News you may have missed! (9/23/23)
New blink-182 music is finally here!
Welcome to another mailer! And this week brings us the highly anticipated and long-awaited new music from blink-182. And not only did they release one song, but they released two new ones! They also announced the official release date of their upcoming album. More on that below.
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blink-182 drop two new songs “One More Time” and “More Than You Know”. The highly anticipated title track of blink-182’s upcoming album ONE MORE TIME… has finally been unveiled. This pop-punk anthem is a reflection of the band’s journey and personal experiences. During a recent interview, bassist and vocalist Mark Hoppus expressed his belief that “ONE MORE TIME” deserves a place on the Mount Rushmore of blink-182 songs. And I couldn’t agree more. The new album is set to be released on October 20th.
Brian ‘Head’ Welch says there’ll be new Korn music next year. Korn guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch has revealed that the band is working on new music set to release next year, following their 2022 album 'Requiem.' In an interview on Joe Rogan's The Joe Kingdom Perspective, Welch hinted at possible anniversary plans to commemorate 30 years since their 1994 self-titled debut album. He also reflected on the band's resilience through line-up changes, including his own departure from 2005 to 2013, noting how things have been restored and stating that some members are currently on break or have left the band, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of the band's journey.
Katy Perry sells catalog to Litmus Music for $225 million. Litmus Music, a catalog rights company backed by Carlyle Group LP, has acquired Katy Perry's stake in the master recording royalties and music publishing rights to her five studio albums released for Capitol Records, including the Grammy-nominated Teenage Dream, for a reported $225 million. This acquisition demonstrates the continued high value commanded by top-tier artists in the music rights market, as evidenced by recent deals like Justin Bieber's $200-million sale to Hipgnosis Songs Capital. Katy Perry's catalog boasts numerous chart-topping hits, with her achieving a remarkable feat of sending five songs from the same album to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, a record only surpassed by Michael Jackson. Litmus, launched in 2022 with a $500 million investment, has been steadily acquiring publishing and recording rights from various artists, and Perry's iconic songs are viewed as an essential part of the global cultural fabric by the company's co-founder and CEO, Hank Forsyth.
Mae announce signing to Equal Vision Records, set to release new music.
Spotify code suggests HiFi tier is coming with lossless audio for $20 / month. Spotify is making progress toward launching its long-awaited HiFi tier, referred to as "Supremium" in recent code findings. This tier may offer 24-bit lossless audio, AI-powered playlist creation, and other features. The Supremium tier could also include 30 hours of audiobook listening monthly and advanced mixing tools for customizing playlists. The price mentioned in the code is $19.99 per month, though it may be subject to change. However, Spotify faces competition from Apple Music and Amazon Music, which offer lossless audio at no extra cost within their existing plans, potentially making the higher price a point of consideration for users.
People who make more than $600 from reselling tickets to be taxed in the US. The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is implementing a new law that will tax individuals who earn more than $600 from ticket resales, targeting scalpers. This change is part of the American Rescue Plan Act and applies to companies like Ticketmaster and StubHub. In 2023, these companies will need to report customers who sold over $600 worth of resale tickets. Previously, this reporting threshold was $20,000 and 200 transactions in a year. The IRS clarified that payment apps and online marketplaces must file a Form 1099-K for gross payments exceeding $600, and this change started in the 2023 tax year without altering income definitions or tax calculations.
Revenue in US music industry hits all-time high. The US music industry has achieved its highest-ever revenue levels, according to the Recording Industry Association of America's midyear report. Retail revenue, including consumer streaming services, rose by 9.3% to reach a record first-half total of $8.4 billion. Wholesale revenue also increased by 8.3% to $5.3 billion. Streaming revenue grew by 10.3% to $7 billion, constituting 84% of music revenue in the US. Vinyl sales saw growth, reaching their highest revenue since 2013 at $882 million, with 72% of physical media sales attributed to vinyl. Overall, the industry continues to benefit from streaming and vinyl sales. Show of hands of those who think the labels will start paying the artists better when it comes to streams… Anyone? No? Same.
Ronnie Radke calls out Motionless in White for ripping off video. Falling in Reverse's Ronnie Radke has expressed dissatisfaction with Motionless in White, accusing them of copying elements from his band's "Popular Monster" video for their own "Werewolf" video. Radke pointed out similarities between the two videos, including the transformation into a werewolf theme. He claimed that Motionless in White even used the same video director his band had worked with. Radke voiced his frustration on social media, suggesting that bands should acknowledge their inspirations and give credit to each other. He also praised artists like Bring Me the Horizon and Ice Nine Kills for creating their own unique content instead of copying others.
Gen Z Is Twice as Likely to Call Into Work for a Concert Than Millennials. A YouGov and Viagogo survey reveals that Gen Z individuals are twice as likely as millennials to call in sick to work in order to attend a concert. This online study, conducted in July 2023 in the UK, surveyed 2,000 adults. Specifically, 19% of Gen Z respondents said they would fake illness to attend a gig, while only 8% of millennials shared this sentiment. Furthermore, 43% of Gen Z respondents would give up alcohol for six months to secure front-row seats at their favorite concert. The survey also found that 20% of Gen Z participants admitted to crying at a live show, while 21% of the overall respondents considered their first concert more memorable than their first job, first kiss, or losing their virginity.
There’s a new Something Corporate merch and vinyl shop.
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