Spotify launches Soundtrap for Storytellers

Deezer rolls out Dark Mode to iOS and desktop app joining the Android version launched in July 2019. According to the streamer, Dark Mode is the most sought-after feature from its users and the new feature gives users the freedom to switch from their normal light music player to a dark grey background. The claimed benefits are reduced eye strain and improved readability in low light conditions. Dark mode setting can be turned on or […]

US recorded music revenues up 9% in first half of 2022 generating $7.7 Bn at estimated retail value according to the RIAA, building on the strong growth experienced the prior year. The number of paid subscriptions grew to a record high of 90 million, with revenues up 10% to $5.0 Bn and comprising almost two-thirds of the first half total. At wholesale value, revenues grew 8% to $4.9 Bn. Streaming Revenues from streaming music grew […]

Local music dominates listening in India according to a joint study published by IFPI and the IMI, the Indian recorded music industry association. IFPI designed and ran the Music Consumer Study, 2019 across 21 of the world’s major music markets, exploring the music habits of consumers worldwide. India was a key part of the study and the Digital Music Study, 2019 explores in greater depth some of the insights taken from the responses of the […]