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We're on Patreon! Find us at https://www.patreon.com/AudioUnleashed This week, Dennis and Brent get caught  in the trap of being forced to discuss Apple's big new thing—improved open-ear noise cancellation—and how it might compare to that of the Cleer ARC 3 Open Wireless Earbuds. Then they riff yet again on the subject of AI music, largely centered on UMG's recent deal with the devil, as well as 404 Media's intentional hacking of Lathe of Heaven's Spotify page to inject it with lazy AI slop. Last up for most people, they dig into Brent's thoughts on several recent one-small-driver speakers, as well as Steve Temme's first published measurements for Stereophile in the dystopian post-Atkinson world we hi-fi heads find ourselves living in. The real question, though, is: how many mic adapters can Brent manage to string together before the end of the episode?

Quake discusses Lil Durk juror breaking down what led to acquittal, Durk also getting trial delayed and securing bond hearing in November, Trey Songz alleged sexual assault victim seeking settlement money, Jay-Z's rape accuser fully recanting allegations, Drake scoring appeal date as UMG seeks to dismiss lawsuit, Jay-Z saying he didn't like being an artist despite ‘Reasonable Doubt' success, 50 Cent performing at Tyrese Haliburton's wedding for free, Druski explaining how Drake completely changed his life, Kendrick Lamar breaking another touring record with ‘Grand National' tour and much more.(00:00) - Intro(12:52) - Lil Durk Juror Breaks Down What Led To Acquittal(16:36) - Lil Durk Gets Trial Delayed And Secures Bond Hearing In November(18:19) - Trey Songz Alleged Sexual Assault Victim Seeks Settlement Money(21:24) - Jay-Z's Rape Accuser Fully Recants Allegations(25:02) - Drake Scores Appeal Date As UMG Seeks To Dismiss Lawsuit(26:35) - Jay-Z Says He Didn't Like Being An Artist Despite ‘Reasonable Doubt' Success(34:44) - 50 Cent Performed At Tyrese Haliburton's Wedding For Free(36:36) - Druski Explains How Drake Completely Changed His Life(40:23) - Kendrick Lamar Breaks Another Touring Record With ‘Grand National' Tour(43:26) - New Music(43:54) - Album Sales(45:04) - Billboard Hot 100

Very Important Links!Support the show on Patreon! - Other ways to support the show!Join our Discord! - Buy some merch!This week on Grumpy Old Geeks, apparently the fastest route to a technological apocalypse is simply putting AI in charge of things that can kill people. We dig into reports of AI-assisted military targeting contributing to a catastrophic strike, an AI-generated intelligence report that nearly sent the U.S. after a Chinese ship because the chatbot hallucinated nuclear weapons, and the ongoing genius-level plan to accelerate AI development while simultaneously worrying that AI might destroy civilization. Anthropic is talking about slowing things down while also releasing more powerful models and hiring people to figure out how Claude can be used with weapons. Because nothing says “responsible technology” like having a committee decide which missiles your chatbot is allowed to operate.Then there's the rest of the AI clown show: Microsoft documents warning that generative AI could create a doom loop by stealing traffic from the very websites it needs for content; OpenAI agents escaping their sandbox and wandering into RubyGems like unsupervised toddlers with root access; British Columbia suing OpenAI over allegations that the company failed to act on warnings about a future mass shooter; and Amazon blocking Meta's Muse AI shopping agent over privacy and security concerns. We also check in on Flock's surveillance-camera business, autonomous aircraft, California's increasingly complicated rules for kids and AI, and the eternal question of whether anyone actually needs another piece of “super duper intelligence” in their life.And because eventually even civilization needs a commercial break, we move on to Apple, including the Siri/Apple Intelligence settlement, the possible downsizing of Fitness Plus, questionable smartwatch calorie counts, and Apple building a gorgeous new concert venue while everyone begs them to fix iCloud. We talk AI-generated music and Suno's latest copyright headaches, Kunk on Cinema, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Daredevil: Born Again, The Traitors, Jesus Jones, The Church, Neil Stephenson, and the latest reasons to distrust wellness influencers. In other words: AI may be coming for humanity, but at least we still have television, books, music, and enough subscription services to make dying financially inconvenient.Sponsors:DeleteMe - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use promo code GOG at checkout.