Sheeran, Joy Crookes, Jack Savoretti & Anne-Marie

Amber Grimes joins LVRN executive team

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