Universal Music Group has addressed concerns regarding the proposed $775 million acquisition of independent music company Downtown Music by offering an unspecified remedy to the European Commission.
UMG said the remedy proposal followed "constructive conversations" with the Commission. "We have submitted a robust remedy that comprehensively addresses the Commission's only remaining concern," said UMG in a statement. "This deal is about offering independent music entrepreneurs access to world-cl...

ICMP, the global trade body representing the global music publishing industry, has welcomed Believe Music Publishing, an affiliate of Paris-based music company Believe, to its global membership.
Believe has joined ICMP’s Professional Membership category of shortlisted companies around the world. The membership gives Believe access to and engagement with ICMP’s advocacy, data, legal and anti-piracy work. ICMP and Believe said they will be working "to optimise the business and legal environment f...

Sony Music Publishing has signed a worldwide publishing agreement with award-winning, multi-platinum selling breakout star BigXthaPlug, a.k.a. Xavier Landum.
Originating from Texas, BigXthaPlug covers multiple genres, from rap and hip-hop to country. His catalogue includes albums like 'Amar' (2023) and 'Take Care' (2024), and songs like 'Texas', 'Mmhmm', 'Levels' and 'The Largest'. His latest album 'I Hope You're Happy' (UnitedMasters), features collaborations with country artists like Luke Com...