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Reservoir Media Stock Jumps 20% After $1.2B Takeover Proposal
Irenic Capital Management's $1.2 billion unsolicited bid for music publisher Reservoir Media sends shares up 20%, as investor appetite for music catalogs continues climbing.
Stones' 'Gimme Shelter' in Melania Doc: Blessing or Rights Deal?
A dispute erupted over whether The Rolling Stones approved the use of "Gimme Shelter" in the Melania documentary, with the producer claiming direct band blessing while sources say only rights holders ABKCO signed off.
Spotify Rallies 7% on Arete Upgrade While Reservoir Soars on Takeover Bid
Spotify stock climbed 7% following a buy-rating upgrade from Arete Research, though its $586 price target remains below prior forecasts. Meanwhile, Reservoir Media surged nearly 18% after Irenic Capital Management disclosed an unsolicited takeover attempt.
GoldState Music Taps Bridgepoint for Music Tech Investment Fund
GoldState Music secured a major investment partnership with Bridgepoint to build a fund targeting music tech, distribution, and infrastructure companies across the global music sector.
Rhett Akins Rocks CMHOF Troubadour Bash, Carter Faith Hits Fallon
Rhett Akins performed at the Country Music Hall of Fame's Troubadour kickoff party, while Carter Faith made her Jimmy Fallon debut and Belles partnered with Dolly Parton on new music.
Chad Smith Goes Undercover as Drumro Substitute for Unsuspecting Students
Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith surprised drum students by serving as a substitute teacher through Drumro, with one young student unaware he was learning from the band's actual drummer.
Warner Records Nashville Taps McBryde, Barrett for March CRS Event
Warner Records Nashville confirms lineup for its March 18 CRS luncheon, featuring performances from country artists Ashley McBryde, Gabby Barrett, and Blake Whitten among others.
Nashville Songwriting Festival Tin Pan South Returns for 34th Year
Tin Pan South confirms its 34th annual songwriting festival for March 24-28, 2026, announcing lineups across Nashville venues featuring dozens of emerging and established songwriters.
Shinedown, Hannah Dasher Joining Napa Valley's Inaugural Backstage Access Festival
Backstage Access Presents expanded its inaugural Napa Valley festival lineup with Shinedown, Hannah Dasher, and nine other artists confirmed for the April 14–16 event.
TikTok Recruits for Live Music Role as Platform Expands Creator Tools
TikTok opens a Live Music Campaign Manager position as part of its strategy to deepen ties with music creators and expand the platform's role in music discovery and live streaming.
Alicia Pruitt Joins Tape Room Music Leadership as Creative Chief
Veteran A&R executive Alicia Pruitt joins Tape Room Music as Chief Creative Officer and President of A&R, reporting to founder Ashley Gorley and alongside COO Blain Rhodes.
Bailey Zimmerman Joins American Eagle for Stagecoach Festival Collab
Bailey Zimmerman partners with American Eagle as the official denim sponsor of Stagecoach Festival, with a limited-edition collection dropping March 25.
From Twitter Super-Fan to Spotify Strategy: Jackie Augustus on Her Nashville Journey
Spotify's Jackie Augustus rose from teenage Justin Bieber superfan to Head of Digital Marketing at SB Projects, then built a career across Instagram and Meta before landing her current role overseeing country and folk partnerships at the streaming giant.
Dolly Parton Lends Her Name to Major Tennessee Children's Medical Center
East Tennessee Children's Hospital officially becomes Dolly Parton Children's Hospital, marking a significant partnership between the country music icon and the nearly 90-year-old medical institution.
Pale Waves Guitarist Hugo Silvani Exits Band After Nearly Decade-Long Run
Pale Waves guitarist Hugo Silvani leaves the band after nine years to focus on other ventures, with the three remaining members thanking him for his contributions.
Axl Rose, Grace Jones Block Music from Melania Film Over Political Concerns
Producer Marc Beckman revealed that Guns N' Roses, Grace Jones, and Prince's estate all refused to license music for the Melania documentary, citing political objections despite Beckman's insistence the film isn't politically motivated.
Jack Whitehall Returns for Sixth BRIT Awards Host Gig in Manchester
Jack Whitehall takes the hosting reins for a record sixth time at the 2026 BRIT Awards in Manchester, teasing "hand grenades" in his material and reuniting with performer Harry Styles.
Jutes Opens Up About Dilworth Album and Juno Nod on Lipps Service
Jutes discusses his Dilworth album and Juno Award nomination during an appearance on the Lipps Service podcast, where he opens up about sobriety, mental health, and upcoming nuptials.
Spearside's Oisín Walsh Nearly Chose the Priesthood
Spearside guitarist Oisín Walsh once pursued a path toward priesthood before realizing his true calling lay in rock music. The Irish duo releases their breakthrough EP <em>Hatchet Man</em> in 2025.
17 Artists Selected for Rock Hall's 2026 Class, Including Collins, Wu-Tang, Oasis
The 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominee class of 17 artists has been announced, featuring Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, Wu-Tang Clan, Oasis, and others, with winners to be revealed this April.