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Drake Secures Settlement with iHeartMedia in 'Not Like Us' Dispute, UMG Battle Continues | stupidDOPE

Drake has settled his legal dispute with iHeartMedia over manipulated airplay, but his fight with Universal Music Group continues.

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Don't Expect a Drake Trial

Drake's lawsuit against UMG raises questions about artistic expression and the limits of defamation in music.

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fromABA Journal

Drake alleges Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance defamed him in amended suit against music company

Drake claims Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance defamed him, alleging a pervasive defamation strategy by Universal Music Group.

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Drake complains about Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' Super Bowl performance in new defamation claims

Drake's lawsuit claims Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance defamed him, adding to accusations against UMG for promoting the diss track containing serious allegations.

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Drake vs. UMG: Legal Showdown Over Alleged Music Industry Practices | stupidDOPE

Drake's legal dispute with UMG raises critical questions about industry transparency, free speech, and corporate accountability.

Toronto Raptors

fromPitchfork

Drake Settles Legal Dispute With iHeartMedia Over "Not Like Us" Promotion

Drake and iHeartMedia settle legal dispute over alleged pay-to-play scheme.

No damages or payments were exchanged between the parties.

Drake continues to pursue a separate lawsuit against Universal Music Group.

Music production

Drake Secures Settlement with iHeartMedia in 'Not Like Us' Dispute, UMG Battle Continues | stupidDOPE

Drake has settled his legal dispute with iHeartMedia over manipulated airplay, but his fight with Universal Music Group continues.

Miscellaneous

Don't Expect a Drake Trial

Drake's lawsuit against UMG raises questions about artistic expression and the limits of defamation in music.

Toronto Raptors

fromABA Journal

Drake alleges Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance defamed him in amended suit against music company

Drake claims Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance defamed him, alleging a pervasive defamation strategy by Universal Music Group.

LA Lakers

fromPage Six

Drake complains about Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' Super Bowl performance in new defamation claims

Drake's lawsuit claims Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance defamed him, adding to accusations against UMG for promoting the diss track containing serious allegations.

Miscellaneous

Drake vs. UMG: Legal Showdown Over Alleged Music Industry Practices | stupidDOPE

Drake's legal dispute with UMG raises critical questions about industry transparency, free speech, and corporate accountability.

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fromSacramento Bee

3 weeks ago

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Looking for work? Check out these top-rated California companies, Forbes says

Universal Music Group is recognized as a top employer in the U.S. for its supportive work environment and employee development.

#royalties

Music

Iggy Azalea Claims That UMG 'Criminals' Owe Her Millions of Dollars

Iggy Azalea accuses Universal Music Group of withholding millions and offering a low settlement.

Music

Limp Bizkit sues Universal Music Group for $200 million, alleging years of unpaid royalties

Limp Bizkit is suing Universal Music Group for $200 million, alleging fraudulent practices preventing them from receiving owed royalties.

fromThe Verge

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New Spotify and UMG deal could create pricier 'superfan' subscription

Spotify and Universal Music Group's new agreement aims to create a tiered subscription for superfans offering exclusive perks.

Music

Iggy Azalea Claims That UMG 'Criminals' Owe Her Millions of Dollars

Iggy Azalea accuses Universal Music Group of withholding millions and offering a low settlement.

Music

Limp Bizkit sues Universal Music Group for $200 million, alleging years of unpaid royalties

Limp Bizkit is suing Universal Music Group for $200 million, alleging fraudulent practices preventing them from receiving owed royalties.

fromThe Verge

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New Spotify and UMG deal could create pricier 'superfan' subscription

Spotify and Universal Music Group's new agreement aims to create a tiered subscription for superfans offering exclusive perks.

more#royalties

fromRAIN News

2 months ago

Music

RAIN Notes: February 6

The top three podcasts in Q4 2024 highlight a dominance of established shows, while new conservative podcasts are on the rise.

#spotify

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Spotify and Universal Music Group Strike Groundbreaking Multiyear Deal | stupidDOPE

Spotify and Universal Music Group have entered a transformative agreement that promises to benefit artists, songwriters, and listeners while reshaping the music streaming landscape.

fromRAIN News

Music

Spotify "Super Premium" - hints become expectations for 2025

Spotify plans to introduce high-resolution audio options by 2025, responding to consumer demand and competition from rivals.

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Spotify and Universal Music Group Strike Groundbreaking Multiyear Deal | stupidDOPE

Spotify and Universal Music Group have entered a transformative agreement that promises to benefit artists, songwriters, and listeners while reshaping the music streaming landscape.

fromRAIN News

Music

Spotify "Super Premium" - hints become expectations for 2025

Spotify plans to introduce high-resolution audio options by 2025, responding to consumer demand and competition from rivals.

Sources: LiAngelo Ball signs $13M music deal

LiAngelo Ball has transitioned to a music career, signing a $13 million deal with Def Jam and Universal Music.

