Category Archives: Entertainment News
Investor Group Acquires Kobalt With Focus on Artist Advance Platform
A group of investors has agreed to acquire Kobalt, according to details shared as part of the announcement. The deal keeps founder Willard Ahdritz involved and centers on expanding Kobalt's artist adv...
Jan 22, 2026
Udio and Merlin Formalize AI Music Licensing Partnership
Udio has reached a licensing agreement with Merlin, the global organization that represents thousands of independent record labels, creating one of the first structured deals between an AI music compa...
Jan 22, 2026
New UK Label Tenace Records Formed by Believe UK and Tileyard
Believe UK and Tileyard Music have launched a new joint venture label called Tenace Records, expanding their presence in the UK music market. The move was announced this week, marking a new collaborat...
Jan 22, 2026
Ruel Takes Top Prize at 2025 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition
Australian pop artist Ruel has won first place at the 2025 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition, earning the A$50,000 top prize for his song The Suburbs. The result was confirmed through a...
Jan 22, 2026
Rob Hirst, Longtime Drummer of Midnight Oil, Dies at Age 70
According to information shared by the band, Rob Hirst, the founding drummer of Midnight Oil, has died at age 70 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Hirst was a core member of Midnight Oil from...
Jan 22, 2026
Lizzo Addresses Personal Challenges During Netflix Is a Joke Fest Appearance
Lizzo took the stage at Netflix Is a Joke Fest with a message shaped by the past year, addressing the audience directly during her performance. According to remarks she shared onstage, the singer spok...
Jan 22, 2026
APRA Names Finalists for 2026 Professional Development Awards
Australia's next wave of songwriting and composing talent is getting national attention as the 2026 APRA Professional Development Awards move into their final stage. In an update released by APRA AMCO...
Jan 22, 2026
Mötley Crüe Signals Possible Touring Break After 2026 Run
Mtley Cre appears to be considering a pause once its current touring cycle wraps up. In a recent social media exchange, bassist Nikki Sixx said the band's existing contract concludes after the 2026 U....
Jan 21, 2026
Green Day to Open Super Bowl 2026 With Live Pre-Game Performance
Green Day will take the stage for the opening ceremony of Super Bowl LX, marking one of the most visible moments in the band's storied career. According to the NFL's official announcement, the perform...
Jan 21, 2026
Jacob Alon Selected for 2026 BRITs Critics’ Choice Award
Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon has been named the winner of the 2026 Critics' Choice Award at the BRIT Awards. The announcement was made Monday during a broadcast on BBC Radio 1, marking Alon a...
Jan 21, 2026
