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The company rejected the proposal, although the reported undervaluation of the business has remained a concern among investors
The partnership aims to create new avenues for artists, songwriters and rights holders to reach gaming audiences
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Shetty will focus on business development across publishing, sync and licensing deals
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The audio wellness initiative features music by Olivia Dean, Sam Smith, Shawn Mendes and other artists
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Bush will join the company in November and report to UMG Chief Operating Officer Boyd Muir
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Virat Khullar, Head of Marketing, Hyundai Motor India, says the focus is on building cultural relevance
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It has released 18 original songs across three seasons, featuring leading and emerging artists
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Universal Music India’s ‘Hear It First’ offers paying subscribers early access to major new releases
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In a LinkedIn post, Sanyal shared 10 lessons from 30-plus years, highlighting the power of consistent habits
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The song reflects the evolving sound of contemporary Punjabi music, combining global influences with the genre’s distinct musical identity
The label will debut with the Mirzapur: The Movie soundtrack, releasing on September 4, 2026
Devraj Sanyal says India's music industry must prioritise creator value over listener numbers
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In this guest column, Sumedhas Rajgopal of Universal Music India explains why India's music startups need patient capital
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Celebrating 15 Years of Shaping Music, Talent and Innovation Across India & AMEA
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Prior to joining UMPG, Kaur held senior leadership roles at Spotify, Facebook and Microsoft
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Defending the company’s current direction, UMG highlighted its performance since becoming a publicly listed company in 2021
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Cyrille Bolloré Says Bill Ackman’s €64 Billion UMG Bid Undervalues Company
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The agreement also introduces broader collaboration around artist promotion, fan engagement, ecommerce initiatives and creator-focused tools
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The agreement expands the companies’ 2024 partnership while opening new opportunities for UMG artists and songwriters
The companies said the feature will open up an additional revenue stream for artists and songwriters beyond existing Spotify royalties
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Partnership aims to expand the global reach of Indian artists and music
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Chhabra’s move highlights the rise of regional streaming leadership
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Over the years, Kemmu has transitioned from acting to filmmaking while steadily exploring new creative formats
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The move comes amid rising investor scrutiny, including from Bill Ackman, whose firm holds over 4.5% in UMG
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Vakil signalled an ambitious 2026 pipeline for music-led brand experiences
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Sharing the update on LinkedIn, Nayyar called her tenure “unprecedented” and the most defining phase of her career
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According to Sanyal, the modern music landscape has shifted from controlled hit-making to a more organic, audience-driven model
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Negi will now lead artist development, repertoire, and label operations across North India
The collaboration, at the intersection of culture, branding, and artist development, aims to discover emerging talent and elevate them globally
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With this new venture, the platform adds a recorded music arm to its ecosystem, while leveraging global label infrastructure through....
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The update, shared on LinkedIn, marks Negi’s five-year journey with UMG during a period of rapid change in the global....
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Devraj Sanyal signals bold expansion as Universal Music India ramps up hiring
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The partnership combines UMPI’s global network with Music Nova’s catalogue to boost monetisation and global reach
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His move underscores UMPG’s growing A&R strength in India, amid rapid expansion in streaming, sync, and songwriting
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Rising global clout, underscored by Devraj Sanyal’s six-year run on Billboard Global Power Players
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By partnering with Anirudh, the company aims to take regional music global while strengthening its pop and hip-hop footprint
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In this guest column, Riddhima Shah, Head of People, Inclusion & Culture (CHRO), Universal Music Group India & South Asia,....
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The global music giant reports strong Q4 momentum and full-year gains led by streaming, licensing and artist-driven releases
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Independent Franchise Partners is a London-based investment group that focuses on companies with strong intangible assets and durable competitive advantages
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The partnership grants athletes across gymnastics, figure skating, dance and other routine-based sports access to UMG’s vast music catalog for....
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Deeply introspective in tone, the track explores love, longing and emotional vulnerability with raw honesty and quiet restraint
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Steven will lead UMG’s internal and external communications efforts and oversee communication strategies across the company’s global operating units
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For UMG, the night highlighted not just star power, but the strength of its publishing and label ecosystem across genres
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Both companies said their joint efforts aim to shape responsible AI tools that support artists, enrich fan experiences and protect....
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The companies position the accelerator as a tech-enabled launchpad for the next generation of Indian music talent
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Poferl joins UMG after a nearly 12-year tenure at The New York Times, where she played a pivotal role at....
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The collaboration will allow fans and artists to go in-depth on the music they love and create an artist incubator....
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‘Koi Naam’ opens Jasleen Royal’s 2026 and signals a new creative journey with Universal Music India
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Less about hits, more about systems,Devraj Sanyal outlines a blueprint for India’s next music economy.
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The agreement further opens the door for collaborations between Universal’s global roster of artists and future Excel productions
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The alliance is expected to support Universal Music Group’s expansion ambitions in India while enabling Excel Entertainment to scale up....
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As part of the settlement, the two companies will co-develop a licensed AI music platform that lets users create, stream,....
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AP Dhillon teams up with Shinda Kahlon for an intimate, acoustic-driven track, marking a reflective new phase as he wraps....
