By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group has just launched a massive new metaverse project on Roblox, in partnership with virtual world developer Supersocial. The two companies collaborated on the creation of Beat Galaxy, which they describe as "an innovative new music hub on Roblox, the immersive platform for communication and connection." In doing … [Read more...] about Universal Music Places Big Bet on A Musical Metaverse
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Universal Music Expands Rights Agreement With Amazon, Twitch
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Global music giant Universal Music Group (UMG) has expanded a key rights deal with Twitch and Amazon Music. The deal highlights the growing value of music catalogs held by publishers and labels, as well as the critical importance of synchronization licenses that allow for use of music in video and social media. The expanded agreements will … [Read more...] about Universal Music Expands Rights Agreement With Amazon, Twitch
Moonbug Signs Global Music Deal With Universal
Children's programming studio Moonbug Entertainment has signed an exclusive global music deal with Universal Music Group. While its main focus is on children's shows, music is a major part of Moonbug's offerings in programs like CoComelon and Blippy. Under the terms of the agreement, UMG will provide worldwide distribution, publishing and licensing for the Moonbug Music label … [Read more...] about Moonbug Signs Global Music Deal With Universal