Takedown Titans & Guitar Green: Music Industry Digest -

New York Attorney General Letitia James demands the dissolution of Live Nation’s monopoly, citing anticompetitive practices that stifle the live music ecosystem.

For event organizers: securing proper licensing for live music requires contacting performing rights organizations (PROs) like ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC.
DMCA takedown notices have consequences—misuse can lead to legal counterclaims; always ensure your copyright is valid before filing.

Martin Guitar celebrates Earth Day 2026 with the new Biosphere® Guitar, made from sustainable materials.
Dan + Shay’s new single ‘Say So’ sparks mental health conversations, blending pop-country with advocacy.
Get to know Sydney rockers The Hush: their latest single ‘Nothin’ for Free’ and 2026 plans.
Hadlie-Jo sits down for an interview discussing her identity and music journey.

SubmitHub makes song promotion easy by connecting artists with playlist curators and blogs.
For event promoters: real followers count—avoid vanity metrics; focus on engaged communities.
Video tutorial: How to upload music to Spotify with Ditto Music (2026 guide).
A music promotion formula reveals how to reach 1 million streams through consistent content and targeted outreach.

YouTube expands likeness detection tool to music, enabling artists to flag unauthorized AI deepfakes.
Profile: New School offers free music lessons for children and adults, fostering community through education.
My Music Row Story: BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s Peter Strickland shares his journey.
Direct powered by DistroKid provides a direct-to-fan distribution platform.
A critical essay asks: Why I left the music industry—and why you should too.
Inside UMG’s patent portfolio targeting AI music derivatives: a technical blueprint for a walled garden model.

Aza Raskin shares his newfound appreciation for nature via #earthday #earthspeciesproject #sxsw2026.