The Orchard's 'pivotal moment' for independent physical distribution with launch of OPEN

SPV Distribution and Membran have merged to form OPEN (Orchard Physical European Network), a new physical distribution entity operating under The Orchard’s global umbrella. Both SPV and Membran are long time partners with The Orchard, whose parent company is Sony Music. “This strategic alliance significantly expands one of the world's ...

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The Music Managers Forum (MMF) has paid tribute to John Glover, who has died aged 81. Glover was a founding member of the MMF, served as a board ...

Black Founders Programme partners with Channel 4 for 2025 edition

Digital Catapult has announced the return of its Black Founders Programme in partnership with Sony Music UK and Sony Music Publishing UK. The third iteration of the ...

IFPI appoints Mira Chatt as Asia regional director

IFPI has appointed Mira Chatt as its new regional director, Asia. In this newly expanded role, Chatt will lead the global recorded music industry association’s work across ...

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