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British government allocates a £1.5 billion package to fund the culture sector

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The British government has unveiled a £1.5 billion budget allocation to be invested in cultural organisations over a five-year period to be invested in capital projects across the arts, cultural and heritage sectors. "Cash will be invested in areas and organisations that need it most and that have been previously under-funded, following over a decade of underfunding in England’s much loved community assets," said the government. "The move will fix urgent capital needs and open up access to cult...

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Emmanuel is a Washington, DC-based freelance journalist, blogger and media consultant, specialising in the entertainment business and cultural trends. He was the US editor for British music industry trade publication Music Week. Previously, he was the editor of Impact, a magazine for the music publishing community (2007-2009), the global editor of US trade publication Billboard (2003-2006), and the editor in chief of Billboard’s sister publication Music & Media (1997-2003).

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Yung Gravy signs new global recordings agreement with BMG

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April 23, 2026

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US hip-hop artist and songwriter Yung Gravy has signed a new global recordings agreement with BMG, after close to a decade with Universal Music Group's Republic label. The first release under the new deal will be 'HBO' on April 24. Yung Gravy said, “It's a glorious honor to be a part of my new family at BMG. The next arc in the Gravy universe is on the way and I couldn’t ask for a better home. BMGravy baby, let's make history.” Since his breakout as an independent artist on Soundcloud, he has re...

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Warner Chappell Music launches in India with Jay Mehta at the helm

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April 22, 2026

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Warner Music Group's publishing division Warner Chappell Music (WCM) has launched direct operations in India and has appointed Jay Mehta, who has served as Managing Director of Warner Music India since its launch in 2020, to lead the new division. In this expanded role, Mehta will oversee both recorded music and publishing operations across India and neighbouring South Asian markets. Based in Mumbai, Mehta will report jointly to Guy Moot, Co-Chair and CEO of Warner Chappell Music, and Lo Ting-Fa...

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PopArabia acquires Cairo-based digital distribution company Viral Wave

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April 20, 2026

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​Abu Dhabi-based independent music company PopArabia has acquired MENA label and digital distribution company Viral Wave. Terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. Viral Wave’s operational subsidiary in Cairo, Egypt will join PopArabia’s existing team members to create a staff of over 30 in Egypt, Morocco, and the UAE. The Cairo-based team will report to newly appointed PopArabia General Manager for Egypt Rania Ibrahim, who takes on this new role after more than eight years with Viral Wa...

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