Harry Styles helps push Sony Music revenues up 11% – as downloads claim just 13% of firm’s sales

Streaming revenues jump 22% and claim 39% of Sony labels’ overall revenues

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‘It’s very important not to take anything for granted in this business’

Jonathan Dickins on management, Adele and why he wants to keep September independent

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Arcade Fire pull catalogue from UMG/Merge to sign new deal with Sony

Are Sony UK boss Jason Iley’s fingerprints on the contract?
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Why Sony Music’s 2016 numbers are healthier than they first appear

Streaming was up over 40% at US$ constant currency – with recorded revenues growing

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Sony Music veteran Carmine Coppola promoted to Chief Financial Officer

Exec will report into COO Kevin Kelleher in his new role
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