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/764Watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/JV9U-p1kTu4SHOW NOTESIt Turns Out the US Military Really Did Use AI to Blow Up a School Full of Iranian ChildrenUS Military Nearly Started World War III After AI Chatbot Hallucinated Nuclear Weapons Aboard a Chinese ShipNow Trump says he's creating an AI ForceTrump Says He's Changing Artificial Intelligence to 'Super Intelligence' on Government Documents‘Doom Loop': OpenAI and Microsoft Admits LLMs Are Destroying the Web and Built on TheftHow Scared Should We Be of A.I. Right Now?OpenAI faces lawsuit from British Columbia over Tumbler Ridge shootingFlock reportedly tries to shrink workforce with employee buyoutsAmazon Brings Down the Hammer on Meta's Muse AI AgentJoby Aviation completed a fully autonomous flight from California to North CarolinaYou can now claim your payout from Apple's $250 million Siri settlementSmartphone AI SettlementApple Fitness+ team hit by layoffs, as ‘major changes' reportedly loomThe higher your body fat percentage, the less accurate your smartwatch is at measuring calories you burn when exercising – new studyApple opens a dedicated concert venue with spatial audio and multi-cam video recordingSony Music and UMG say Suno's new models still violates their copyrightImagine Philomena Cunk Talking to Michael BayStar Trek: Strange New Worlds Episode ListStar Trek: Strange New Worlds - S4.E9 Once La'An a TimeNeagley Season 1‘Daredevil: Born Again' Won't Continue After Season 3Disney+ and Hulu just increased prices, here's how muchJesus Jones - TwilightThe Church - WesternD: Heavy Water – A Gripping Historical Espionage Thriller Set on the Eve of World War II (Bomb Light Book 2) by Neal StephensonHe's a Controversial Titan of “Wellness.” I Read All 540 Pages of His New Book. 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Time: ~11 min. Here are the talk segments from this week's radio show! You can CLICK HERE to listen to the entire hour radio show with music. This week- UMG just sued DistroKid for allegedly allowing AI generated music to flood streaming platforms, Suno launched its new V6 models using licensed music. And then got sued again anyway. Spotify just launched a program to actively support 10,000 emerging independent artists per year, the industry is taking a new swing at fake streams, and a UK company just raised $20 million to bring hyper-realistic digital avatars of living and deceased artists to concert stages.  LINKS: WVAO Athol https://www.aotv13.org/wvao/ SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER!  http://eepurl.com/i77C9U Get your merch! https://scenemomsays.threadless.com/ Join the exclusive group on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/965285292398533  UMG sues DistroKid over AI music distribution https://www.reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/umg-sues-distrokid-allegedly-distributing-ai-slop-music-2026-09-15 Spotify's new program for emerging artists https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/996505/spotify-fresh-finds-forward Suno launches V6 with Warner, BMG https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/suno-v6-ai-music-models-launch-in-partnership-with-wmg-bmg-and-believe/ UMG also suing Suno (along with Sony) https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/universal-and-sony-sue-suno-for-a-second-time-claiming-platforms-v6-models-are-the-fruit-of-the-same-poisoned-tree/ How "superfans" are changing the concert industry https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2026/sep/21/superfans-driving-concert-industry Would you go see a digital avatar at a concert venue? https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/sep/20/uk-startup-15m-investment-concerts-digital-versions-musicians MUSIC PLAYLIST https://spinitron.com/WVAO/show/312072/Scene-Mom-Says Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com Submit Your Music: https://forms.gle/e4vEx2iM8vQaedhg7 All Things Dani https://linktr.ee/dcutleraz  

