Fender reveals sixth annual Next class of guitarists, 25 global artists to receive boost

After an open call with over 1,000 submissions received from aspiring musicians and A&Rs, Fender has revealed the 25 global artists that will comprise the sixth annual Fender Next class. Without further ado – and take a deep breath – the list is: Adam Melchor (USA), Billyrrom (Japan), Deb Never (USA), ...

Lewis Capaldi signs with PPL for international royalties collection

IFPI reveals biggest global albums of 2023 across pure sales, vinyl and streams

Benson Boone continues to lead the singles chart with Beautiful Things

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Jordan Rakei becomes first ever artist in residence at Abbey Road Studios

Bruce Springsteen to win Ivors Academy Fellowship award

Bruce Springsteen is to become Academy Fellow at the Ivors this year. The Ivors Academy will present the award at this year’s ceremony on May 23, with Springsteen ...

Elbow target No.1 with Audio Vertigo

Elbow are leading the way in the albums chart this week with Audio Vertigo, which has accumulated 12,664 sales so far. Boosted significantly by its physical release, which ...

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Keychange issues 5-year progress report & updated manifesto for 'equitable and sustainable industry'

Keychange, the international initiative for gender equity in the music industry, has issued a five-year progress report. The global music community has been urged to rally behind ...

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Florrie to release long-awaited debut album with BMG and Xenomania

'People are going to be surprised': Tyla trails debut album

Benson Boone leads the singles chart with Beautiful Things

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PPL Giving marks collection society's 90th birthday with £1m in funding for 26 organisations

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