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How to write a ‘sticky’ hit: Luck can put you in the charts, but making the big bucks is pure science
By Daniel Griffiths published
What’s the secret for lasting chart success? A new report breaks down what gives hit songs their staying power

Has GAK gone? One of the UK’s biggest music retailers has closed its physical store and taken down its websites
By Daniel Griffiths published
It seems that it might be the end for the famous Brighton-based UK brand

Sabrina Carpenter is set to be the next star to appear within global video game phenomenon Fortnite
By Daniel Griffiths published
Get set for a short 'n' sweet gig and your chance to buy lots of things that don’t exist

Bandcamp explains why it still serves as an integral platform for self-releasing musicians - and how to get the best from it
By Andy Price published
The artist-centered distribution platform stresses that its ethos remains unchanged following the recent takeover by music licensing body, Songtradr

Deezer’s financials put the streaming service into profit for the first time with big plans ahead
By Daniel Griffiths published
Following on from Spotify’s 2025 turnaround, it’s not the only streamer that's on the up

Napster is back - again - in a new deal worth $207 million
By Daniel Griffiths published
Thought you’d seen the back of the file sharing service that almost killed music? Think again

Crisis averted: AI-generated music has, just been deemed public domain and impossible to copyright
By Daniel Griffiths published
The ruling backs up a decision from earlier this year, and adearance to the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976. But AI platforms won’t be happy…

Ed Sheeran calls on the British government to invest in music education
By Andy Price published
The letter has been co-signed by Elton John, Robert Plant and Harry Styles amongst many other musical luminaries
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