Country Music Association appoints Brittany Schaffer as next CEO

The Country Music Association (CMA) has named Brittany Schaffer as its next CEO. Schaffer will succeed Sarah Trahern, who will retire at the end of the year following 13 years at the helm of the Nashville-based organisation. Schaffer joins from Belmont University where she serves as Dean of the Mike Curb ...

Disney Music Group president Ken Bunt to receive MUSEXPO 2027 Lifetime Achievement Award

D2C firm Townsend Music to 'compete on global level'

PRS For Music returns to sponsor Women In Music Awards

Vevo report reveals how nostalgia is shaping cross-generational music discovery and engagement

BBC Radio 6 Music reveals schedule for BBC Sounds extension Indie Forever

BBC Radio 6 Music has revealed further details about its new BBC Sounds extension, Indie Forever. Created by 6 Music and dedicated to the “biggest and best ...

Vevo to sponsor Women In Music Awards 2026

Music Week is delighted to announce that Vevo is returning as the Inspirational Artist sponsor at the Women In Music Awards. This year’s edition of the hugely popular ...

Lorna Clarke outlines BBC policy on AI in music

The BBC plays a key role in the British music ecosystem – so the broadcaster is watching the impact of AI like every other key player. Lorna Clarke, director ...

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