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Taylor Swift gets custom collab with TikTok as UMG battle continues

TikTok launched a hub for Taylor Swift's new album with in-app rewards and challenges after resolving issues with UMG.

Swift's return to TikTok may be due to a separate deal with TikTok as she owns her master recordings, ensuring sharing her music with followers. [ more ]

Engadget

TikTok is muting more songs amid its tussle with Universal Music

UMG removed recordings from TikTok, affecting artists like Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish.

Artists under Universal Music Publishing Group contract may have songs removed from TikTok. [ more ]

The Verge

Taylor Swift's music is back on TikTok

Taylor Swift's music returned to TikTok post-UMG licensing dispute.

TikTok plays a crucial role in music discovery and promotion but raises concerns about artist royalties. [ more ]

Consequence

3 months ago

Reacting to Taylor Swift at the Grammys and The Tortured Poets Department: Good for a Weekend Podcast

Taylor Swift announces her new album The Tortured Poets Department

Hosts discuss Swift's Grammy appearance and her wins [ more ]

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Pitchfork

2 days ago

UMG Settles Lawsuit Over Kanye West's "Power"

UMG settled lawsuit with DCM over King Crimson sample in Kanye West's 'Power.' [ more ]

Vulture

Universal Music's Fight With TikTok Is Screwing Indie Artists

Independent musicians faced challenges when UMG's songs disappeared from TikTok

Signing with distribution companies may involve unexpected connections to major label conglomerates [ more ]

The Verge

TikTok is removing even more songs as music rights battle drags on

TikTok is removing songs by UMG artists

The removal impacts artists with UMG publishing deals [ more ]

Lindsey Gamble

YouTube Introduces Remix Feature for Music Videos on Shorts: Filling the Void Left by TikTok - Lindsey Gamble

YouTube introduces new remix feature for Shorts

UMG-TikTok dispute creates opportunity for YouTube [ more ]

The Verge

3 months ago

TikTok loses Taylor Swift, Drake, and other major Universal Music artists

UMG is removing the music catalogs of performers it represents from TikTok after failing to renew licensing agreements.

UMG is concerned about compensation for artists, protections against AI-generated music, and online safety on TikTok. [ more ]

Pitchfork

2 weeks ago

Universal Music Group Reaches Deal to Return Music to TikTok

UMG and TikTok reach a licensing agreement after a dispute, securing improved remuneration and protections against generative AI. [ more ]

The Drum

2 weeks ago

The Drum's Daily Briefing: Universal Music & TikTok strike chord & Snapchat's AI makeover

UMG renews deal with TikTok, benefiting artists with improved pay and access to billion-plus users. Snapchat introduces edit message feature, emoji reactions, and AI-powered reminders. [ more ]

TechCrunch

1 month ago

After spat with TikTok, UMG expands Spotify partnership to include music videos and more | TechCrunch

UMG expands strategic relationship with Spotify to include music videos in the U.S.

New features will focus on music discovery, social interaction, and enhanced fan experiences. [ more ]

Slate Magazine

Why TikTok Went Silent

UMG pulled catalog from TikTok over music licensing disputes

Artists impacted by TikTok-UMG music licensing disagreement [ more ]

The Atlantic

TikTok Is Basically Just Broadcast TV Now

TikTok remains popular despite losing UMG songs

TikTok's content diversity beyond music [ more ]

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