
Whynow Acquires EMP From Warner Music Group
Warner Music Group sells its European merchandise retailer EMP to Whynow, founded by Gabe Jagger, as part of a cost-cutting strategy.
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Warner Music Group sells its European merchandise retailer EMP to Whynow, founded by Gabe Jagger, as part of a cost-cutting strategy.

Carianne Marshall will leave her role as Co-Chair and COO of Warner Chappell Music at month's end as the publisher streamlines leadership.

Universal Music Group signs a multi-year licensing deal with AI firm ElevenLabs, while Suno launches new models with Warner, BMG, and Believe.

The American Federation of Musicians has filed a legal opposition to motions by Universal Music Group and Warner Records to dismiss its lawsuit.

Warner Chappell Music UK has appointed Annie Christensen as Vice President, Catalogue. She will lead catalog acquisition and strategy, moving from a 20-year A&R career at Island Records.

Suno has globally launched its v6 AI music models, developed with licensed data from partners Warner Music Group, BMG, and Believe.

Warner Music Group names former Spotify exec Mateusz Smółka as Managing Director for Eastern Europe, based in Warsaw, effective September 7.

Warner Music Central Europe has launched a new frontline label, Warner Records Germany, based in Berlin and led by industry veteran Lea Londa.

The Warner Music/Blavatnik Social Justice Fund has announced 17 grant recipients for 2026, investing almost $6 million.

Universal, Sony, and Warner Music have taken equity in Stability AI through a $76 million funding round. Other news includes Beggars Group's 20% revenue growth, BMG's financial results, a Sony lawsuit against Kroger, and a legal development in the majors' case against Suno.