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Spotify targets 2027 launch for AI remix service, FT reports
Spotify has announced intentions to launch an AI-driven music remix service in early 2027. This service will allow users to create unique versions of songs, including genre transformations. Additional subscription fees of $4 to $5 per month are being considered for users.
John Anderson, Country Music Hall of Famer, net worth: How ‘Swingin’’ and ‘Seminole wind’ artist built his $7 million fortune
Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson, best known for hits like “Swingin’” and “Seminole Wind,” has died at 71. With an estimated net worth of $7 million, Anderson built his fortune through hit albums, music royalties, live performances and a career spanning four decades. John Anderson’s hit album Wild and Blue went multi-platinum, earning him royalties that continue to bring in money.
YouTube to label AI-Generated songs across its platforms to increase "transparency"
With AI becoming increasingly common across industries, including the music industry, it's getting harder to tell whether a song is original or AI-generated. To make things clearer and avoid confusion, YouTube will now label AI-generated songs across its platforms.
Spotify to bring audiobooks to India in November, four years after US launch
Spotify will introduce its audiobook service in India on November 12, 2026, enabling local users to access new content. The service will be available primarily through an Audiobooks+ add-on for Premium and Free users. Initially, Indian users can access a global catalogue featuring over 350,000 titles in different languages. Spotify aims to increase its presence in India by leveraging local partnerships and payment integrations.
Dolly Parton wasn't just travelin' thru
Her remarkable legacy lies not just in her music, but in her empathy, progressive politics and extraordinary philanthropy.
Spotify draws its AI line at deception, not how the music was created
Spotify will not ban AI-generated music but will focus on preventing impersonation. The company introduced AI Credits for artists to disclose AI usage in songs. New AI Persona badges will identify profiles that appear to be AI-generated. This approach aims to inform listeners and protect genuine artists from deception.
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Indian artists' Spotify royalties rise 29% in 2025; Telugu leads with 120% jump
Indian artists saw a 29% rise in Spotify royalties during 2025. Telugu music experienced over 120% growth, with other regional languages also growing. More Indian artists are earning significant income, with a 21% increase in those earning over one crore rupees. International listeners discovered Indian artists more, contributing significantly to their earnings.
Bonnie Tyler dies at 75: Welsh pop star built fortunes through music sales, live performances, and royalties; check her net worth
Bonnie Tyler, the iconic Welsh singer, has passed away at seventy-five years old. She was best known for her 1983 power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart." Tyler's family confirmed her unexpected death on Thursday, June 9, 2026. The singer had been hospitalized in Portugal for intestinal surgery and was in a coma.
Deezer launches free AI music detector for users of major streaming platforms
Deezer has introduced a free online tool to identify AI-generated songs on streaming platforms. The music company is also sharing its AI detection technology with the industry. This move aims to protect artist revenue, which studies suggest could be significantly impacted by AI music.
Music to ears: Give quality, will pay
Indian consumers are starting to pay for quality. Gen Z listeners are switching to paid music streaming subscriptions. This trend is pushing the industry to offer better value. It is also cleaning up piracy. The ad-based free music model is shrinking. Consumers prefer tech-enabled discovery. This shift offers a lesson for other sectors like digital publishing and home entertainment.
When music isn't just about the note but about 'notes', too
Music is emerging as a valuable asset class with singers and composers launching their own labels to make more money in royalty payments.
AI music boom may hit artist royalties, warns Fitch Ratings
Fitch Ratings warns that the rise of AI-generated music could diminish demand for artist-created content and impact royalty-backed music intellectual property (IP) asset-backed securities (ABS). Streaming platforms are implementing tighter controls to protect copyright holders and ensure fair compensation for human artists, though some providers may leverage AI for cost savings and royalty capture.
Taylor Swift earns $5 million from her shows alone. 'The Life of a Showgirl' artist's net worth is unbelievable
Taylor Swift's new album, 'The Life of a Showgirl', crashed Spotify, underscoring her financial dominance. Her net worth is projected to reach $1.7 billion by 2025, largely driven by record-breaking tours like the Eras Tour, her music catalog, and merchandise. She nets millions per show, cementing her status as a music industry billionaire.
Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar’s Good Bad Ugly removed from Netflix. What is the reason?
