Streaming Rates
A tracked industry dataset for our music coverage: what it measures, where the figures come from and when they were last checked.
Josh Remsberg Joins EVEN to Lead Commercial Partnerships
Josh Remsberg was appointed Head of Commercial Partnerships at direct-to-fan platform EVEN on September 25, tasked with expanding its industry...
Ian Montone Criticizes Algorithm-Driven Music Industry
Artist manager Ian Montone warns that algorithmic playlists have made music too safe and formulaic, confusing online followers with genuine community.
AI Poses Infrastructure Risk to Music Industry
Symphonic CEO Jorge Brea argues that AI's threat to music lies not only in creative flooding but in how easy it has become to launch distribution...
France's Recorded Music Market Grew 3.5% in First Half
The French recorded music market grew 3.5% year-over-year to €449 million in H1 2026, driven by a 7.5% rise in subscription streaming revenues.
RIAA: $3.1B Streaming Revenue H1 2026
US recorded music revenues grew 6.9% to $5.97 billion in H1 2026. Premium subscription streaming, up 7.8% to $3.11 billion, was the largest...
Warner Music Launches Warner Records Germany
Warner Music Central Europe has launched a new frontline label, Warner Records Germany, based in Berlin and led by industry veteran Lea Londa.