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National Recording Registry adds Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Ray Charles and more

May 21, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By David Morgan, CBS Sunday Morning | The Taylor Swift album “1989,” and Beyonce’s... Read More → National Recording Registry adds Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Ray Charles and more

Fender escalates legal campaign against S-style guitars, issues first cease and desist to US builder

May 21, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Matt Owen, Guitar World | “This case could set a precedent, impacting countless other builders and... Read More → Fender escalates legal campaign against S-style guitars, issues first cease and desist to US builder

Shakira acquitted of tax fraud . . . // Paris Jackson Wins Estate Ruling

May 21, 2026| Music-Related Business|

Shakira Acquitted of Tax Fraud, court orders Spain to hand back $70 million | Reuters | Spain’s High... Read More → Shakira acquitted of tax fraud . . . // Paris Jackson Wins Estate Ruling

How a Disgruntled Man and His 2001 Volvo Got the Kars4Kids Jingle Banned

May 21, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Andrew P. Collins, The Drive | If you’ve ever heard the “1-8-7-7-KARS-4-KIDS” jingle, you’ve... Read More → How a Disgruntled Man and His 2001 Volvo Got the Kars4Kids Jingle Banned

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Spotify’s new Wrapped-style feature is going viral. Here’s how to see your all-time top artists and songs.

May 14, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Tom Parfitt, SEO Editor, Yahoo UK, Yahoo Entertainment | Spotify is celebrating a big milestone — and... Read More → Spotify’s new Wrapped-style feature is going viral. Here’s how to see your all-time top artists and songs.

Noise exemptions for concert venues remain in doubt after Colorado House kills bill to restore local control

May 14, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Brian Eason, Colorado Sun | From a broadcast article by Dan Boyce and Bente Birkeland, Colorado Public... Read More → Noise exemptions for concert venues remain in doubt after Colorado House kills bill to restore local control

‘I’ve just ruined their lives’: Nashville bar owner’s property tax bill soars from $129K to $589K

May 14, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Tara Losinski, Money Wise | With no income tax, Tennessee can seem like an attractive option for American... Read More → ‘I’ve just ruined their lives’: Nashville bar owner’s property tax bill soars from $129K to $589K

Colorado Sound Studios Closing Its Doors After 50 Years: Farewell This Saturday, May 9th

May 7, 2026| Music-Related Business|

BUSINESS NEWS: Colorado Sound Studios Closing Its Doors After 50 Years: Farewell This Saturday, May 9th... Read More → Colorado Sound Studios Closing Its Doors After 50 Years: Farewell This Saturday, May 9th

Denver Advocate and Musician Sees Her Image on a City Bus Without Her Permission

May 7, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Amanda Gilbert, KUSA-TV, Denver | A Denver woman says she was shocked and frustrated to discover her... Read More → Denver Advocate and Musician Sees Her Image on a City Bus Without Her Permission

Mexico nightclub’s $300 cover charge for US citizens captures popular mood

May 7, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Oscar Lopez, The Guardian | Owner of Japan nightclub says ‘This is a response to a year of insults... Read More → Mexico nightclub’s $300 cover charge for US citizens captures popular mood

Hendrix Bandmates’ Heirs Lose Final Bid for Royalties in UK Court

April 30, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Tammy Moir, Happy Mag | If you ever needed a reminder to read the fine print, this is it. The families of... Read More → Hendrix Bandmates’ Heirs Lose Final Bid for Royalties in UK Court

What’s Working: A Colorado bill could help creatives retain more control of their work

April 30, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Parker Yamasaki, Colorado Sun | Denver-based artist Sarah Darlene has a lot on her plate. She’s a... Read More → What’s Working: A Colorado bill could help creatives retain more control of their work

Very short concerts aren’t a scam. They’re brilliant.

April 30, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Geoff Edgers, The Washington Post | On a Saturday night in Boston, British pop singer Lily Allen took the... Read More → Very short concerts aren’t a scam. They’re brilliant.

Denver Sues Owner of Your Mom’s House, State of Colorado

April 30, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Emily Ferguson, Westword | The city is seeking clarification on what to do with surplus funds from a... Read More → Denver Sues Owner of Your Mom’s House, State of Colorado

New Denver Venue Licensing Draft Gets Pushback From Club Owner

April 30, 2026| Music-Related Business|

By Michael Roberts, Westword | Regas Christou is frustrated. Christou has owned and operated more successful... Read More → New Denver Venue Licensing Draft Gets Pushback From Club Owner

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