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Jeremy Abbott has been appointed as the new Managing Editor of NME Networks. In this new managerial role, Abbott will be responsible for leading the day-to-day editorial operations for all titles such as NME, NME Asia, NME Australia, Guitar.com and MusicTech, with the aim of building and maintaining a world-class music and pop culture new media group. 

Over the course of his ten year editorial experience as Global Brand & Content Editor at Mixmag and Editor at Unilad, some of the biggest titles in the UK, Jeremy Abbott, with his combined background of online media production and editorial curation has been able to stay at the forefront of digital media. 

“I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining NME Networks as Managing Editor”, says Jeremy Abbott as he speaks on this new endeavor: “To be able to lead numerous world class titles into the future is an honour and I can’t wait to get started. The global team is comprised of talented, knowledgeable and supremely passionate staff who really care about these brands and I’m excited to see what we can create together.”

The Chief Operating & Commercial Officer at NME Networks Holly Bishop calls Jeremy Abbott a “rare find”: “His personable style, matched with a global outlook make him the perfect fit for NME Networks … Jeremy’s contribution will be key to driving forward our ambitious growth plans, as we continue to shape popular culture with world-class content.”

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

Casio Sessions returns for 2025 - an inspiring singer-songwriter competition for emerging artists

  Applications to Casio Sessions 2025 are now open to UK-based singer-songwriters Musicians will compete to win a PX-S7000HM digital piano, one of Casio's premium models worth £2,249, plus an exclusive studio mastering session and their winning song pressed to vinyl -...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

Key Production Group strengthens European team with new hire

Julia Völkel joins as Account Manager Julia Völkel expands Key Production Group's EU team The former Senior Sales Manager at Optimal Media GmbH will support Key Production as Account Manager for the German and European market Key Production expands its offering for German...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

Rock en Seine 2025 unveils its exceptional lineup

Rock en Seine continues to unveil its breathtaking lineup. After confirming its 100% pop female-led opening day a few weeks ago, headlined by Chappell Roan, London Grammar, Suki Waterhouse and Luvcat, it’s time for the festival to share more exciting...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

The Battle - John Niven's First Comedy Play

The Battle -  John Niven's First Comedy Play on the Greatest Chart Battle of All Time - BLUR vs OASIS - to Tour Ahead of West End Written by John NivenDirected by Matthew Dunster www.thebattleplay.com   Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep co-present The Battle, a new comedy play based (mostly) on real...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

Opting Into Fair AI: CreateBase and Musical AI Partner on Consent-Driven AI Training Practices

Musical AI, the attribution and rights management platform for AI, has joined forces with CreateBase to build one of the first fully transparent, consent-based music training ecosystems,  addressing a persistent challenge in the relationship between AI and the music industry....more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

Revolutionising Direct-to-Fan Ticketing: Music Glue Launches Enhanced Platform Empowering Artists Worldwide

Music Glue, the London-based global e-commerce platform for the music industry, has unveiled a newly enhanced, direct-to-fan ticketing solution.  Designed specifically with artists in mind, the upgraded platform offers a seamless, powerful, and transparent way for artists to sell tickets directly...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

IMPALA announces the launch of new Artist Camp project as part of EU network programme

  IMPALA is proud to announce the launch of its new Artist Camp project, co-funded by the European Union as part of IMPALA’s 2025–2028 network programme.Starting in 2025, IMPALA and its member associations will organise an Artist Camp each year, each based on a unique partnership between...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

28 leading A&R professionals confirmed for A&R Sessions at Brighton Music Conference

The award-winning Brighton Music Conference (BMC), the UK’s leading electronic music and networking event, is excited to welcome 28 leading A&R professionals in the electronic music scene to the ‘A&R Sessions’ at BMC25.Taking place from 21st to 23rd May 2025 at some...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

How UnitedMasters Used SymphonyOS to Push BigXThaPlug to the Top of the Billboard Hot 100

  BigXThaPlug is having a moment. Building on years of hard luck and hard work, the Texas rapper has broken through with a triumphant Jimmy Kimmel appearance and a chart-storming new single.  “All The Way,”’ BigXThaPlug’s genre-blending collab with rising country star Bailey Zimmerman,...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

Sony Corporation and Bandlab Technologies Announce Strategic Partnership to Empower Creators With Cutting-Edge Technology and Opportunities That Make Music Creation More Accessible

