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BBC launches new radio stations on DAB+

The BBC has launched its first DAB+ music stations. The three new station extensions from Radio 1 and Radio 3 are the first to be added to the BBC’s music portfolio since 2002 – when the BBC launched 6 Music, 1Xtra and Asian Network. Radio 1 Anthems, Radio 1 Dance and Radio 3 Unwind launched […]

September 12, 2025

Sweden: Podcasts, digital music continue to gain ground

In Sweden, audio media listening averages at approximately 100 minutes per day. This figure has remained stable in recent years, but listening has shifted, reports Mediavision. In 2022, podcasts and digital music accounted for about 40 per cent of total listening time. By Q2 2025, the share has grown to over 55 per cent – […]

September 11, 2025

SoundCloud partners with Norigin Media for CTV Expansion

Norigin Media, a Connected TV (CTV) solutions company, has partnered with SoundCloud, the creator-first platform helping artists build and grow their careers, to launch their new UI/UX on CTV. Through this collaboration, SoundCloud’s App will be made available to a broader audience of music fans and consumers. The SoundCloud music platform already has a strong […]

September 8, 2025

Gibson announces Rohosy as Chief Commercial Officer

Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, has announced the appointment of Anne Rohosy as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). In this expanded role, Rohosy will lead Gibson’s global commercial strategy, overseeing wholesale, direct-to-consumer, and retail channels as the company accelerates its growth and brand presence worldwide. “I am excited to step into the role of Chief […]

September 3, 2025

Universal Music India partners with Maddock Films

Universal Music India (UMI), a division of Universal Music Group (UMG), has entered into a strategic partnership with Maddock Films and its newly formed music label Mad For Mussic, led by founder Dinesh Vijan. The partnership will see UMI become Mad For Mussic’s global strategic partner for future film soundtracks and other businesses and product […]

August 29, 2025

Historic Vatican City concert to stream live on Disney+

A landmark musical event in the heart of Vatican City will stream live exclusively on Disney+ on September 13th. Co-directed by music icon Pharrell Williams and celebrated tenor Andrea Bocelli, the concert will be held in St Peter’s Square for the first time in history. Supported by the Vatican, the event marks the closing of […]

August 27, 2025By Nik Roseveare

Reading and Leeds Festival 2025 on BBC

BBC Music will return to Reading and Leeds Festival across the August Bank Holiday with dedicated coverage across TV and Radio including BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 1, BBC Introducing and BBC Sounds. From August 21st to August 25th, Radio 1 will play host to some of the biggest names in music from the […]

August 14, 2025

ROXi expands across US with Sinclair

ROXi, the interactive TV music channel, powered by FastStream Interactive, and Sinclair, a US provider of local news and sports, have announced a strategic partnership which brings ROXi’s music channel to 31 US TV markets, with additional US markets launching later this year.  Pearl TV will assist with the rollout of ROXi in non-Sinclair markets […]

July 31, 2025

Back To The Beginning: Ozzy’s Final Bow coming to cinemas

Following its history-making sold-out performance and global livestream, Back To The Beginning: Ozzy’s Final Bow will make its theatrical debut in early 2026. The feature-length concert film, currently in production from Mercury Studios, will be a celebration of one of rock’s most enduring legacies, the film will aim to capture the raw power and emotional […]

July 18, 2025

Bluey hits 1bn music streams

BBC Studios and Ludo Studio have announced thatBluey has officially surpassed 1 billion lifetime audio streams across all platforms. From toe-tapping tunes to heartwarming harmonies, Bluey’s full music catalogue has entertained fans around the world.Leading the way are the top 5 most streamed tracks: Bluey Theme Tune, Bluey the Album   Dance Mode, Dance Mode!  Bluey […]

July 16, 2025