ole signs publishing deal to develop up-and-coming singer/songwriter Jordan Davis
MUMBAI: ole, the world's fastest growing independent rights management company, has signed up-and-coming singer/songwriter Jordan Davis to a worldwide publishing deal that includes his existing copyrights as well as future compositions. The company will also help to develop Davis’ career.
MIDEM 2015: Lesser attendance, bigger business buzz
CANNES: During the first half of day one of MIDEM, the world's biggest B2B music ecosystem congregation, there was a general buzz of excitement around Cannes' famed Palais des Festivals centre. That is, even though the headcount at the 49-year old conference is down by 10 per cent or so.
IFPI and Music Canada unveils 'The Mastering of a Music City' at MIDEM 2015
MUMBAI: Recording industry groups IFPI and Music Canada have released a new report that sets out how cities worldwide can take simple steps to help develop their music economies.
SoundCloud supports independent music community, partners with Merlin
MUMBAI: SoundCloud has announced that it has struck a deal with Merlin Network, which is one of the largest independent label and publishing consortiums in the world, and has over 20,000 artists on its roster. This move will help create monetisation opportunities for independent artists.
Australia's AIR chalking out plans for Independent Music Awards and 20th anniversary
MUMBAI: Australia's independent music companies' trade body AIR (Australian Independent Record Labels Association), is chalking out a plan to celebrate 20 years of existence. It will also be curating its 10th annual Independent Music Awards.
IndiEarth Out There Gigs Nights
MUMBAI: After the success of IndiEarth Out There Season 1: The Chennai edition's episodes - which went viral in the online space and were featured across various radio, print and television media (including on Pepsi MTV Indies) - Season 2 shot in Bangalore continues on its mission to provide a p
ACUM enters strategic collaboration with Israeli startup Revelator to provide digital music distribution platform
MUMBAI: Revelator announced today a strategic collaboration with ACUM, the Israeli Performing and Mechanical Rights Society.
Renowned songwriter Savan Kotecha renews agreement with ASCAP
MUMBAI: Texas based songwriter Savan Kotecha, who wrote tracks like 'Love Me Like You Do’ (Ellie Goulding), 'If U Seek Amy’ (Britney Spears), 'Problem’ (Ariana Grande) and 'One More Night’ (Maroon 5), has renewed his agreement with American Society of Composers, Authors and Publisher (ASCAP).
Two Promotions announced at Royalty Network
MUMBAI: Reputed independent publishing company Royalty Network has announced the promotion of two of its employees, Renato Olivari and Daniel Abowd.
Transparency is an important factor for Control ALT Delete
MUMBAI: With a drive to have a series of gigs across venues in India this year, Control ALT Delete (CAD) has initiated its eighth edition, which will take place in Mumbai on 13 June at Smaaash.