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Block, a tech giant, has announced a significant reduction in its support for TIDAL , a #music streaming service previously owned by Jay-Z. This move signals a strategic shift within Block, which had initially invested in #TIDAL with the aim of revolutionizing the music streaming experience. The reduced #investment raises questions about the future direction of TIDAL, as the platform, known for its superior sound quality and artist-friendly features, may see shifts in its offerings. The decision raises questions about whether TIDAL can maintain its artist-centric approach, offering higher #royalty payments compared to other streaming services. It also raises the question of whether platforms originally designed to empower artists can sustain this mission without substantial backing from their parent companies. Limitations on TIDAL's audio quality and exclusive content could impact its ability to offer lossless streaming. This shift may herald a broader trend in the streaming industry, as #platforms vie for dominance. The competitive nature of the music streaming market suggests that TIDAL will likely not stand still, and each decision will #influence its #sustainability and relevance. #Advantages of TIDAL's transition include potential for# innovation, a focused strategy, and reduced artist support. The coming months will be crucial in shaping TIDAL's destiny and the landscape of #digitalmusic.

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People are urged to check their old #CD collections due to the resurgence in popularity of physical media, including vinyls from decades ago. The #musicindustry has reminded #Brits that demand for CDs and vinyls from decades ago is so high that consumers are prepared to pay huge bucks for them. Music by the likes of #DavidBowie, The #Beatles, #MichaelJackson, and other legends are on the list. However, some Brits admit it is too late, as they have already thrown out their CD collections, which include copies of singles and albums now thought to be worth a sweet sum. Many of these coveted CDs were released in #limited quantities or exclusively in #foreign countries, while others were recalled for various reasons, such as the death of bandmates. Some copies are still circulating and sell for around £1,500 to £2,000. Other rare CDs include Nirvana's single #PennyroyalTea, #BruceSpringsteen's The Future of #RockandRoll, #Prince's My Name Was Prince, and #ParisHilton's debut album Paris.

#LadyGaga's "#Disease" has achieved the 4th highest new entry on the United World Chart, ranking #24 with 130,000 points. The song, written and produced by Andrew Watt, Cirkut, and her fiancé Michael Polansky, was well-received by music critics. It debuted at No. 14 on the #Billboard Global 200 chart, marking Gaga's 2nd top 20 entry in 2024. In the #UK, it landed at #7 on the Official Singles Chart, marking her 16th top 10 hit and 2nd in 2024. In Brazil, it debuted at No. 21 on the Billboard #Brasil Hot 100.

Lekeisha Irion has been appointed as Head of A&R at Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Benelux, based in #Amsterdam. Irion, who joined the publisher last year as an A&R Manager, has worked closely with various Dutch pop and hip-hop artists, including #Antoon, #Bankzitters, #BrahimFouradi, #JulianVahle, #PaulSinha, #RenskeTeBuck, #Reverse, #RoxyDekker, and #Trobi. Irion has played a pivotal role in helping the rising popstar land four No.1s in the Netherlands in 2024 and an Edison Awards for Best Newcomer. One of the hits, #Sugardaddy, has 100% of its song credits attributed to #WCM songwriters, Beer Petrie, Julian Vahle, and Renske te Buck. Niels Walboomers, President, Records and Publishing, Benelux, WMG, praised Irion's early success as a brilliant A&R executive and praised her for her ability to understand #genres and scenes in different #markets. She is an asset to WCM's global network of A&Rs and is a young female executive to watch for the #future.

#Billboard's latest "Market Watch" report has removed data on CDs and physical formats due to changes in Luminate's #sales methodology, which sparked backlash from #indie retailers. This shift led to discrepancies in #vinyl sales figures, with Billboard initially reporting a decline that contradicted other industry data. As a result, vinyl and physical sales data were excluded from the October 24th report. Billboard claims the new methodology more accurately reflects #independent retail, but the lack of historical data makes year-over-year comparisons difficult. The move leaves uncertainty about the true state of physical #music sales. Further complications arose from Luminate's revised approach, which critics argue might have overstated previous sales figures. With the absence of comparative data, it remains unclear if the physical sales slump is real or if the revised metrics are simply a correction. The situation has raised questions about the accuracy and transparency of industry data going forward.(Credit: Mick Haupt)

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#DapperMusic has solidified its position as the top Nigerian-owned #label, capturing 7.97% of the #streaming market share in 2024, according to #TurnTable Charts. Driven by major hits like #SeyiVibez's #NAHAMciaga EP and #Shallipopi's #PresidoLaPluto, the label surpassed one billion #streams by Q3. This success underscores the growing #global influence of Nigerian talent, as Dapper Music continues to expand its reach and champion African #music worldwide. With its strategic focus on talent development and #international collaborations, the label is poised to keep breaking records and elevate African music to new heights.

At the #Music Business UK Awards in #CoventGarden, #JonPlatt, #CEO of Sony Music Publishing, was honored with the #International Executive of the Year award. Presented by #MNEK, the award recognized Platt's significant impact on the #global prominence of UK and Irish music. Platt, who oversees a roster of top British and Irish talent like #CharliXCX, #EdSheeran, and #CentralCee, reflected on his 30-year career, praising his #Sony team and the UK's collaborative music community. He shared stories behind iconic hits like #Beyoncé's "#HoldUp" and #JayZ's "#EmpireStateOfMind," emphasizing the importance of #teamwork, #sacrifice, and #trust in the music industry. Platt concluded by encouraging the next generation of #industry leaders to cherish their creative journeys while helping others grow.

#MichaelJackson’s iconic hit "#Thriller" continues to dominate the charts even years after his passing. This week, the song climbs to No. 1 on the #Billboard R&B Digital #Song Sales chart, marking its annual rise in popularity during #Halloween season. First reaching No. 1 on this chart in 2012, "Thriller" has become synonymous with the spooky season, often topping charts every October as millions of fans #stream and purchase the #track. Alongside its chart-topping performance on the R&B Digital Song Sales chart, "Thriller" also sees a jump to No. 3 on the R&B/Hip-Hop #Digital Song Sales chart and No. 5 on the Hot R&B Songs chart, reflecting its continued popularity through #streaming, #sales, and #airplay.