Independent distributor IDOL, which provides world-leading artist and label services to its curated roster, has signed UK labels Lex Records and Tru Thoughts, two boundary-pushing imprints spanning hip-hop, jazz and electronic music.

Rights Intelligence, a new consultancy specialised in music licensing and rights management, has launched.

Late Spring Folk Festival has revealed its lineup for its second edition as a full festival format.

Music collectibles platform and journal Wax Poetics has closed a $1 million funding round to support the next phase of its expansion.

Over 130 representatives of the live events industry have signed an open letter to EU Justice Commissioner Michael McGrath, calling for help to put an end to unauthorised ticket resale in the EU.

The Folk Album of the Year Award has revealed its first-ever shortlist: nine outstanding albums released in Britain and Ireland in 2025. 

Manchester rapper and poet OneDa has today released new single ‘Superstar’ – a fierce and uplifting anthem that celebrates identity and self-worth. 

The Association of Independent Music (AIM) held its 2025 annual general meeting today at Everyman Cinema in London’s Borough Yards. To ensure inclusivity, the event was available online for members outside London or those otherwise unable to attend.

Proper Music Distribution, the UK’s leading physical distributor of independent music, is expanding its direct-to-consumer (D2C) business with new fulfillment partnerships with Hospital Records and Heavenly Recordings.