LyricFind has shared its most searched for lyrics of 2016. They deliver lyrics to 100+ services including Google, Amazon Music, Deezer, Pandora, Shazam and iHeartMedia. Earlier this year, Justin Bieber’s “Love Yourself” marked LyricFind’s 15 billionth lyric display. _______________________________________ The Top Ten Lyrics of 2016 Song Artist 1 Love Yourself…
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Sony Eyes Unification Of Record, Publishing Arms
Unified rights – a single source for recording, publishing rights pioneered by Terry McBride’s Nettwerk Music – has proven an advantage for indie music companies. Now, Sony may be considering a similar unification of its recording and publishing divisions. _______________________________________ Sony Corp. is considering a major reorganization of its many…
Taylor Swift. Zayn Malik Release Surprise "50 Shades Darker" Duet "I Don’t Wanna Live Forever" Exclusively On iTunes
Just before midnight last night, Taylor Swift and Zayn Malik released a duet, "I Don’t Wanna Live Forever," without notice. The surprise release is the first song from the upcoming film,"Fifty Shades Darker." ________________________________ Just before midnight on Thursday, Taylor Swift tweeted the surprise release of a new track with…
Warner Music Group Reports Strong Digtal Growth As Quarterly Losses Narrow Dramatically
Warner Music Group reported 21% growth in digital for the last quarter on Thursday, as losses narrowed to $3 million from $23 million in the same quarter last year. Net income for the full year was $30 million versus a net loss of $88 million in the prior year. _______________________________…
Vinyl Sales Tops Digital Downloads In UK
For the first time ever, the recording industry made more money from vinyl album sales than downloaded albums in the UK last week. According to figures published by the Entertainment Retailers Association, vinyl accounted for sales of £2.4m ($3m USD), while downloads took in £2.1m ($2.6M). The ERA suggested that…
Music Confidential Releases Unique Music Revenue Report
In special end of year report, we take a unique look at some revenue figures from the year in music business. Rather than sorting revenue by type of right, this report organizes revenue by product category, and as such provides a new perspective on the business of songs. _______________________ Guest…
Grammy Nominees 2017 Named [The Full List]
Beyonce and Adele dominated the nominations for the 2017 Grammy Awards with both receiving coveted album, record and song of the year noms. The 59th Annual Grammys will air live from the Staples Center in LA on Feb. 12th at 8 p.m. ET on CBS. Here is the full list…
Amazon Doubles Down On Vinyl With Launch Of Vinyl Lounge Community, 12 Days Of Giveaways
Amazon has become a key sales outlet for vinyl records, and their music team is promoting the format with two new initiatives. During 12 Days of Giveaways with Amazon Vinyl, now through 12/15, vinyl enthusiasts can enter for their chance to win a turntable from Crosley and Pro-Ject. Two winners…
Recording Academy Sends Letter Congratulating President-elect Trump
As many trade and lobbying organizations do, the Recording Academy, aka The Grammy folks, sent an open letter to the president-elect sharing their hopes and concerns for the next administration. Their letter, also signed by a number of top songwriters and producers, begins with a congratulations. _____________________________ The Recording Academy’s…
Liz Morentin Named Warner Bros. Records, EVP Communications
Music industry veteran Liz Morentin has been appointed EVP of Communications and Media, Warner Bros. Records. She will oversee all communications and media efforts for the company’s roster of artists and corporate initiatives based at the company’s headquarters in Burbank. Most recently, Morentin was SVP of Communications and Marketing at…