Collaboration brings new technology and artist support to millions of creators, starting with spatial sound integration in BandLab  Sony Corporation and BandLab Technologies today announced a strategic partnership set to redefine music creation for independent and emerging artists worldwide. By bringing...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

RHEI Data Pro Adds $20M in New Licensing Agreements to its Initial $35M, With Eight Figures in Partner Earnings So Far

RHEI Data Pro emerges as one of the world’s largest audio-visual content databasesRHEI, a leading tech company that builds AI to amplify human creativity, scale its audience, and enhance its impact, today announced the addition of $20 million in new...more

30 Apr 2025 | Press release

BeatStars and Sureel Partner to Strengthen Intellectual Property Protection for Creators

  First-of-its-Kind Collaboration Protects the Work of Creators on BeatStars in the Age of AI   BeatStars, the world's #1 music marketplace, is reinforcing its commitment to ethical AI and creator empowerment by announcing a strategic partnership with Sureel.ai. This collaboration ensures the...more

29 Apr 2025 | Press release

Payday Music Publishing expands LA operations

New Synch Hires, Coachella Sessions and Studio Expansion Payday Music Publishing (‘Payday Publishing’), the leading independent publishers of Electronic Dance Music, Pop, Hip-Hop, Jazz and Reggae, has announced two senior hires to further bolster its LA based sync department.Jamey Sussman and...more

29 Apr 2025 | Press release

LIVE Trust welcomes first £500k in ticket contribution pledges

“An excellent start, with more to come” – Jon Collins, CEO LIVE LIVE (Live music Industry Venues & Entertainment), which represents 15 live music industry organisations, has announced that the LIVE Trust, a transformative new funding initiative that will offer much...more

29 Apr 2025 | Press release

NTIA Celebrates Milestone as International Nightlife Association Gains Full United Nations NGO Status, Elevating Global Night Time Economy

Only four months after obtaining consultative status, the INA is now recognised as a Full Member of CoNGO, further solidifying nightlife's global relevance. The International Nightlife Association (INA) announces its elevation to Full Member status within the Conference of Non-Governmental Organisations...more

29 Apr 2025 | Press release

Henri Lanz appointed as Senior International A&R & Creative Advisor for Warner Music Nordics

  Warner Music Nordics has made a significant addition to its senior leadership team with the appointment of Henri Lanz, one of the region's most respected music industry experts. The award-winning producer, successful songwriter and experienced music industry executive has taken up...more

29 Apr 2025 | Press release

UniteSync: How a Producer Merged Information Science and Artistic Passion to Find Songwriters and Musicians' Unpaid Royalties

  Carlos Palop should have been living the dream. A producer and electronic artist, Palop was seeing real traction with some of his lofi tracks. Streams were picking up--and yet the more he looked at his royalty statements, the more discrepancies...more

29 Apr 2025 | Press release

David Arnold and Anne Nikitin in conversation at The Ivors Academy Summit 2025

Acclaimed composers David Arnold and Anne Nikitin will be in conversation at The Ivors Academy Summit supported by ICE and PRS for Music on 20 May in London, a major new event designed to empower songwriters and composers with the practical knowledge, tools and connections to make...more

28 Apr 2025 | Press release

Impala welcomes European Commission's scrutiny of acquisition of Downtown by Universal Music Group

IMPALA, the European association of independent music companies, welcomes the European Commission’s decision to investigate the proposed merger between Universal Music Group (UMG) and Downtown Music Holdings, home to companies such as Fuga, CD Baby, Songtrust, Curve, AdRev, as well...more

28 Apr 2025 | Press release

Moby and Little Walnut Productions Relaunch mobygratis: Free Music Access for All Creators

Platform now offers 500 new unreleased tracks, multitrack audio, and upgraded tools to empower independent creatives On Thursday, April 24, 2025, internationally renowned musician and activist Moby announced the relaunch of mobygratis at NeueHouse Hollywood. Powered by Little Walnut Productions, mobygratis...more

28 Apr 2025 | Press release

Music venue SWX Bristol relaunches as Electric Bristol

Electric Group, the UK's fastest growing music venue operator behind iconic spaces like Electric Brixton and NX Newcastle, announces the rebranding of SWX Bristol to Electric Bristol.  This exciting new chapter cements the venue's status as a key player in the UK's live touring music scene...more

