Harry Levin
Harry Levin is a freelance journalist with credits in SPIN, Billboard, MusicTech, Grammy.com, Los Angeles Magazine, and more. His musical journey began 20 years ago with a CD of Led Zeppelin IV. He played jazz trombone through college, produced large-scale electronic music events, and now spends his professional time writing and editing.
Harry Levin
Harry Levin is a freelance journalist with credits in SPIN, Billboard, MusicTech, Grammy.com, Los Angeles Magazine, and more. His musical journey began 20 years ago with a CD of Led Zeppelin IV. He played jazz trombone through college, produced large-scale electronic music events, and now spends his professional time writing and editing.
Harry Levin
Harry Levin is a freelance journalist with credits in SPIN, Billboard, MusicTech, Grammy.com, Los Angeles Magazine, and more. His musical journey began 20 years ago with a CD of Led Zeppelin IV. He played jazz trombone through college, produced large-scale electronic music events, and now spends his professional time writing and editing.
Awards & Milestones
Jan 23, 2026
1 min read
We Are Moving the Needle Announces Host, Honorees, and Performances for 2026 Resonator Awards
The ceremony will take place on January 27 at Chaplin Studios in Los Angeles.
We Are Moving the Needle Announces Host, Honorees, and Performances for 2026 Resonator Awards
The ceremony will take place on January 27 at Chaplin Studios in Los Angeles.
Awards & Milestones
Jan 23, 2026
Awards & Milestones
Jan 23, 2026
1 min read
We Are Moving the Needle Announces Host, Honorees, and Performances for 2026 Resonator Awards
The ceremony will take place on January 27 at Chaplin Studios in Los Angeles.
Deals & Signings
Jan 23, 2026
1 min read
TikTok has Officially Formed a New US Entity, Avoiding Shutdown
This closes a deal that has been in flux since April 2024 when President Biden signed a law banning the app in the United States
TikTok has Officially Formed a New US Entity, Avoiding Shutdown
This closes a deal that has been in flux since April 2024 when President Biden signed a law banning the app in the United States
Deals & Signings
Jan 23, 2026
Deals & Signings
Jan 23, 2026
1 min read
TikTok has Officially Formed a New US Entity, Avoiding Shutdown
This closes a deal that has been in flux since April 2024 when President Biden signed a law banning the app in the United States
Deals & Signings
Jan 21, 2026
1 min read
Def Jam Recordings Expands Into China
The new office will open in Chengdu, commonly known as “the capital of Chinese hip-hop”
Def Jam Recordings Expands Into China
The new office will open in Chengdu, commonly known as “the capital of Chinese hip-hop”
Deals & Signings
Jan 21, 2026
Deals & Signings
Jan 21, 2026
1 min read
Def Jam Recordings Expands Into China
The new office will open in Chengdu, commonly known as “the capital of Chinese hip-hop”
Live
Jan 21, 2026
2 min read
Music Venue Trust Report Delivers Concerning Numbers for UK Grassroots Scene
The organization represents hundreds of independent venues throughout the UK
Music Venue Trust Report Delivers Concerning Numbers for UK Grassroots Scene
The organization represents hundreds of independent venues throughout the UK
Live
Jan 21, 2026
Live
Jan 21, 2026
2 min read
Music Venue Trust Report Delivers Concerning Numbers for UK Grassroots Scene
The organization represents hundreds of independent venues throughout the UK
Careers & People
Jan 21, 2026
1 min read
Maurice Slade Named Head of Music at Soundcloud
Slade was previously SoundCloud’s Head of Marketing, Artist Relations
Maurice Slade Named Head of Music at Soundcloud
Slade was previously SoundCloud’s Head of Marketing, Artist Relations
Careers & People
Jan 21, 2026
Careers & People
Jan 21, 2026
1 min read
Maurice Slade Named Head of Music at Soundcloud
Slade was previously SoundCloud’s Head of Marketing, Artist Relations
Deals & Signings
Jan 20, 2026
1 min read
Udio Signs New AI Licensing Agreement with Merlin
The major AI startup also recently signed deals with UMG and WMG
Udio Signs New AI Licensing Agreement with Merlin
The major AI startup also recently signed deals with UMG and WMG
Deals & Signings
Jan 20, 2026
Deals & Signings
Jan 20, 2026
1 min read
Udio Signs New AI Licensing Agreement with Merlin
The major AI startup also recently signed deals with UMG and WMG
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