The fourth annual conference, founded by Cracker frontman David Lowery, will feature discussions about ticketing, AI litigation, and publicity rights.
The number of U.S. jobs supported by music grew 1.9% annually, from 2.17 million in 2017 to 2.54 million in 2020, according to a new RIAA-led report.
Latin increased 7% compared to the first half of 2023, led by paid streaming subscriptions.
To think the RIAA didn't have a sales award higher than gold until 1976.
Tyga's 2018 summer smash "Taste," featuring Offset, becomes his first diamond-certified record by the Recording Industry Association of America, the RIAA announced on Tuesday (Sept. 24).
Plus, the RIAA certifies Cudi's "Pursuit of Happiness" 12x platinum.
The increase was due mainly to gains in streaming revenue and a jump in vinyl sales – though growth was down significantly from other post-pandemic years.
The enduring hit was released in 2007.
Songs from Luke Combs, Kane Brown, Lady A and Brett Young and others have reached the milestone of 10 million certified units in the U.S.
Luke Combs was honored with his latest RIAA Diamond certifications during an appearance at the Grand Ole Opry.