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The song’s narrative weaves through tender confessions and the unspoken understanding that defines a deep connection, promising to resonate with....
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar of the art of Living foundation joins 50+ global artists, including Grammy® winners and nominees....
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The partnership builds on the label’s artist-focused footprint, and enables it to deepen its presence in domestic film music –....
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This song is part of a collaborative initiative between Universal Music Group for Brands and Hyundai Spotlight Season 3 to....
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This will make some of the most iconic Hindi film soundtracks and I-pop albums remastered for Vinyl, available to music....
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The core issue, Sanyal argued, is not lack of demand,but an entrenched, decades-old expectation that music should cost nothing.
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The song is part of Hyundai Spotlight Season 3 — a platform by Hyundai Motor India Limited and Universal Music....
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The song captures the emotional terrain of regret and letting go. It tells the story of two people who were....
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By guiding artists to tap into this growth intelligently, UMG India helps them build sustainable income streams, including digital sales,....
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This recognition underscores his pivotal role in transforming the Indian music industry and amplifying its global presence.
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This innovative offering blends popular music with sound waves based on audio science, aiming to help listeners sleep better, relax....
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His departure comes shortly after UMG posted strong Q1 2025 results, with revenue up 9.5% year-on-year and adjusted EBITDA rising....
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Ellis’s appointment signals UMG’s continued focus on strategic financial growth as it navigates a fast-evolving global music and entertainment landscape.
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The vibrant and empowering anthem celebrates the spirit of Indian women always transforming, always seeking a Glow-up. It features the....
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Today, one of the growing revenue streams for artists and music companies globally is sales of music culture linked consumer....
At Universal Music Group for Brands, we're not just watching this unfold; we're building these purpose led platforms with brands.
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This marks a significant milestone in his career, as he sets out to champion emerging talent and redefine music across....
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The new single comes at the heels of Hanumankind’s debut Coachella appearance when the South Indian rapper will perform for....
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With a dynamic blend of A&R expertise, strategic marketing and a teen pop approach, this collaboration marks a bold step....
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In an exclusive chat with Loudest.in, he explores storytelling in music, indie artists' challenges, and UMI’s vision for their global....
Produced by underground southern maestro Silvan, the track delves into themes of resilience, self-belief, and overcoming adversity, echoing the competitive....
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This groundbreaking collaboration brings together Pikachu, Jigglypuff, and other beloved Pokémon, dancing to Badshah’s signature beats and electrifying rhythms.
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The agreements will foster the next era of streaming innovation, offering new paid subscription tiers, music and non-music content bundling,....
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The three-track project, featuring "Fucker With The Flow," "Chaar Border Paar," and "Generational," showcases tricksingh's lyrical prowess and cements his....
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Despite these changes, the Recording Academy has confirmed that the Grammy Awards ceremony will proceed as scheduled on February 2nd....
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The multi-platinum-selling rapper teamed up with the likes of Young Thug, Future, GloRilla, Rod Wave, and more across 15 new....
This shift represents a broader transformation in how music is created, consumed, and celebrated, with artists stepping into the spotlight....
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These projects have empowered a diverse mix of artists to amplify brand messages, galvanize fan communities, and expand their reach....
The album’s journey began with Paaro, followed by Hum Dum, Subha Shaam, and Kol Aa, each showcasing Aditya’s talent for....
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This alongside Ceremonia Festival (Mexico City, MX), Lollapalooza India and more shows to be announced has cemented HMK as an....
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This hard-hitting track offers a raw and provocative glimpse into Raga's Jamnapaar origins, announcing his arrival as a major force....
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This track paints a vivid picture of a bruised relationship and unresolved emotions. The Siege lays his heart bare with....
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This is the first solo Grammy nomination for an Indian artist since the great Pandit Ravi Shankar and the only....
Universal is currently engaged in litigation with Anthropic AI and Suno and Udio over the use of the label's recordings....
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Universal Music Canada (UMC), the country’s leading music company, proudly announces thiarajxtt’s signing and his first new music of 2024.
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This forecast surpasses the consensus outlook of 6.1% annual revenue growth and 8.8% annual adjusted EBITDA growth, as noted by....
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Announced on Wednesday (September 11), Vedam Records "aims to bring the benefits of authentic wellness music from India to the....
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Over the years, Meta and UMG have collaborated on innovative ways to integrate licensed music across the Meta ecosystem, including....
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While UMG views this as a temporary setback, some industry analysts suggest it may indicate a more permanent shift in....
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The collaboration aims to promote an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment for female artists, opening doors to new opportunities and....
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Reflecting on this remarkable journey, Sanyal shares his sentiments with a touch of nostalgia and immense pride.
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Team UMGB along with Adam & Devraj celebrated these special partnerships for taking the lead in enabling cultural change through....
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Bhujabal, who joined Universal Music in April 2023, brings with him valuable experience, having previously served as an executive director....
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The After School of Hip-Hop, a pioneering initiative in Dharavi, provides youth with opportunities for artistic expression and skill development....
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UMG's revenue surged by 7.9% year-on-year in constant currency, reaching a substantial €2.59 billion, driven by robust expansion in all....
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UMG's extensive music catalog, along with compositions by Universal Music Publishing Group's roster of creators, will soon be back on....