25 Apr 2025 | Press release

Armada Music Publishing Inks New Deals with Bloom Twins, SHELLS and Trance Wax

The publisher has also extended its deal with Da Beatfreakz following the massive success of their 26x platinum hit ‘Prada’ last year Armada Music Publishing, the dedicated publishing division of Armada Music Group, has announced a slate of new deals with...more

25 Apr 2025 | Press release

Young Music Boss Announces 2025 YMBAwards Nominees, Celebrating the Power Behind the Hits

The Young Music Boss Awards (YMBAwards) is delighted to reveal the nominees for its 2025 edition, recognising the vital architects behind the music industry’s biggest success stories. Taking place on Thursday, 12th June 2025 in London, this year’s ceremony will...more

25 Apr 2025 | Press release

Spitfire Audio collaborates with The Last of Us composer Gustavo Santaolalla to create new virtual instrument 'Ronroco'

THE SOULFUL SIGNATURE SOUND OF HIS ICONIC RONROCO, HEARD IN OSCAR AND GRAMMY WINNING SCORES, IS DEEPLY SAMPLED IN EXPERTLY PROGRAMMED NEW PLUGIN   Composer Gustvo Santaolalla’s journey has been extraordinary. His mastery of this underappreciated Andean instrument has been applied to...more

25 Apr 2025 | Press release

M83's Anthony Gonzalez announces new label Other Suns

ANTHONY GONZALEZ announces details of his Other Suns record label and its forthcoming releases. M83’s A Necessary Escape; the soundtrack to anticipated film Dakar Chronicles (French title) / Dakar: Race Against the Desert (International title), out 27th June. He will also...more

25 Apr 2025 | Press release

Indies on a roll as Record Store Day UK reaches historic high

All-time record of 278 Shops Participate 18% uplift in sales to all-time-high Over 70 additional events including performances                                                                                                          "    Preliminary results from Record Store Day – held on April 12 – confirm that it was the largest and most successful yet in...more

25 Apr 2025 | Press release

MPG Awards 2025 - Winners

The Music Producers Guild, in association with Dolby and Mix With The Masters, has revealed the winners of their 2025 MPG Awards at a sold-out celebration at The Troxy in East London. The night honoured the producers, engineers and studios who are shaping the future of recorded...more

24 Apr 2025 | Press release

Universal Music UK announces new leadership in its Communications & Policy team

  Universal Music UK (UMUK) today announces the appointment of two new leaders in its communications and policy team, who will have responsibility for leading initiatives across all parts of the Universal Music UK business. Rachel Tregenza, who has been with Universal...more

24 Apr 2025 | Press release

New survey reveals UK fans want greater transparency over AI generated music

  Four in every five music listeners believe that human creativity is essential to music, and that music must not be ingested by AI systems unless authorised, new survey reveals  More than 1,750 music listeners across the UK were surveyed as part...more

24 Apr 2025 | Press release

Nominations announced for The Ivors with Amazon Music 2025

  Lola Young receives three nominations in her first year of recognition by The Ivors Academy  RAYE, Ghetts and Conor Dickinson each receive two nominations  Charli xcx, Ghetts, Jordan Rakei, Lola Young and BERWYN in contention for Best Album  Wham!’s “Last Christmas” in the...more

29 Apr 2025

  • How economic volatility will impact US labels’ fandom monetisation push (see Comment)

28 Apr 2025

  • Spotify is said to be raising its subscription prices across Europe and Latin America (see Digital)

  • Culture Secretary to review the Music Export Growth Scheme (see News)

25 Apr 2025

  • The music industry wants solutions. But do listeners see problems? (see Comment)

  • The next generation of independent music tastemakers (see Features)

24 Apr 2025

  • BPI survey confirms music consumers believe human creativity is fundamental to music (see Reports)

23 Apr 2025

  • Eight UK cities join forces for 'Music Fans Voice' survey (see Reports)

22 Apr 2025

  • Did the Spotify 1,000 stream rule cost artists $47m?

  • Meet the editors crafting some of Spotify’s top playlists (see Features)

17 Apr 2025

  • Two Guardian music writers spent a week assessing the limits of living with and without Spotify (see Features)

16 Apr 2025

  • Ruth Barlow of AIM and Beggars Group on UMGDowntown and why she believes ‘regulators must act’ (see Comment)

15 Apr 2025

  • Jack Dorsey says it’s time to ‘delete all IP law’ — and Elon Musk agrees — amid continued AI training debate (see News)

14 Apr 2025

  • Viagogo's anti-consumer practices show why only a price cap can stop law-breaking ticket touts (see News)