Universal Music Group News

The American Association of Independent Music (or A2IM), the not-for-profit trade organization representing a diverse community of more than 600 independently owned record labels operating within the United States, has been named as an advisor to MICC. MICC is looking to A2IM to assist with a number of issues.

Robyn Hurder will play her final performance at the Broadhurst Theatre in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical on Sunday, December 17.

Elton is currently celebrating the 50th anniversary of his beloved holiday tune, “Step Into Christmas,” originally released November 23, 1973, and can be found on Diamonds. In honor of the song’s anniversary, Elton has released a brand new digital “Step Into Christmas” EP featuring Elton’s top holiday hits.

The final competition took place on October 25, 2023, as part of the fifth annual Music Tectonics Conference in Santa Monica, CA. The conference welcomed almost 600 attendees from every corner of the globe for three days of networking, tech demonstrations, programming, and bootcamp. 

A new block of tickets os on sale now for the hit Broadway musical A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical. Tickets are now available through Sunday, September 1, 2024.

With deep roots in storytelling, heartfelt emotions, and the ability to resonate with audiences from all walks of life, both country music and Cirque du Soleil embody themes of love and resilience - as well as a passion for breathtaking, powerful performances.

Vevo announces its highly anticipated 'DSCVR Artists to Watch' list for 2024, highlighting emerging global artists poised for breakthrough in the year ahead. The list features talented artists such as Chappell Roan, Elmiene, Florentina, and more. Vevo's DSCVR ATW program provides critical exposure and promotion to help propel their careers.

The music of Simple Minds is nothing short of iconic. From anthems “Don't You (Forget About Me)” and “Alive and Kicking”, which was the soundtrack of a generation, to their recently released 2022 album Direction Of The Heart (BMG Rights Management), the band has carved a successful music career for over 40 years.

Iconic pop-rock band Hootie & the Blowfish return in 2024 with the Summer Camp with Trucks Tour, featuring special guests Collective Soul and Edwin McCain. This marks their first full tour since 2019, celebrating their 30th anniversary. Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Darius Rucker and Jim “Soni” Sonefeld are back!

Producer Douglas Thompson announced development of the musical WATCHER IN THE WOODS, based on the 1976 novel by Florence Engel Randall, with music by Johanna Telander, book & lyrics by Douglas Thompson, and directed by Saki Kawamura.

Today, widely-beloved comedian, Nate Bargatze, announced his return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with a three-night engagement as part of his continued 2023-2024 The Be Funny Tour. Praised for his clean and family-friendly stand-up, Bargatze is set to deliver six unforgettable performances throughout his awaited return to Encore Theater.

Since winning “The Voice,” the last winning contestant under coach Blake Shelton, Leatherwood moved to Nashville full time to focus on writing, recording, and touring. With a full team intact including Morris Higham Management, Creative Artists Agency, Sony Music Publishing, and O’Neil Hagaman.

The cast of A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical will host a signing event of the Original Broadway Cast Album immediately after the matinee on Wednesday, October 18 at the Broadhurst Theatre.

 “American Idol” winner Nick Fradiani will star on Broadway as Neil Diamond – Then in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical starting Tuesday, October 31 at the Broadhurst Theatre. Learn more about Fradiani and find out how to get tickets to catch him in the show here!

Josh Ross unveils his emotional new song 'Ain't The One.' Co-written with Taylor Phillips, Jaxson Free, and Jon Kraft, the track is a vulnerable depiction of moving on from love, with heartfelt lyrics and powerful vocals. Listen to 'Ain't The One' now.

Will Swenson will play his final performance as ‘Neil Diamond – Then’ in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical, at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) on Sunday, October 29.

'A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL' is hosting the first-ever 'Good Times Button Day' this Thursday matinee, September 26. Find out more about this event here!

With 13 cast members out of A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond musical, the show's associate director, Austin Regan, stepped in!

Shirine Babb will begin performances in the role of the ‘Doctor’ in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical starting on Friday, September 22. Learn more about Babb and get tickets to the musical here!

Indie-Americana vocal band The Close have released their new single and music video, 'Coming to Break Your Heart.' Composed of Shannon Walker, Lori J Rowton, and James McKinney, The Close is a vocal band blending Americana, contemporary folk, roots, and country, all infused with a great pop sensibility.