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Universal Claims Drake Used Label Against Kendrick Lamar, Now Seeks New Defamation Standard

Universal Music Group has filed a blistering response to Drake's defamation appeal over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us.' Discover why UMG calls the move a threat to hip-hop.

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Lorde reveals first record deal has finally ended after 17 years

Lorde has been under contract with Universal Music Group since she was 12 years old, but her contract has finally expired.

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Olivia Dean and Lola Young celebrate Brits triumph at star-studded Universal bash

Dean swept the awards with four major wins while Young was crowned Breakthrough Act at Saturday’s ceremony

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Taylor Swift enlists Graham Norton guests (and Norton) for Opalite music video

The pop star says she had the idea when Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson joked about wanting to star in one of her music videos

The Independent UK

2026 Grammys Afterparties: Heated Rivalry Stars Fuel Dating Tea & Charli xcx Lets Loose

Step inside the 2026 Grammys afterparties, where the celebs mixed, mingled and danced the night away and the pics are to DIE for.

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Dean Lewis Drops New Track After Parting Ways With Universal Music Amid Allegations

Dean Lewis has returned to music weeks after he was dropped by Universal Music Group amidst allegations of inappropriate behaviour.

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Dean Lewis Admitted To Rehab, Breaks Silence On Being Dropped By Label Amid Allegations

Dean Lewis has spoken publicly for the first time since parting ways with Universal Music amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour.

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Judge dismisses Salt-N-Pepa's lawsuit to reclaim master recordings from Universal Music Group

A federal judge has dismissed Salt-N-Pepa's lawsuit to reclaim ownership of their master recordings from Universal Music Group

The Independent UK

Nvidia and Universal Music Group join forces to develop 'responsible AI' for music

Described as an "antidote to AI slop," the strategic partnership will expand Nvidia's AI music models and develop new AI-powered music creation tools with direct input from artists.

Euronews

Dean Lewis Parts Ways With Universal Music After A Decade Amid Misconduct Allegations

"We can confirm that Dean Lewis is no longer signed to Universal Music Australia or any Universal Music Group label."

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Salt-N-Pepa Slams Universal Music at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction--'Fans Can't Even Stream Our Music'

Salt-N-Pepa brought up their legal battle against Universal Music Group during their speech at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

International Business Times UK

Universal Music went from suing an AI company to partnering with it. What will it mean for artists?

Last week, artificial intelligence (AI) music company Udio announced an out-of-court settlement with Universal Music Group (UMG) over a lawsuit that accused Udio (as well as another AI music company called Suno) of copyright infringement.

The Conversation

AI music platform Udio and Universal Music strike a deal—is this AI music's Spotify moment?

UMG allies with AI music startup Udio for an AI-powered music streaming service.

TechRadar

Universal Music Group and AI music firm Udio settle lawsuit and announce new music platform

A legal wrangle over alleged copyright infringement between Universal Music and AI firm Udio has ended with a settlement and a new partnership for a platform to make AI music more accessible to everyday users.

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The Independent UK

Universal Music and AI song tool Udio settle lawsuit and partner on new platform, sparking backlash

Universal Music Group and AI platform Udio have settled a copyright lawsuit and will collaborate on a new music creation and streaming platform

International Business Times

Universal Music Strikes Deal with AI Company Udio After Copyright Clash

Universal Music settles copyright dispute with AI startup Udio, launching a new AI-powered music platform for licensed content.

Tom’s Guide

Spotify's new AI plan aims to tackle the music industry's slop problem — here's how

Spotify’s new “artist-first” AI initiative with Sony, Universal, and Warner aims to develop responsible tools that respect copyright and empower musicians.

International Business Times UK

Drake vs Kendrick Lamar: Did a Judge Just End the Most Explosive Rap Lawsuit of the Year?

A federal judge dismissed Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us', ruling the song non-defamatory.

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The Guardian - US

Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group dismissed

Rapper had claimed UMG helped to damage his reputation by distributing Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us

The Independent UK

Judge tosses Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music over rap beef with Kendrick Lamar

A federal judge has tossed out a defamation lawsuit Drake brought against Universal Music Group, labeling the alleged libelous words as opinion

Euronews

Spotify founder Daniel Ek steps down as CEO, sending shares lower

Spotify said in a press release that the move “formalises" how Spotify has been operating since 2023, with the new co-CEOs largely leading strategic development and operational execution.

Louder

Massive Attack to remove their music from Spotify in protest against CEO’s AI military investments

The trip-hop pioneers are also joining the No Music For Genocide campaign, blocking their songs from all streaming services in Israel

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3 Stocks to Buy Now for a New Era of Taylor Swift

Here are three music stocks well-positioned to benefit from what could be called a “new era of Taylor Swift.”

International Business Times UK

Drake's Lawyers Claim Universal CEO Lucian Grainge was 'Personally Involved' in Kendrick Lamar Diss

Drake's lawyers have intensified their lawsuit against Universal Music Group, alleging CEO Lucian Grainge was directly involved in the release and promotion of Kendrick Lamar's hit diss track 'Not Like Us.'

The Guardian - UK

Drake lawyers allege Universal head Lucian Grainge ‘personally involved’ in Kendrick Lamar diss track

Lawyers for Universal Music Group deny that British chief exec had any ‘meaningful involvement’ in the promotion of allegedly defamatory track Not Like Us

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