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Known for posting login accounts, a rogue hacking crew “hacked” Spotify. As part of its #Lulzcalypse campaign, rogue “hacking” crew SecTeamSix_ allegedly leaked thousands of global Spotify accounts. The list apparently included Premium accounts. They stated on Twitter, “We’re thinking it’s time to start a #Lulzcalypse.” Lulzcalypse refers to a huge amount of leaks done […]
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After nearly a year in jail without any contact, alleged KickAssTorrents founder Artem Vaulin gets released on bail. Almost a year ago, Artem Vaulin boarded a plane on his way to Iceland. He had planned to spend several weeks vacationing there with his family. However, when the plane stopped for a routine layover in Poland, […]
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May continues to be a strong month in the music industry as we bring you the latest hires, fires, promotions, and even recognitions. Downtown Music Publishing has announced a global, multi-territory publishing administration deal with songwriter and artist Niall Horan. The announcement comes as Horan’s second single, ‘Slow Hands,’ hits #1 on iTunes in forty-seven […]
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In at least six UK festivals this year, spearheaded by Festival Republic, concertgoers can now test their illegal drugs beforehand. Police will only destroy what they handed over. At last year’s Leeds Festival, 17-year-old Lewis Haunch collapsed right after taking illegal drugs. He passed away at a hospital shortly after. Now, to avoid similar tragedies […]
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Did Pandora Radio steal Paypal’s logo in a feeble attempt to attract its visitors? Or was it just a mere coincidence? Pandora Radio’s not doing so hot right now. In the past few months, its active user count has shrunk to its lowest numbers in several years. Goldman Sachs also apologized for its baseless optimism […]
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After ISIS claims responsibility for a heinous act Manchester Arena, Ariana Grande has indefinitely postponed the remaining dates of her UK and European tour. A shaken Ariana Grande has now canceled the remaining dates of her British and European tour, according to details emerging this morning. The dates may be rescheduled, but for now, they […]
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After ISIS claims responsibility for a heinous act Manchester Arena, Ariana Grande has indefinitely postponed the remaining dates of her UK and European tour. A shaken Ariana Grande has now canceled the remaining dates of her British and European tour, according to details emerging this morning. The dates may be rescheduled, but for now, they […]
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Spotify executive: “No, it’s not our fault that streaming services pay out artists unfairly. But, of course, we treat artists very fairly.” An exclusive report published here showed that no, despite what it says, Spotify doesn’t pay artists fairly. In fact, in the past couple of years, the Swedish streamer has actually reduced payouts for […]
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Spotify executive: “No, it’s not our fault that streaming services pay out artists unfairly. But, of course, we treat artists very fairly.” An exclusive report published here showed that no, despite what it says, Spotify doesn’t pay artists fairly. In fact, in the past couple of years, the Swedish streamer has actually reduced payouts for […]
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Ariana Grande is alive and uninjured following a devastating Manchester terrorist attack. The death count has now reached 20, with more than 50 injured. Last updated: Tuesday, May 23rd; 4 am Manchester UK time. Please check back for ongoing updates. Pop superstar Ariana Grande is now safely alive and uninjured following a grisly terrorist attack […]
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