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-"Biological misuse" is just one flavor of troubling AI usage the report documents, but it's of growing importance because newer models like Fable 5 are increasingly good at helping with scientific research. -Chatbot makers will be required to implement mental health resources, safety protocols in case a minor discusses self harm and notifications for parents if a child turns off safety settings. -The deal with UMG is the first that ElevenLabs has cut with a major label, and the new platform will be distinct from its ElevenMusic AI music generation software. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eye of the Tiger, All I want for Christmas en tienduizenden andere liedjes zouden wat Sony Music, Warner Music en 33 andere platenmaatschappijen betreft illegaal door Anthropic gebruikt zijn om AI-model Claude te trainen. Anthropic is daarom aangeklaagd door de partijen, die tot 150 duizend dollar per gestolen liedje eisen. Verder hoor je over de 'nieuwe' naam van Lake Ontario in Google Maps. Niels Kooloos vertelt erover in deze Tech Update. Sony Music en Warner Music stillen dat Anthropic achter 'een van de grootste en meest schaamteloze diefstallen van auteursrechtelijk beschermd werk in de geschiedenis zit'. Gezien de grote hoeveelheid liedjes zou Anthropic een miljardenbedrag moeten betalen. In een reactie aan verschillende media laat Anthropic weten dat het bedrijf het oneens is met de aanklacht en zich flink zal verdedigen in de rechtbank. Anthropic werd eerder ook al aangeklaagd door Universal Music Group (UMG). Daardoor is de AI-ontwikkelaar nu verwikkeld in rechtszaken met de hele muziekindustrie. Sony Music, Warner Music en UMG staan namelijk bekend als 'de grote drie' en vertegenwoordigen zo'n 84 procent van de muziekindustrie. Lake Ontario heet nu Lake America in Google MapsWie op Google Maps zoekt naar Lake Ontario ziet dat er nu Lake America tussen haakjes achter staat. De Amerikaanse president Donald Trump tekende afgelopen donderdag een decreet om de naam van het meer, waar de grens tussen de VS en Canada dwars doorheen loopt, te veranderen. Net zoals afgelopen jaar, toen Trump de naam van de Golf van Mexico veranderde, heeft Google de naamswijziging van Lake Ontario overgenomen. Daarbij wijst het bedrijf naar de Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) van de Amerikaanse federale overheid. Daarin staan onder andere alle officiële namen van plaatsen in de VS en sinds Trumps decreet staat Lake Ontario vermeld als Lake America. Amerikanen zien alleen nog de naam Lake America op Google Maps, Canadezen zien nog altijd Lake Ontario en de rest van de wereld ziet dus Lake Ontario met Lake America erachter tussen haakjes. Platenmaatschappijen klagen Anthropic aan Google wijzigt naam van Lake Ontario naar Lake America ‘Golf van Amerika’ of niet? Europese oliesector verdeeld over Trumps decreet Over de maker:Niels Kooloos is dagelijks op BNR Nieuwsradio te horen over het laatste technieuws in de Tech Update. Hij interesseert zich vooral in cybercriminaliteit, privacy, social media en (computer)hardware. Hier en daar kan je Niels ook in All in the Game horen, waar hij graag vertelt over zijn favoriete games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 316 This week, your hosts Jay Gilbert & Mike Etchart break down these important music industry stories:   •  Spotify's Playlist Editors Now Explain Their Picks To Listeners, And Get Their Own Public Profiles •  OP-ED: Blue Dot Fever Isn't a Ticket Sales Problem. It's a Good Old Fashioned American Greed Problem •  Robert Kyncl Justifies Suno Deal, as UMG and Sony Press on with Lawsuit: 'In My Opinion, You Embrace It.' •  5 Things To Know About Suno's BMG Licensing Deal - Download Caps, Watermarks, and More   Plus an audio drop with Kristin Robinson from Billboard on the challenges of labeling AI generated music.                                                  Subscribe to the newsletter! YourMorning.Coffee

