Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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U.S. ‘Looking At’ TikTok Ban Says Sec. of State Mike Pompeo

State Sec. Mike Pompeo said the U.S. would "surely look" at banning Chinese social media apps including TikTok's short-form video app over national security...

Justin Timberlake Crosses $150 Million Mark With Man of the Woods Tour

Plus: J Balvin expands North American reach to more than 150,000 fans. Sitting atop the Hot Tours recap dated Jan. 19 (see below) is Justin...
Britney Spears & Dad - Music Industry Weekly

Britney’s Conservatorship Is Almost Over – Her Father Finally Gave Up

Britney Spears’ father, Jamie Spears, finally filed a petition asking to end his daughter’s 13-year conservatorship. This, however, was something that no one really...
Independent artist performing on stage, symbolizing the shift towards independent music in the 2020s.

Career Trajectories of the 2020s: How Independent Artists are Shaping the Industry

The 2020s have significantly transformed the music industry, primarily due to the rise of independent artists. These artists are navigating their careers without the...
Independent artist performing live with fans supporting through crowdfunding

Crowdfunding Success: How Independent Artists Are Turning Fans into Investors

In the rapidly changing music industry, independent artists are increasingly turning to crowdfunding as a way to finance their projects. This approach not only...
DEUCE Music - Music Industry Weekly

Business Spotlight With Rob Saunders of DEUCE Music

DEUCE is the go-to place for independent bands and artists from all over the world who are seeking low cost but high-quality promotion for...
Artists fighting for fair pay from streaming platforms

The Streaming Royalties Controversy: Why Artists Are Still Fighting for Fair Pay

Music streaming has transformed the way we consume music, with platforms like Spotify and Apple Music offering convenient access to millions of songs. However,...
Music Publishing - Music Industry Weekly

Music Publishing: Prison for an Artist or Skill Training?

Every artist, who decides to take his or her music on a professional level, comes to the point when it is time to dive...
Artists performing at Latin Music Week 2024.

The Economic Impact of Latin Music Week 2024: Driving Growth and Cross-Cultural Exchange

Latin Music Week 2024 has once again shown its profound influence on the global music market. This annual event not only celebrates the richness...
Aaron-Pearce-EntertainmentOne-Music Industry Weekly

ENTERTAINMENT ONE STRIKES EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP WITH NASHVILLE-BASED, GRAMMY® AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER/SONGWRITER, AARON PEARCE

Entertainment One (“eOne”) has signed an exclusive music publishing agreement with Nashville-based, Grammy Award-winning producer/songwriter, Aaron Pearce. Under this partnership, Pearce will bring his...