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Spotify reached out to take issue with Hypebot’s reporting on the streamer’s Substack “The Truth About Streaming Payouts.” Spotify’s post took “a closer look at the actual math behind real music royalties.” It reiterated that there is no “per stream rate” and how its “streamshare” payment model works. Our conclusion was that “The Truth About

Sean Combs is pushing back forcefully against the upcoming Netflix docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning, calling the project “an unfair and illegal hit job” and accusing the streamer of relying on “stolen footage that was never authorized for release.” The series, produced by 50 Cent and directed by Alexandria Stapleton, is set to premiere globally on December 2. A

Unfiltered is back with a brand new episode featuring UK-based multi-instrumentalist, producer, and songwriter Karum Cooper, the creative force behind Webmoms! 🎹✨ From starting out in alt-rock and progressive metal to carving a unique space in Lo-Fi Hip Hop, R&B, and Neo Soul, Karum shares how he’s transformed his bedroom beatmaking project into a fully

Megan Thee Stallion will have to wait until next week to learn the verdict of the defamation lawsuit she filed against blogger Milagro Gramz. On Wednesday (Nov. 26), the jury appeared at the federal courthouse in Miami and began deliberations after receiving instructions from the judge. What some assumed may be a brief conclusion on

Don Diablo just teamed up with rising artist MONO|CHROME to drop a modern reinterpretation of the Depeche Mode classic, “Enjoy The Silence,” in EDM style. You can tell this track hits different, blending Don Diablo’s epic, cinematic sound with MONO|CHROME’s clean arrangements. Clearly, it’s a dope bridge connecting old-school electronic music roots with where the sound

Last year, State Farm and UPROXX teamed to bring you an exclusive look at Howard University’s 100th anniversary homecoming halftime show. Now, with the bar raised even higher for 101, we’re going back to campus to showcase the whole homecoming experience and catch up with Howard’s Director of Bands, Chancellor Mills, as he preps the

Game My Fan, a direct to fan music distribution platform, is teaming up with Primary Wave Music to create a new potential path for artist revenue generation and fan engagement. Primary Wave Music has announced a new partnership with Game My Fan, a direct-to-consumer platform built to turn albums into interactive mobile games powered by

Icon Sportswire / Marjorie Taylor Greene / Donald Trump Marjorie Taylor Greene was one of Donald Trump’s most loyal allies in Congress, but she is now calling it quits after her Orange Lord and Savior criticized her for calling for the release of the Epstein Files. Late Friday evening, Marjorie Taylor Greene threw a grenade

The holidays move fast, and this time of year offers a huge opportunity for musicians to boost engagement, push out new content, and connect with fans in a meaningful way. 🎁 ⚡️ As the season ramps up and everyone’s timelines get busier, a little planning can go a long way. To help you stay ahead