George Michael estate 'delighted' by Taylor Swift's use of Father Figure on new album

The George Michael estate has welcomed the “association between two great artists”, following the use of the late UK artist’s song Father Figure on Taylor Swift’s new album. Swift has interpolated George Michael’s 1987 hit on a new track of the same name on her 12th studio album, The Life ...

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Record Store Day reveals Black Friday line-up of releases

Record Store Day’s sister event, Black Friday, has revealed the line-up of releases for independent record shops ahead of its return on Friday, November 28. Highlights ...

Report: Universal and Warner close to 'landmark' AI licensing deals

Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group are reportedly getting close to signing artificial intelligence licensing deals. According to the Financial Times, the landmark deals could be completed ...

Oasis, Ed Sheeran & Olivia Dean boost UK music in Q3 - but US acts still dominate singles rankings

There are signs of improvement for UK talent in the Q3 chart rankings – but US artists continue to dominate. It follows a difficult period for domestic talent at ...

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