Music Biz Digest: Lawsuits, Listings & Lessons (June 2026) -

2 Live Crew Can’t Reclaim Copyrights: An appeals court ruled that 2 Live Crew cannot recapture their recorded music copyrights, reinforcing termination rights limitations in music law.
Concord Music Acquires Presets Catalog: Concord Music Publishing ANZ buys a stake in Julian Hamilton’s catalog, signaling continued catalog acquisition trends.
Ben Folds on Kennedy Center Woes: Ben Folds outlines challenges facing the National Symphony Orchestra amid Trump’s Kennedy Center focus, highlighting political pressure on arts institutions.

BMI Foundation 2026 Awards Open: Apply now for songwriting and composer awards from BMI Foundation – a key opportunity for emerging writers.
Entrepreneur of the Year Nominee: Dr. Moti Margalit of SonicEdge is nominated for International Entrepreneur of the Year 2026, recognizing music tech innovation.

Embrace Flops: Not every song will be a hit, and that’s okay – a reminder that failure is part of the marketing process.
From Blue Collar to Music Tech: Travis Terrell shares his journey from musician to music tech entrepreneur – practical advice for artists diversifying income.
Turn 1 Song Into 6 Figures: Actionable strategies to maximize a single track’s revenue through licensing, streaming, and sync.
Quick Rhythm Hack: A simple chord rhythm trick to instantly improve your music production.

SongCast Indie Playlist: Check out the latest SongCast Indie Music Revolution Playlist for week of June 8, 2026 – great for discovery and pitching.
CMA Fest Pop-Up: The Band Perry, Caroline Jones, and more will play Big Machine’s CMA Fest pop-up – networking opportunity for country artists.
Buddy in Hollywood: Catch @OfficialBuddy on June 25 in Hollywood – live music event.
New VESTRI Dongle: Schiit’s new VESTRI dongle DAC/headphone amp offers high-quality portable audio.

Music Business for Beginners: Introductory guide for artists looking to understand royalties, contracts, and DIY distribution.
Industry Ink Roundup: Ashley Gorley, Truist, Jake Owen, and International Country Music Conference updates – stay informed on country music business.
Work Besties: The importance of collaboration and finding trusted partners in the music industry.
What Do I Sell First As An Artist?: Prioritizing merch, music, or experiences to build revenue as an emerging artist.
Sam Fender Production Style: Tutorial on replicating Sam Fender’s production techniques for aspiring producers.