Streaming services are NOT underpaying artists, concludes new study
Spotify, other streaming music services, and the major record labels are not making excessive profits at the expense of artists, according to a new UK government study. It’s a conclusion. Continue reading
142K fans who bought tickets stayed home as UK concert attendance dropped 27% last week
A “catastrophic drop” in attendance, advance ticket sales and spend per attendee has hit music venues on the UK and many fear a similar US decline as a new strain. Continue reading
UK strikes deal allowing artists to tour EU without a visa
Thanks to a new deal struck between the UK and EU member nations, UK musicians will once again be able to participate in “short-term” tours in nineteen of the European. Continue reading
Arlo Parks, Mogwai, Wolf Alice, more nominated for Mercury Prize 2021
The Mercury Prize, which recognizes albums outside of the mainstream, has named its 2021 list of nominees and it’s a diverse group. The full list of Mercury Prize 2021 nominees. Continue reading
UK label growth confirms indie music’s ascendance
The UK independent label market grew to 26% in 2020 and that trend is accelerating in 2021. This marks the fifth straight year of indie growth as measured by album. Continue reading
UK Music Industry On Track To Shrink 50% In 2020
The British music industry is on track to shed 50% due to the extended shutdown of concerts, festivals, and other live entertainment during the coronavirus pandemic. The dire warning, which. Continue reading
2020 UK Music Diversity Report with Christine Osazuwa, Paulette Long OBE, Ammo Talwar MBE
In recognition of Black History Month in the UK, Christine Osazuwa of Warner Music Group spoke with UK Music’s Paulette Long OBE and Ammo Talwar MBE about the state of. Continue reading
Survey Reveals 64% Of Musicians Are Considering Quitting The Industry Permanently [Video]
According to a recent study conducted by Encore Musicians, the music business in the UK is in such dire straights (curtesy of the pandemic) that up to 64% of musicians. Continue reading
92% Of Independent Festivals Face Closure says Association
In a statement that resonates in the US and globally, the Association of Independent Festivals has sounded the alarm, warning of a UK “independent festival wasteland” in 2021 and beyond. Continue reading
Arthur Live Music Awards 2020 – Full List Of Winners
The annual Arthur Awards, which honor the best in today’s live industry, took place last week in London as part of the International Live Music Conference (ILMC). The prizes were handed. Continue reading
