New York based TuneCore partners with Gaana to maximize distribution in India

Leading music distribution service TuneCore recently announced its partnership with India’s largest music streaming platform Gaana. TuneCore is owned by Paris based Believe and together the companies distribute one-third of the world’s digital music.

YouTube announces first ever virtual YourTube Fanfest on 11th October

YouTube is delighted to announce the first ever virtual YouTube FanFest feautring over 150 creators and artists from across the region with special appearances from global YouTube stars, this year’s virtual YouTube FanFest celebrates the creative ingenuity of the creator and artist community in Asia-Pacfic, that has provided inspiration, entertainment, and moments of joy during this unprecedented time. The show will be live streamed on YouTube Fanfest official YouTube channel on 11th October, 2020.

Shayan Italia’s steamy hot video 'Sha La La' a must watch

In a bid to celebrate International Coming Out Day (11th October), Indian-born global award-winning pianist, singer and songwriter, Shayan Italia puts forth his second video presentation, Sha La La, a follow-up to his historic world record breaking piano rendition of the Indian National Anthem, Jana Gana, Mana which was launched in 2018.

Conkrah returns with ‘Everybody Switch (Fatty Fatty)’

Global pop sensation Conkarah has announced today’s premiere of his hugely anticipated new single. Everybody Switch (Fatty Fatty) is available now via S-Curve Records/BMG at all DSPs and streaming services. The track comes on the heels of Conkarah’s breakthrough hit single Banana Feat Shaggy which has over 1 billion Global Streams.

Eddie Van Halen dies at 65 after battle with cancer

Eddie Van Halen, the guitarist and songwriter who helped give the rock band its name Van Halen, died Tuesday after a battle with cancer. He was 65.

Lady Gaga, BTS, Justin Bieber lead 2020 MTV EMA Nominations

Lady Gaga has garnered seven nominations for the 2020 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), followed by BTS and Justin Bieber, each of whom received five nods. The global music awards show also added new categories best Latin, video for good and best virtual live.

Armaan Malik, Divine, Kaam Bhari, Prabh Deep and Siri x Sez On The Beat as nominees for ‘Best Indian Act’

The battle of trending Indian musicians is all set to unfold as they face off against one another for international feat at the 27th edition of the prestigious Europe Music Awards 2020. This prominent gala is revered by artists worldwide and is the most popular music ceremony across Gen Z. Winners being decided solely by votes, the EMAs are recognized as a true testimonial to being crowned a champion of the audience.

Sia features on Leslie Odom Jr, new track 'Cold'

Grammy and Tony Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, author and actor Leslie Odom, Jr. has released a brand-new version of his song Cold featuring nine-time Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum artist Sia. The track is off the singer’s third full-length album and first of original material, ‘Mr’ which was released in November 2019 via S-Curve Records/BMG.

Druv Kent returns with a new single ‘Bit at a time’.

BBC 2 supported India born singer-songwriter Druv Kent returns with a poignant and haunting electronica infused track Bit At A Time that speaks to your inner child. The song is composed and written by Kent and produced with the amazing UK based Calum MacColl (Ronan Keating), Simon Edwards (David Gray), creating a groove-infused bassline below strong melodic hook lines, fast becoming a signature theme of their collaborations.

Addressing global biases with the ‘Born Colourless’ campaign and the digital film ‘ISMs’

With an aim to address the biases that exist in the world and in continuation of the Born Colourless campaign, a vodka brand has launched the digital film ‘ISMs’. The film is a testament to the brand’s philosophy, encouraging people to express themselves freely.