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Edgar Barrera leads 2026 Latin Grammys with 10 nominations

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French rapper Gims investigated for 'aggravated money laundering'

Gims, one of France's most popular rappers, was placed under formal investigation and released under judicial supervision on Friday, in a sprawling international money-laundering case.

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Spain's Culture Ministry to set up body to promote Spanish music

In cooperation with the Cervantes Institute and other bodies, Ernest Urtasun's Culture Ministry has revealed plans to promote Spain's music industry and ride the increasing wave of successful stars like Rosalía around the world.

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Beyond the Miami Sound: An anatomy of Spanish-language music in 2026

A whole generation of artists and listeners seems to have given impetus to a new wave of music in the world's second most sung language. The question of identity and the entry of new genres are driving it.

11 February 2026

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Nvidia and Universal Music Group sign deal for 'responsible AI'

Described as an "antidote to AI slop," the strategic partnership will expand Nvidia's AI music models and develop new AI-powered music creation tools with direct input from artists.

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New Berlin jazz radio station aims to revive jazz in Germany

A new Berlin-based radio station named after jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald is aiming to revive the genres fortunes. As the music used to be an expression of rebellion, emancipation and social protest, the launch says more about our times than you might imagine, writes Diana Resnik.

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A pirate activist group scraped and released Spotify’s entire library

A pirate activist group said it ‘backed up’ Spotify’s music catalogue, claiming it put metadata for 256 million tracks online. The streaming platform said it’s ‘actively monitoring’ the incident.

22 December 2025

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'Bohemian Rhapsody' is 50: Five surprising covers of Queen's hit song

‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ came out 50 years ago today. Euronews Culture picks its favourite and most surprising renditions of Queen's legendary single.

31 October 2025

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Universal and AI music firm settle lawsuit and launch new platform

A legal wrangle over alleged copyright infringement between Universal Music and AI firm Udio has ended with a settlement and a new partnership for a platform to make AI music more accessible to everyday users.

31 October 2025

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Are artist protests responsible for Spotify's leadership shake-up?

Daniel Ek stepping down as CEO of the company he founded comes during much backlash aimed at Spotify, ranging from issues regarding artist payment and Ek’s investments in weapons.

Business

Spotify founder Daniel Ek steps down as CEO, sending shares lower

Spotify said in a press release that the move “formalises" how Spotify has been operating since 2023, with the new co-CEOs largely leading strategic development and operational execution.

30 September 2025

Tech News

Sweden says artists to be paid for AI-generated music in ‘world first'

The Swedish Performing Rights Society says it’s signed the “world’s first” licensing agreement with an artificial intelligence company that generates music.

9 September 2025

Business

Taylor Swift is miles richer than her new fiancé. Here’s by how much

With a net worth almost twenty times greater than Travis Kelce’s, Taylor Swift will enter her marriage as the clear financial powerhouse. Her $1.6 billion (€1.4bn) fortune makes her one of the world’s wealthiest entertainers, dwarfing NFL star Kelce’s estimated $70 million (€60.4mn).

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Swiftonomics: How brands may cash in on Taylor and Travis’ engagement

Singer Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce announced their engagement on Tuesday afternoon.

Business

Universal Music Group confidentially files for US stock market listing

The Dutch-American firm, which represents the likes of Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish, is already listed in the Netherlands.

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Ville Haimala and Yaboi Hanoi use AI to create a new musical language

Set to perform at the innovative music festival and conference Sónar+D, Ville Haimala and Yaboi Hanoi explain how they've utilised AI in their music to create something entirely new.

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Tremor 2025: São Miguel's music festival with major cultural ambitions

São Miguel , the largest of the Azores island archipelago, is one of the poorest areas of the European Union. Cue the transformative power of music...