Vinyl’s Renaissance: How Gen Z is Spinning the Record Industry Forward
The vinyl resurgence isn't just a nostalgic trip for older generations; it's being propelled by Gen Z's unique appreciation for the medium's aesthetic and tangible qualities.
Behind the spotlight lies the real engine of music — strategy, innovation, and survival. Here we dive into label moves, tech shifts, royalties, streaming politics, and the evolving role of AI in creation and promotion. For artists, managers, and insiders who want to understand not just the sound, but the system that sells it.
The vinyl resurgence isn't just a nostalgic trip for older generations; it's being propelled by Gen Z's unique appreciation for the medium's aesthetic and tangible qualities.
The Melon Music Awards return on December 20, bringing K-pop’s most data-driven and culturally influential ceremony back to Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome. With no clear industry frontrunner and a rapidly…
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Grammy-winning artist NE-YO, Indian music icon Sonu Nigam, and rapper MC Jin, alongside former Warner Music Asia Co-President Jonathan Serbin, have launched Pacific Music Group in Hong Kong, focusing on…
VENU and Billboard have partnered to launch the 'Disruptor Award,' recognizing trailblazers reshaping the music industry. The inaugural award will be presented at Billboard's Live Music Summit in Los Angeles…
Pragmatico, the Melbourne-based dance-driven producer, has secured a global distribution deal with the London indie label Perfect Havoc, setting the stage for his international breakthrough.