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Universal Music Group Among Major Labels Suing AI Music Startups For Violating Copyright Laws

In a new lawsuit against Suno and Udio AI, three major record labels, including Universal Music Group, allege copyright infringement.

Jun 25, 2024

A New Agreement Between Universal Music Group And TikTok Will Return Music Catalog To The Social Media Platform

TikTok and UMG reach new agreement that will return the distributor's music catalog back to the social media platform.

May 2, 2024

Birdman Says He Still Maintains Full Ownership Of His Masters — 'I Never Allowed None Of The Labels To Own Anything'

Cash Money Records Founder Birdman, born Bryan Christopher Williams, reveals he still maintains 100% of his masters.

Apr 19, 2024

Universal Music Group Reportedly May Be Pulling Its Music From TikTok, Citing AI-Generated Music Is Hindering 'The Royalty Pool For Human Artists'

Universal Music Group may be removing their music from TikTok due to concerns around AI-Generated Music and compensation.

Jan 31, 2024

Universal Music Group Partners With HBCU Medical Schools To Invest In The Futures Of Current Students

Universal Music Group has officially partnered with HBCU medical institutions to provide current students with financial support.

Sep 14, 2023

Universal Music Group Reportedly Requests Streaming Services To Block Access From AI Companies

According to a report, Universal Music Group has requested for major streaming services to block AI's access to copyrighted content.

Apr 14, 2023

Dr. Dre To Sell Catalog Assets In A Deal Worth More Than $200M, Report Says

Dr. Dre is a musical icon, and is now in talks of making a major deal to sell portions of his assets worth up to $250M.

Jan 12, 2023

Black Sheep Sues Universal Music Group Over Claims Of ‘Unlawfully Retained’ $750M In Royalties

Recently, 90s Hip-Hop duo Black Sheep have sued Universal Music Group for allegedly owing $750 million to thousands of artists.

Jan 5, 2023

Universal Music Group Sued By Chi Modu's Estate For Posting A Photo Of Tupac

Legendary Hip-Hop photographer Chi Modu's estate has filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group for copyright infringement.

Jun 28, 2022

It Wasn't Until 'Watch The Throne' That Hit-Boy Realized His Deal Was Predatory — 'It Took Years For Me To Even Know'

Despite the fact that he's a Grammy award-winning producer sitting on a plethora of hits, Hit-Boy was in a bad contract for nearly 15 years.

May 11, 2022

Universal Music Group Sued For Alleged Underpaid Streaming Royalties Over Sample On Kanye West's 'Power'

A lawsuit has been filed against Universal Music Group (UMG) over the King Crimson sample in Kanye West's track "Power".

Apr 28, 2022

AI Startup Backed By Quincy Jones Gets Acquired 'To Continue Changing The Way We Consume Music'

Utopia Music acquires artificial technology startup backed by Quincy Jones to change "the way we consume music."

Oct 11, 2021

Universal and Music Streaming Service Boomplay Strike Deal to Expand Licensing to 47 Countries Across Africa

Universal Music Group struck a deal with African music streaming service Boomplay to extend licensing of UMG’s global music catalog to 47 African countries.

Mar 17, 2021

Universal Music Group Announces Strategic Leadership Plans to Bolster Presence in Africa

Universal Music Group has announced new leadership additions to its African subdivision to continue expanding its growth and presence in the continent.

Jan 4, 2021

Universal Music Group Launches Def Jam Africa to Support African Hip-Hop Talent

Universal Music Group is taking a huge international step forward with their newly launched music label, Def Jam Africa, to support African Hip-Hop acts.

May 27, 2020