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5 key arguments from UMG’s attempt to dismiss Drake’s defamation lawsuit: ‘These claims are no more than Drake’s attempt to save face.’
As reported earlier today (March 17), Universal Music Group (UMG) has filed a motion to dismiss Drake's defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar's hit track Not Like Us, arguing the case is "utterly wit...

Chris Whiteley appointed Managing Director of Northern Europe at Spotify
Whiteley served at Netflix for nearly a decade, including most recently as Managing Director, Business Development in the UK Source...

UMG asks court to dismiss Drake’s ‘Not Like Us’ lawsuit: ‘He has sued his own record label in a misguided attempt to salve his wounds.’
Company tells court that rapper's "claims against UMG are no more than Drake’s attempt to save face for his unsuccessful rap battle with Lamar." Source...

ARK launches to protect music IP in the age of AI, with investment from BMI and Claritas Capital
The platform uses blockchain technology and biometric verification to help artists, writers, musicians, and other creatives secure their work in the digital age Source...

‘I’ve spent every day since I’ve known Lola believing that it was going to happen.’
Nick Shymansky on Lola, Amy, gut vs data and the importance of knowing the difference between good and great Source...

Judge rejects Live Nation’s bid to dismiss parts of DOJ antitrust lawsuit
Federal Judge Arun Subramanian upheld US states’ standing to seek damages on behalf of consumers. Source...

SM Entertainment injects another $4M into SM Friends subsidiary, a.k.a. Kreation Music (report)
The latest funding round follows a larger KRW 15 billion investment made into SM Friends in 2023 Source...

Brad Banducci named CEO of ticketing firm TEG, as Geoff Jones becomes Chairman
TEG is one of Asia Pacific’s largest live entertainment and ticketing companies Source...

After raising $3.2m, music production and fan engagement platform AMPOLLO unveils advisory board
Platform claims to provide 'a unique range of user-friendly tools and engagement opportunities to creators working in music.' Source...