#pershing-square

fromFortune Europe

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Bill Ackman vows to leave Amsterdam stock exchange over 'failure to protect tourists'

Bill Ackman will move his fund's listing from Amsterdam to London due to antisemitic violence.

fromYahoo Finance

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UMG says Pershing does not have right to require Amsterdam delisting

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square cannot force Universal Music Group to become a U.S.-domiciled company or delist from Euronext Amsterdam.

fromFortune Europe

Miscellaneous

Bill Ackman vows to leave Amsterdam stock exchange over 'failure to protect tourists'

Bill Ackman will move his fund's listing from Amsterdam to London due to antisemitic violence.

fromYahoo Finance

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UMG says Pershing does not have right to require Amsterdam delisting

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square cannot force Universal Music Group to become a U.S.-domiciled company or delist from Euronext Amsterdam.

more#pershing-square

fromFast Company

Music

This AI version of a hit Christmas song marks a new era for music

AI technology transforms a classic Christmas song into a Spanish version, enhancing accessibility while honoring its original artist.

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fromPitchfork

Limp Bizkit Sues Universal Music Group for $200 Million in Unpaid Royalties

Limp Bizkit and Fred Durst are suing Universal Music Group for over $200 million in unpaid royalties owed from music streaming.

The lawsuit alleges UMG designed systems to conceal artists' royalties, impacting many artists beyond Limp Bizkit.

fromtherealdeal.com

LA real estate

Universal Music's Santa Monica headquarters sells for $185M

Drawbridge Realty purchases Universal Music Group's headquarters in Santa Monica for $185 million, its first investment on the Westside.

Music

fromComputerworld

8 months ago

Meta and Universal Music Group sign deal on AI music

Meta and Universal Music Group expanded their partnership allowing Meta's users to share UMG songs without copyright issues.

#music-industry

8 months ago

Music

Universal Music Group strikes Meta deal to license Taylor Swift, more artists on WhatsApp

Universal Music Group reached a new licensing agreement with Meta Platforms to have music from top artists like Taylor Swift and Adele featured on WhatsApp.

fromtime.com

Marketing

Artists From Universal Music Group Are Heading Back to TikTok as New Deal Is Reached

Artists from Universal Music Group return to TikTok after resolving licensing dispute.

fromThe Daily Upside

9 months ago

Marketing

Universal Music Feels the Sting from Streaming Saturation

Universal Music Group's financials disappointed with slower subscription revenue growth causing a significant drop in shares.

Marketing

TikTok and Universal Music Group Finally Made Up

Universal Music Group has reached a new licensing agreement with TikTok, allowing songs to return with improved remuneration and protections for AI.

Music

Taylor Swift's songs returning to TikTok after Universal Music licensing deal

Universal Music Group and TikTok reached a new licensing deal to enable access to songs from popular artists like Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and Adele.

Music

8 months ago

Universal Music Group strikes Meta deal to license Taylor Swift, more artists on WhatsApp

Universal Music Group reached a new licensing agreement with Meta Platforms to have music from top artists like Taylor Swift and Adele featured on WhatsApp.

fromtime.com

Marketing

Artists From Universal Music Group Are Heading Back to TikTok as New Deal Is Reached

Artists from Universal Music Group return to TikTok after resolving licensing dispute.

fromThe Daily Upside

9 months ago

Marketing

Universal Music Feels the Sting from Streaming Saturation

Universal Music Group's financials disappointed with slower subscription revenue growth causing a significant drop in shares.

Marketing

TikTok and Universal Music Group Finally Made Up

Universal Music Group has reached a new licensing agreement with TikTok, allowing songs to return with improved remuneration and protections for AI.

Music

Taylor Swift's songs returning to TikTok after Universal Music licensing deal

Universal Music Group and TikTok reached a new licensing deal to enable access to songs from popular artists like Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and Adele.

Marketing

Taylor Swift, Adele, and Bad Bunny's music returning to TikTok, thanks to a new UMG deal

Artists from Universal Music Group, including popular names like Taylor Swift and Drake, are returning to TikTok after a new licensing agreement was reached.

fromConsequence

Marketing

Universal Music Group and TikTok agree to new licensing deal

The deal between Universal Music Group and TikTok will result in improved compensation for artists, industry-leading AI protections, and the return of UMG's music catalog to the platform.

fromEngadget

Marketing

Olivia Rodrigo, Drake and other Universal artists return to TikTok

Artists like Taylor Swift and The Weeknd will be back on TikTok after Universal Music Group signed a deal ensuring artist protection and new monetization opportunities.

fromFast Company

Marketing

Taylor Swift, Adele, and Bad Bunny's music returning to TikTok, thanks to a new UMG deal

Artists from Universal Music Group, including popular names like Taylor Swift and Drake, are returning to TikTok after a new licensing agreement was reached.

fromConsequence

Marketing

Universal Music Group and TikTok agree to new licensing deal

The deal between Universal Music Group and TikTok will result in improved compensation for artists, industry-leading AI protections, and the return of UMG's music catalog to the platform.

fromEngadget