Industry

LEGO partners with UMG for adults-only events

Dora Jar & Skip Marley

First event takes place in New York City The LEGO Group has teamed with Universal Music Group for a series of adults-only after-hours events in its stores nationwide. LEGO Lates features LEGO building activities paired with a unique behind the…

Senate introduces the American Music Fairness Act

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…