MBW Explains is a series of analytical features in which we explore the context behind major music industry talking points – and suggest what might happen next. Only MBW+ subscribers have unlimited access to these articles. Overview of the Notorious […]
Bright Eyes Returns to the Stage Bright Eyes made a triumphant return to the stage after their recovery, performing a rendition of ‘June On The West Coast’ – check out the video below. READ MORE: Bright Eyes on new album
Reservoir Media Acquires Lastrada Entertainment Reservoir Media has acquired Lastrada Entertainment’s publishing catalog, adding 5,600 titles to New York-headquartered Reservoir’s library of music rights. Lastrada’s Rich Music History Lastrada was founded by Herb Moelis in 1987 and is currently managed
Supreme Court Ruling on TikTok in the US TikTok will face a ban across the US starting this Sunday (January 19) if it doesn't sell, as ruled by the Supreme Court. The platform’s future became uncertain when its parent company,
Trump’s Executive Order Consideration Just days before a US law to ban or sell TikTok takes effect, President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly mulling an executive order to temporarily suspend the law. Duration of Suspension The suspension – lasting 60 or
Legal Battles Between Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley and Former Manager Sum 41's Derick Whibley and his former manager are suing each other over allegations of sexual assault. Allegations and Denials In his memoir Walking Disaster, Whibley accused Greig Norie, the
Benefit concerts to support wildfire victims Shelley, Irving Azoff and the Azoff family have partnered with Live Nation and AEG Presents to host two benefit concerts aimed at raising funds for communities impacted by the ongoing wildfires in Southern California.
John Lydon’s Lawsuit Against Dennis Morris John Lydon has initiated legal action against a photographer regarding the emblem of his band, Public Image Ltd (PiL). Dennis Morris is renowned for his depictions of Lydon’s previous band, the Sex Pistols, as
New platform for music creators A new British company called Rights to the melody has introduced a technology platform that claims to “revolutionize the way music creators manage and distribute their content.” Melody Rights asserts that it is technically a
Mattel Honors Aaliyah with Special Barbie Doll Mattel paid tribute to Aaliyah by launching a new Barbie doll in her honor. READ MORE: Remembering the Princess of R&B: Aaliyah’s 20 Best Moments in Pop Culture The new figure was revealed