Ajith Kumar's film Good Bad Ugly has been removed from the OITT platform due to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by Ilaiyaraaja. The legendary composer alleges the unauthorised use of his iconic songs, demanding compensation and an apology. The film was officially released in theatres on April 10, 2025.
Streaming platform Deezer starts flagging AI-generated music
French streaming platform Deezer now flags fully AI-generated music with a “content generated by AI” label, aiming to protect artist royalties. Using in-house detection tech with claimed 98% accuracy, Deezer demonetises such tracks but doesn't remove them. Around 18% of new uploads are AI-made, posing a growing challenge to musicians' earnings.
Music royalty kitty crosses Rs 700 crore in 2024 on boost from streaming
India's music royalty collections surged to over ₹700 crore in 2024, marking a 42% year-on-year increase and a fourfold growth in five years, primarily fueled by streaming revenue. This growth elevated India's global ranking in creators' collections to 23rd in 2023.
From Arijit Singh to Anirudh Ravichander: Indian artists' royalty income soars as Spotify makes big payouts
Spotify's report shows that in 2024, 90% of songs on India's top 50 playlist were by local artists. Royalties for Indian artists singing in regional languages have doubled since 2021. There's a rise in both Indian and global listeners. Popular genres include Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu. Royalties have reached over Rs 5 crore for many artists.
Spotify says it paid $10 billion in royalties in 2024
Nearly 1,500 artists earned over $1 million in royalties from Spotify last year, the Swedish streaming giant said.
David Beckham's wife Victoria makes millions from music despite not singing since 2012; here's how
David Beckham's wife, Victoria Beckham, continues to rake in millions from her music career, even though she hasn’t performed since 2012. In 2024, she earned an impressive £1 million from music royalties and endorsements.
DPIIT's withdrawal of a copyright rule order to strengthen rights owners' position: Experts
Last week, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) withdrew an office memorandum from September 2016 that extended the scope of a copyright rule to internet transmissions. This move is expected to strengthen the position of copyright owners, allowing them to negotiate better royalty rates.
Did Taylor Swift become billionaire by singing and songwriting only? Know inside story of her wealth
Taylor Swift is different from other billionaires in the sense that she has not accumulated this wealth from profitable businesses like beauty brands, fashion lines, alcohol investments, etc. Swift is the first musician to reach the milestone solely from songwriting and performing.
Spotify paid $9 billion in royalties in 2023. Here's what fueled the growth
Spotify's fourth annual report, which originally launched in 2021 following criticism over its lack of transparency, noted record accomplishments, including the highest annual payment from any retailer to the music industry.
Snoop Dogg Talks About How Much He Earned From 1 Billion Spotify Streams
Snoop Dogg unveils the stark reality of streaming economics, disclosing a mere $45,000 for a billion Spotify streams in a surprising revelation on the Business Untitled podcast. As the industry grapples with evolving royalty structures, questions arise about the accuracy of artist earnings in the digital age.
Music streaming was 2022's top moneymaker for songwriters, composers
Earlier this week, music-streaming giant Spotify reported a rise of 26% in the number of its monthly active users to 574 million in the third quarter, beating its own guidance and analysts' forecast of 565.7 million.
View: How Covid-19 exposes the need for effective licensing regime for internet music platforms
In the light of the ‘Tips Vs Gaana’ dispute, the need for an effective statutory licensing regime for internet music platforms has come into focus again. Due to the impact of Covid-19, revenues have suffered at Gaana. Some music labels continue to demand irrationally high royalties. Tips demanded unviably high royalties. So, Gaana decided to pull down content, despite which Gaana has been dragged into court.
Indian Performing Rights Society wants royalties for music used by telcos
IPRS sent notices to carriers including Bharti Airtel, Vodafone India, Idea Cellular and Reliance Jio Infocomm last month to sign licensing agreements with them for collecting royalties.
Facebook working on music streaming service to compete with Spotify, Apple?
Facebook is reportedly planning to launch a music streaming service that will directly compete with Spotify and Apple Music, according to anonymous sources.
Onerous licensing regime killing legal digital music
One of 4 major legal music streaming services - Dhingana - shut down, leaving Gaana.com, Saavn & Hungama as remaining digital music outlets broadcasting music for consumption in India & abroad.
MySpace bids to pay musicians 'lost' royalties of over $14 mn
Social networking site MySpace, which has enabled many artists to launch their careers, is now helping to pay them back millions of dollars in "lost" royalties for songs and performances.
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