Bridging Asian and Global Music Markets

Bridging Asian and Global Music Markets

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Feb 6, 2026

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Avex Music Taps The Orchard for Global Distribution

The first release will be from Justin Bieber’s longtime backing band

Avex Music Taps The Orchard for Global Distribution

The first release will be from Justin Bieber’s longtime backing band

Deals & Signings

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Deals & Signings

Jan 21, 2026

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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

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NetEase Cloud Music, UMG Strike Multi-Year China Licensing Deal

Includes “artist-centric provisions and terms” covering AI

NetEase Cloud Music, UMG Strike Multi-Year China Licensing Deal

Includes “artist-centric provisions and terms” covering AI

Deals & Signings

Jan 21, 2026

Deals & Signings

Jan 16, 2026

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Kobalt Signs Strategic Partnership With India’s Madverse Music

The alliance seeks to provide global exposure for Indian and South Asian artists

Kobalt Signs Strategic Partnership With India’s Madverse Music

The alliance seeks to provide global exposure for Indian and South Asian artists

Deals & Signings

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Live

Jan 13, 2026

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BTS Announce 2026-2027 Tour Dates

Alongside an upcoming album, BTS will cover 34 regions for a total of 79 shows worldwide

BTS Announce 2026-2027 Tour Dates

Alongside an upcoming album, BTS will cover 34 regions for a total of 79 shows worldwide

Live

Jan 13, 2026

Deals & Signings

Jan 7, 2026

1 min read

Anjula Acharia Expands WMG Alliance, Unveils 5 Junction Management

Its first signing is ‘American Idol’ star Rhea Raj

Anjula Acharia Expands WMG Alliance, Unveils 5 Junction Management

Its first signing is ‘American Idol’ star Rhea Raj

Deals & Signings

Jan 7, 2026

Careers & People

Jan 7, 2026

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Fender Taps Edward “Bud” Cole as New CEO

Cole most recently served as head of the guitar maker’s Asia Pacific operation

Fender Taps Edward “Bud” Cole as New CEO

Cole most recently served as head of the guitar maker’s Asia Pacific operation

Careers & People

Jan 7, 2026

Deals & Signings

Jan 5, 2026

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Universal Music Acquires 30% Stake in India’s Excel Entertainment

The Mumbai based firm is valued at $267 million

Universal Music Acquires 30% Stake in India’s Excel Entertainment

The Mumbai based firm is valued at $267 million

Deals & Signings

Jan 5, 2026