In 2022, a quarter of the 57,000 artists who earned $10,000 or more in royalties from Spotify in 2022 are self-distributed.
Chairman Bang Si-hyuk says HYBE must have a “sense of urgency” in efforts to grow outside its home country.
In this week's The Contenders: Cyrus’ Endless Summer Vacation is the highest-profile new release, but a global sensation's new EP might have the best shot at dethroning Wallen’s juggernaut.
In terms of both dollar and percentage increases, last year’s growth was the lowest since 2016.
Karol’s Mañana Será Bonito is challenging for the top spot, with new sets from Gorillaz and Yeat not far behind.
There have been calls to eliminate or cap fees tacked onto concert ticket prices. But consumers probably won’t be able to avoid them.
The short-form video app known for breaking viral hits, is using music in a different way Down Under.
Streaming is strong, but issues pose some danger. Warner Music Group streaming revenues fell for some reasons that won't affect other companies.
Also this week — a new album from Pierce the Veil, and resurgent sets from Rihanna and Post Malone.
Commercial success alone doesn't decide whether an artist will get voted in — but it doesn't hurt.
