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Publishing Deal Modernization or Termination

Publishing Deal Modernization or Termination

Publishing Deal Modernization or Termination

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Support The 100 Percenters This Giving Tuesday

Every donation fuels our programs, our platform, and our advocacy for the people behind the music.

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Should AI Music Be on the Billboard Charts? The comments say “No.”

From Xania Monet to Breaking Rust’s viral song “Walk My Walk,” synthetic songs built on music allegedly taken from human artists are now competing directly with human artists.

Creator of AI Artist Xania Monet SPEAKS OUT: “I Put In The Work”

On this episode of T.O.P News, we dive into Telisha “Nikki” Jones’ CBS Mornings interview, Suno’s copyright infringement allegations, and how AI-generated music is impacting music creators.

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YouTube Paid the Music Industry $8 Billion. How Much Did Songwriters See?

Lyor Cohen called it a milestone for artists, songwriters, and publishers. But the real question is how much of YouTube’s eight billion dollar payout actually reached the people who write the songs.

Billions of Fake Drake Streams? Spotify Hit With Explosive Lawsuit

Court filing claims Spotify ignored streaming fraud that inflated its numbers while robbing real creators.

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Spotify Is running Ads for ICE: Listeners & Artists Boycott!

On this episode of T.O.P News, we break down Spotify’s ICE recruitment ads and Daniel Ek’s ties to AI weapon tech, and why it’s igniting backlash from artists and listeners.

How Much Does YouTube Pay Songwriter?

This episode of T.O.P News breaks down YouTube’s $8 billion payout, how much of it actually reaches songwriters, and why record labels should face antitrust scrutiny.

Anyone Can Upload Music Under Your Name On Streaming Platforms

From Chaka Khan to Anderson .Paak, artists are calling on streaming platforms to end the loophole that allows fraudulent uploads under their names.

Ireland Paying a Basic Income a Week to Creatives. Will America Catch Up?

Ireland extended its Basic Income for the Arts program through 2026, guaranteeing weekly pay for 2,000 artists.

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Drake Loses UMG Lawsuit Over Kendrick’s “Not Like Us”

Court reaffirms that hip-hop’s storytelling and bravado remain protected forms of expression.

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RAYE Tells Songwriters: Stop Fighting Each Other and Being Manipulated

At The Ivors Honours in London, RAYE urged songwriters to unite on splits and fight together for fair pay.

India Shawn Returns with “Kill Switch” and a Dream Team of Collaborators

India Shawn returns with “Kill Switch,” a hypnotic single that centers emotional clarity and self protection. Co-written by Shawn alongside Varren Wade, Livvy Bennett, Michael B. Hunter, and longtime collaborator D’Mile.

Hallwood Media Bets $3M on AI Artist Xania Monet: Kehlani Sounds the Alarm

Kehlani calls it the antithesis of art. Fans call it relatable. Xania Monet is forcing the music industry to choose between algorithms and authenticity.

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Bad Bunny to Headline Super Bowl 2026: Why the Announcement Has America Divided

Supporters say Bad Bunny’s presence reflects U.S. diversity and Puerto Rico’s place in the nation.

Diddy Sentenced to Just Over 4 Years, With Time Served

Sean “Diddy” Combs was sentenced to 50 months in prison, fined $500,000, and given five years’ supervised release after Judge Arun Subramanian cited coercion, threats, and violence in the case.

Bad Bunny Refuses to Tour the U.S.: “F*cking ICE Could Be Outside [My Concert]”

The global superstar is skipping the most lucrative music market in the world, leaving hundreds of millions behind to protect the fans most at risk.

The Biggest IP Heist in U.S. History: Senator Josh Hawley Slams Meta, Anthropic, and OpenAI for Pirating Creators’ Work

“It’s the piracy, and us knowing, and being accomplices, that’s the issue.” - Meta Staff

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Redacted Text About Kanye West at the Center of New Filing in Upcoming Sexual Assault Trial Against L.A. Reid

Drew Dixon alleges Reid retaliated against her after she rejected his advances by blocking her efforts to sign Kanye West and John Legend.

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Spotify’s New Terms Give Them a License to Use Your Playlists, Photos, and Messages, But For What?

Your playlists aren’t just music anymore; they’re data, marketing material, and product fuel.

Lucian Grainge Took Home $39.6M Last Year. Why Do Songwriters Still Get Nothing from UMG’s Recorded Music?

UMG pulled in $9.6 billion from recordings last year, 75% of its revenue, yet songwriters are still denied a share.

UK Songwriters Just Changed the Game. Here’s How.

Songwriters in the UK just secured a historic win! Guaranteed pay for major label sessions and camps. One of the champions behind this massive win is Helienne Lindvall. She is one of the most respected advocates for songwriters today.

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Universal, Sony, and Warner Just Agreed to Pay UK Songwriters. Will U.S. Majors Step Up?

For the first time in history, UK songwriters will receive a non-recoupable £75($101) per diem for participating in sessions and writing camps.

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