Universal Music Group Dumps Half Its Spotify Stake For $1.4 Billion
UMG’s selling half its Spotify stake for $1.4 billion, moving fast before Bill Ackman’s $64 billion acquisition bid gets resolved.
Man Pleads Guilty To Ripping Off $8 Million In AI Music Streaming Fraud
Michael Smith pleads guilty to stealing $8 million from artists using AI-generated songs and bot accounts to manipulate streaming platforms.
Spotify Keeps Jacking Up Premium While Artists Still Get Pennies
Spotify raised Premium prices to $12.99, triggering backlash as lawsuits, leadership turmoil and fraud claims fueled anger among subscribers.
Spotify Acquires WhoSampled Database To Launch SongDNA Feature
WhoSampled was acquired by Spotify, unlocking deeper music discovery tools while keeping the platform’s identity.
EXCLUSIVE: Spotify Denies Payola Allegations In New Class Action
Spotify rejected accusations of deceptive playlist practices in a new lawsuit, insisting its Discovery Mode tool is transparent and widely used by independent musicians.
EXCLUSIVE: Spotify Accused Of “Modern Payola” In Second Explosive Class Action This Week
Spotify has been hit with a second class-action lawsuit, accusing the streaming giant of committing “modern payola.”
Spotify Responds To RBX Lawsuit Claiming Platform Enabled Artificial Drake Streams
Spotify issued a statement in response to a recent lawsuit from veteran rapper RBX, alleging potential irregularities in streaming activity.
“The Chronic” Collaborator RBX Sues Spotify—Says Drake Bot Fraud Cost Legit Performers Millions
RBX sued Spotify, alleging the company ignored billions of bot-generated streams that boosted stars like Drake while cutting earnings for real artists.
Cardi B’s “Imaginary Playerz” Makes Underwhelming Spotify Debut—Despite JAY-Z Sample
The rapper’s new single “Imaginary Playerz” debuted at No. 147 on the Spotify U.S. chart.
5 Ways To Access Spotify Anywhere
Can’t access Spotify? These five effective methods allow you to bypass restrictions and enjoy your music from anywhere.
Drake Claims UMG Responsible For Shootings & Break-Ins In New Lawsuit
Drake is suing Universal Music Group (UMG), accusing the label of pushing a false narrative that nearly destroyed his life.
Drake Shares Cryptic Posts Amid Fan Backlash After Pulling UMG & Spotify Petition
Drake faces widespread criticism after quietly withdrawing his petition against UMG and Spotify, sparking debate about his motivations.
Spotify Fires Back At Drake’s “Legally Deficient” Complaint Over Kendrick Lamar Diss
According to court docs filed in New York Supreme Court on Friday (December 20), the streaming giant refuted Drake’s allegations that it used bots to log 30,000 streams of the chart-topping single.
Social Media In Shambles Amid Drake’s Legal Complaint Over Kendrick Lamar Diss
Drake is catching heat online after filing a bombshell legal complaint over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.”
Major Legal Battle Between Eminem’s Publisher & Spotify Reaches Verdict
Spotify has won its legal battle with Eminem’s publisher after being accused of streaming the rapper’s music without permission.
Summer Walker Slams Spotify For Omitting Lil Kim, Missy & More From “Gold Standard” Rap Exhibit
Summer Walker blasted a Spotify exhibit of women “setting the bar” in Hip-Hop that omitted Nicki Minaj, calling it “mad disrespectful.”
7 Methods To Build Your Spotify Playlist Submission Chances
You need to have an effective promotion strategy on Spotify that will help you get more streams, build your fanbase, and increase your exposure.
The Weeknd Is Apparently Worth Double What Eminem Is In 2023 Thanks To Spotify
Y’all think The Weeknd will let me hold a couple of dollars?
Ice Spice, Central Cee, Luh Tyler & More Earn RapCaviar Rookie Of The Year Nominations
Metro Boomin is among the MVP nominees.
Kevin Durant Helps Reveal 2023 All-RapCaviar Teams Featuring Drake, 21 Savage & More
Find out which rappers received special recognition from Spotify.