In dieser Folge sprechen Oliver und Dominique über Product Backlog Priorisierung in einer Zeit, in der Aufwand als Bremse mehr und mehr als Kriterium verschwindet. Wenn KI Agenten Features nahezu ohne Realisierungsaufwand bauen, verliert das klassische Rechenspiel aus Wert geteilt durch Aufwand seine Grundlage. Genau diese Verschiebung nehmen die beiden zum Anlass, gängige Priorisierungsmethoden neu zu hinterfragen und erklären, was sich dabei in der Welt der Product Owner verändert. Viele bekannte Priorisierungsformeln setzen Aufwand in den Nenner. Das gilt für den klassischen Vergleich von Wert und Aufwand genauso wie für Ansätze wie Weighted Shortest Job First (WSJF). Überall steckt die Annahme drin, dass Entwicklungszeit eine knappe Ressource bleibt. Sinkt der Aufwand durch KI gestützte Entwicklung Richtung Null, verlieren diese Formeln ihre Rechengrundlage. Product Backlog Priorisierung braucht dann andere Kriterien, denn eine Reihenfolge bleibt trotzdem nötig. Selbst mit vielen parallelen Agents entstehen Abhängigkeiten zwischen Ergebnissen, die eine Sortierung weiterhin erzwingen. Ohne Aufwand als Korrektiv droht das Product Backlog zur reinen To do Liste einer reinen Product Delivery zu werden. Alles, was sich schnell umsetzen lässt, wird dann einfach abgearbeitet. Matt LeMay beschreibt in seinem Buch "[Impact-first Product Teams](https://mattlemay.com/books)" genau diese Gefahr der sog. "Death Spiral". Viele kleine, wirkungsarme Dinge machen ein Produkt am Ende schwerer wartbar und schwerer weiterentwickelbar. Wer sich nur auf kleine, billig gebaute Dinge konzentriert, ohne vorher zu klären, ob sie überhaupt Wert erzeugen, verliert genau diese Fähigkeit. Die eigentliche Frage lautet nicht, was sich bauen lässt, sondern was es wert ist, gebaut zu werden. Als Ersatz für Aufwand bringt Oliver einen Artikel von Jeff Gothelf ins Gespräch. Der Titel lautet [How to prioritize your backlog when effort is no longer the constraint](https://jeffgothelf.com/blog/how-to-prioritize-your-backlog-when-effort-is-no-longer-the-constraint/). Gothelf schlägt zwei Kriterien vor, die in bestehenden Priorisierungsformeln einfach die Spalte für Aufwand ersetzen können. Das erste Kriterium ist der Lernwert, also wie viel Erkenntnis die Umsetzung eines Backlog Items über Nutzerinnen, Markt oder Technik bringt. Das zweite Kriterium ist die Umkehrbarkeit, angelehnt an Jeff Bezos bekannte Unterscheidung zwischen leicht rückgängig zu machenden und kaum revidierbaren Entscheidungen. Aus beiden Achsen entsteht eine Matrix mit vier Feldern, die ganz unterschiedliche Umgänge mit Backlog Einträgen nahelegt. Hoher Lernwert und leichte Umkehrbarkeit markieren den Bereich, in dem sich schnelles, KI gestütztes Bauen besonders lohnt. Hier reicht es, zu bauen, zu messen und bei Bedarf wieder zurückzudrehen. Hoher Lernwert bei schwerer Umkehrbarkeit verlangt dagegen mehr Vorsicht. Oliver und Dominique sprechen über kleinere Spikes, Prototypen oder Fake Door Tests. Diese liefern genau den hohen Lernwert und lassen sich trotzdem leicht wieder zurücknehmen. Niedriger Lernwert kombiniert mit schwerer Umkehrbarkeit gilt beiden als das heikelste Feld überhaupt. Bleibt der Lernwert niedrig und die Entscheidung leicht umkehrbar, lohnt sich meist ein schneller Versuch ohne großen Abstimmungsaufwand. Gerade weil Bauen so günstig wird, gibt es die Gefahr von unreflektierten, teuren Entscheidungen. Wie schmerzhaft eine Umkehrung tatsächlich ausfällt, lässt sich selten allein am Schreibtisch beurteilen. Diese Einschätzung gelingt nur im Gespräch mit denjenigen, die Architektur und technische Realisierung im Detail kennen. Politische oder hierarchische Diskussionen um laute Stimmen und große Budgets lösen die beiden Kriterien ohnehin nicht auf. Sie verschieben aber den Fokus dieser Gespräche weg vom Aufwand hin zu Lernwert und Rückabwicklungsfähigkeit. Genau das verändert nach Einschätzung der beiden auch den Ton solcher Diskussionen.

