What’s happening in the music world.
Epic Games has turned up the volume—Gorillaz are confirmed as the headliners for Fortnite Festival Season 10, bringing their animated personas and genre-bending sound to the ultimate virtual stage. The festival launches August 26, 2025, and will run through October 14, transforming the game into an immersive concert experience across all regions. What’s in … Read more
Musicians are redefining the artist–fan relationship by using NFTs (non-fungible tokens) to unlock new levels of fan interaction. Beyond simple collectibles, artists now offer exclusive releases, backstage access, and lifelong benefits—creating immersive experiences that strengthen loyalty and revenue streams. NFT Strategies Reshaping Music Fandom 1. Exclusive Content & VIP Access Kings of Leon … Read more
Genres Vanish & Microgenres Explode Gone are the days of strict genre boundaries. Thanks to TikTok and streaming culture, genre-blending is everywhere—hyperpop, drill-future rave hybrids, Afrobeat-ambient mashups, and more. Creators now seek microgenres that speak to unique vibes, not old-school labels. Making Music Anywhere: Mobile Studios Your next beat might come from your smartphone. … Read more
New Horizons in Co-Composed Music AI in music isn’t about replacement—it’s about collaboration. Musicians today are embracing AI as a creative partner, not a substitute: Composers team up with AI to generate melodies, chord progressions, and sonic textures that spark new directions, while they add emotional nuance and vision. This collaborative process often involves iterative … Read more
Why Music Rights Are Becoming Institutional Gold Since 2020, music catalogs have turned into serious investment vehicles. Between 2020 and 2024, over $8 billion in music royalty securitization deals were executed, including: Concord’s $1.8 billion A+-rated bond backed by more than 1 million songs, offering long-term stability. Hipgnosis’ $1.47 billion catalog securitization from Blackstone-backed assets. … Read more
The Booming Royalty-Free Music Market The global royalty-free music industry is experiencing impressive growth. In 2024, the market was valued at approximately $1.43 billion, and it’s projected to reach $1.52 billion in 2025, growing to $2.03 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of almost 6%. When looking at the broader stock music space, it’s even … Read more
Cassettes Make a Comeback—Thanks to Taylor Swift Taylor Swift reignited a surprising trend: cassette tapes. As part of her promotional rollout for The Life of a Showgirl, she introduced cassette-format pre-orders—an unexpected move in a streaming-dominated era that instantly grabbed attention and began making retro cool again. With prices ranging from $13 to $20, the … Read more
South Korea Leverages Culture as Economic Catalyst Facing rising trade barriers and slowing growth, South Korea is turning its cultural exports—known as Hallyu or the Korean Wave—into a new economic engine. The government is doubling down on cultural investments, targeting music, dramas, beauty, food, and webtoons as key drivers for future growth. Hope Beyond … Read more
What’s Making Waves: See You Tonight by Omega 256 ft. Cindy Sanyu Ugandan music sensation Omega 256 and beloved star Cindy Sanyu team up for the electrifying new single “See You Tonight”, released on August 16, 2025. This track blends upbeat rhythms with catchy lyrics, making it a perfect soundtrack for celebrations and dance floors … Read more
A Powerful New Chapter: While I Got Time Australian music icon Jessica Mauboy has recently released her emotional new single “While I Got Time”, marking her first release under her own independent label, Jamally. The song accompanies the heartfelt exit of Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger) on Home & Away, lending it powerful cultural resonance. Mauboy … Read more