UK-based Voly launches new financial management software and payment platform for the music industry

Voly – which has already seen success in the super-yachting sector with its FX services and accounting solutions – says that it has been working with a number of music industry companies and executives in recent months to develop its platform. Source: UK-based Voly launches new financial management software and payment platform for the music industry

Court Rejects Trump’s Motion to Dismiss ‘Electric Avenue’ Lawsuit on Fair Use Grounds

In 2020, British singer-songwriter Eddy Grant filed a lawsuit against then-President Donald Trump over the unlicensed use of his 1982 song ‘Electric Avenue’. Trump’s lawyers attempted to have the copyright claim thrown out, claiming that any use of the song was protected under the doctrine of fair use. Source: Court Rejects Trump’s Motion to Dismiss Read More …

Fortnite’s upcoming global music series will have an interactive experience for each artist

Epic is well known for bringing musical performances to Fortnite, including spectacular shows for huge artists like Travis Scott and Ariana Grande and concerts hosted on the non-violent party royale island. But Epic is increasingly working with its community to create signature experiences for the game in Fortnite’s Creative mode, such as with this summer’s Easy Life virtual concert and the Balenciaga-themed “Strange Times” hub. Source: Read More …