ASCAP revenue collections up 6% in 2025

ASCAP has reported record-breaking revenue collections and royalty distributions in 2025. The PRO (performing rights organisation) delivered $1.945 billion in revenue in 2025, an increase of 6% year-on-year.

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Kobalt to provide global royalty collection and songwriter funding to Geo Music Group

Kobalt has unveiled a new partnership with London-based publishing company Geo Music Group. The agreement encompasses funding for international songwriters and worldwide administration services, enabling Geo Music Group’s ...

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Sony Music Publishing appoints Roslyn Pineda as Asia president

Sony Music Publishing has appointed Roslyn Pineda as president, Asia, effective immediately. Pineda will succeed longtime SMP Asia president, Carol Ng, who will remain with the company until ...

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