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Universal Music to not renew licensing agreement with TikTok

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Universal Music to not renew licensing agreement with TikTok

Universal Music, one of the largest music labels, has decided not to renew its licensing agreement with TikTok. This decision is seen as a setback for the popular social media platform, as Universal Music boasts a vast catalog of music from renowned artists. The move comes amidst increasing concerns over copyright infringements and fair compensation for musicians on TikTok.

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TikTok is removing even more songs as music rights battle drags on

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

TikTok is removing even more songs as music rights battle drags on

TikTok is removing all songs written or co-written by Universal Music Group (UMG) artists from its platform as their battle over music rights continues. This decision not only affects UMG-signed artists but also those with publishing deals under the label, including Harry Styles and SZA. TikTok began removing UMG songs in February after failing to renew their licensing agreement. The platform claims UMG wanted an unfair deal that did not address concerns about AI-generated music and artist compensation. TikTok remains committed to reaching a fair agreement with UMG while allowing users to enjoy millions of other tracks.

TikTok loses Taylor Swift, Drake, and other major Universal Music artists

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

TikTok loses Taylor Swift, Drake, and other major Universal Music artists

Universal Music Group (UMG) has removed the music catalogs of artists such as Taylor Swift, Drake, and Olivia Rodrigo from TikTok after failing to renew licensing agreements. UMG accused TikTok of pressuring them into a "bad deal" that didn't adequately compensate artists and safeguard against AI-generated music and online safety issues. TikTok responded by expressing disappointment and accusing UMG of prioritizing greed over the interests of their artists and songwriters.

Taylor Swift’s music is back on TikTok

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Taylor Swift’s music is back on TikTok

Taylor Swift's music has returned to TikTok after being removed alongside other Universal Music Group (UMG) artists a few months ago. UMG and TikTok had failed to renew their licensing deal, causing a dispute over payment and the use of AI-generated content. The return of Swift's music suggests she may have struck a separate deal with TikTok. TikTok is a significant platform for music discovery, showcasing both indie and established artists. Despite its influence, artists have reported low royalty payments from the platform. TikTok has become a vital community for Taylor Swift fans to share content and engage with the artist.

Universal Music Group reaches new licensing agreement with TikTok

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Universal Music Group reaches new licensing agreement with TikTok

Universal Music Group and TikTok have reached a new licensing agreement that will bring back the label's songs and artists to the social media platform. TikTok removed Universal's content in January after their licensing deal expired. The agreement includes royalty payments to artists and songwriters, protections from artificial intelligence (AI), and online safety for TikTok users. TikTok is a valuable marketing tool for the music industry, with 16- to 19-year-olds in the US commonly discovering music through the platform. Universal claimed that artists and songwriters are paid significantly less on TikTok compared to other social media platforms like YouTube. Taylor Swift allowed some of her songs to be available on TikTok as part of the negotiation process. Concerns over AI-generated music and TikTok's future in the US are also mentioned in the article.

Vocal TikTok users navigate a quieter app

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Vocal TikTok users navigate a quieter app

TikTok users are facing frustration as the app has deleted music from Universal artists due to a licensing rift. Users expressed disappointment and some even started migrating to rival platforms like Instagram Reels. The absence of Universal's music catalog has also affected content creators, with their videos being muted and experiencing a drop in views. The situation has raised concerns about the negative impact on emerging Universal artists who rely on TikTok for promotion.

YouTube Shorts adds music video remixing as UMG goes silent on TikTok

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

YouTube Shorts adds music video remixing as UMG goes silent on TikTok

YouTube is now allowing creators to add and remix music videos in their Shorts, in a move that appears to be a response to TikTok's ongoing music licensing dispute with Universal Music Group (UMG). TikTok recently lost access to tracks from artists like Taylor Swift and Drake, while YouTube still has access to UMG's libraries. This new feature gives YouTube an advantage over TikTok, as it allows creators to make Shorts using music videos as backgrounds and incorporate clips from those videos.

Taylor Swift's music is back on TikTok, despite platform's ongoing UMG dispute

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Taylor Swift's music is back on TikTok, despite platform's ongoing UMG dispute

Taylor Swift's music has returned to TikTok after a 10-week absence. However, only her more recent songs and "Taylor's Version" cuts, for which she owns the masters, are available on the platform. This comes after a licensing dispute between Swift's label, Universal Music Group (UMG), and TikTok. UMG accused TikTok of trying to undermine emerging artists by selectively removing their music while keeping popular artists on the platform. Swift's return coincides with the upcoming release of her new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," providing both marketing opportunities for her and audio trends for TikTok.

Universal Music Group expected to pull music from TikTok over concerns with AI and artist pay

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Universal Music Group expected to pull music from TikTok over concerns with AI and artist pay

TikTok is facing backlash from Universal Music Group (UMG) for allowing AI-generated content and not adequately addressing copyright infringement issues and hate speech on the platform. UMG accuses TikTok of attempting to dilute the royalty pool for human artists and promoting AI music creation. UMG refuses to concede to a deal that undervalues music and shortchanges artists and fans, vowing to protect the rights of artists.

TikTok's aggressive growth tactics are upsetting partners, creators, and everyday users

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

TikTok's aggressive growth tactics are upsetting partners, creators, and everyday users

TikTok's aggressive growth tactics are leading to conflicts with partners, creators, and users. The company is currently involved in a public spat with Universal Music Group over music licensing, resulting in the removal of popular tracks. Additionally, TikTok is drawing criticism from users for aggressively promoting its e-commerce feature, Shop, which some feel is detracting from the app's original content. The company's confidence stems from its successful entry into the competitive social media market, but risking its relationships with music partners and alienating users could threaten its future.

TikTok loses even more songs over its dispute with Universal Music Group

TechCrunch · 1y ago

TikTok loses even more songs over its dispute with Universal Music Group

TikTok is removing songs published by Universal Music Group (UMG) as a result of an ongoing dispute over royalties. The conflict arose after UMG failed to reach a deal with TikTok's parent company, ByteDance. Songs owned or distributed by UMG were initially removed by January 31, and now TikTok must remove songs that contain compositions controlled by Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG). This change could impact popular songs on the platform, as UMPG accounts for 20-30% of TikTok's song catalogue. The dispute highlights the challenges faced by artists and songwriters in promoting their music and earning royalties on social media platforms.

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