Industry

Senate introduces the American Music Fairness Act

Senate

Bill passes through the House of Representatives On Thursday morning (Sept 22nd), Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) introduced the bipartisan American Music Fairness Act (AMFA) to Washington. The bipartisan bill was introduced last year by Representatives Ted…

UMG launches Virgin Music Group

Virgin Music Group

All Virgin Music Label and Artist Services regional hubs will become part of the Virgin Music Group Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced the launch of the Virgin Music Group, a new global division that will unify UMG’s industry-leading artist…

Roland Corporation purchases Drum Workshop

Roland & DW Drums

Acoustic and electric drum companies combine Roland Corporation and Drum Workshop, Inc. have announced a definitive agreement for Roland to acquire all outstanding shares of Drum Workshop. Roland is the leading global manufacturer of electronic musical instruments widely recognized for…

65th Annual Grammy Awards date announced

GRAMMYs

Additional key dates surrounding the show will be shared in Nov The Recording Academy has released its key dates and deadlines ahead of the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards. This year’s GRAMMY nominees will be announced on Tuesday, November 15th, with…