De zomermaanden zijn doorgaans geen beste maanden voor de beurs en juli was daar geen uitzondering op. Maar het cijferseizoen is inmiddels grotendeels voorbij en dat zorgde voor een prima herstel in de eerste helft van augustus. "Dat herstel wordt breed gedragen", is de conclusie van Richard de Jong (Van Lieshout & Partners). "Amerika, Europa, Japan, allemaal prima en dat geldt voor zowel large cap als mid cap aandelen. Alleen China en India blijven achter." De MSCI Worldindex is in de afgelopen drie jaar met 75 procent gestegen, een fenomenaal percentage. Dat heeft weer alles te maken met de voortreffelijke winstcijfers. Wilbert Aarts (Bond Capital Partners) voegt eraan toe dat de fear and greed index behoorlijk is hersteld de afgelopen weken. "De koersen volgen de winsten, en die zijn gewoon goed. Daar doen geopolitieke ontwikkelingen weinig aan af op dit moment." Met de banken gaat het al een hele tijd goed, de rentemarge is uitstekend. Dat is ook terug te zien in de cijfers van ABN Amro, die ronduit uitstekend waren. Deze week steeg het aandeel 'slechts' 4 procent, maar sinds begin dit jaar is de koers al bijna 40 procent gestegen. Beide experts zijn dan ook zeer te spreken over de prestaties van de grootbank. Verder in deze aflevering onder andere aandacht voor Adyen, Fastned, Cisco en CoreWeave. Natuurlijk behandelen we ook de luisteraarsvragen (over Berkshire Hathaway en UMG) en geven de experts hun tips. Voor Wilbert is dat deze keer een parel in de AEX, Richard tipt een ETF met de ISIN-code IE000KYX7IP4. Geniet van de podcast! Let op: alleen het eerste deel is vrij te beluisteren. Wil je de hele podcast (luisteraarsvragen en tips) horen, wordt dan Premium lid van BeursTalk. Dat kost slechts 9,95 per maand, 99 euro voor een heel jaar. Abonneren kan hier! VanEck ETF’s (advertorial) Deze week is ook weer het tweewekelijks gesprek te beluisteren met Martijn Rozemuller, ceo van VanEckETF’s, de partner van BeursTalk. In deze aflevering praat ik met Martijn over de VanEck Morningstar Developed Markets Dividend Leaders UCITS ETF, die onlangs het 10-jarig jubileum vierde.Het gaat hier om een ETF die in die 10 jaar ieder jaar dividend wist uit te keren. Dat is een prestatie van jewelste, wetende dat er op geopolitiek gebied veel is gebeurd en dat de coronacrisis ook in die periode valt! Het zal je niet verbazen dat er alleen multinationals in zitten die een uitstekend trackrecord hebben als het gaat om dividendrendement. Maar hoe goed zijn die rendementen dan? Drie maanden geleden, de datum van het jubileum, stond het totaalrendement (herbelegd) al op 223 procent. Dat komt neer op 12,5% jaar-op-jaar! Een geannualiseerd rendement van twee cijfers over een decennium is ongebruikelijk voor welke aandelenstrategie dan ook. Een groot voordeel is dat de ETF een fiscale beleggingsinstelling is, Martijn legt je haarfijn uit wat dat betekent voor je belastingaangifte. Geniet van de podcast! De gepresenteerde informatie door VanEck Asset Management B.V. en de aan haar verbonden en gelieerde bedrijven (samen "VanEck") is enkel bedoeld voor informatie en advertentie doeleinden aan Nederlandse beleggers die Nederlands belastingplichtig zijn en vormt geen juridisch, fiscaal of beleggingsadvies. VanEck Asset Management B.V. is een UCITS-beheerder. Loop geen onnodig risico. Lees de Essentiële Beleggersinformatie of het Essentiële-informatiedocument. Meer informatie? https://www.vaneck.com/nl/nl/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apple heeft een erg goed kwartaal achter de rug. De omzet steeg flink, naar meer 109 miljard dollar. Dat is beter dan waarop was gerekend. Het waren vooral de iPhones die het ‘m deden. De helft van de omzet komt van de telefoons. En ook de winst (net geen 30 miljard) zag er perfect uit. Al met al mooie cijfers voor afzwaaiend topman Tim Cook. Alleen wordt zijn laatste optreden overschaduwd door een pijnlijke waarschuwing. Hij verwacht namelijk dat de chiptekorten de omzet én winst gaan raken. Deze aflevering hebben we het over die tegenvaller. Beleggers reageren heftig op het nieuws, wij zoeken uit of die reactie terecht is. Beter gaat het bij Amazon. Dat aandeel schiet omhoog. Beleggers reageren helemaal happy op de resultaten én de investeringsplannen van de techreus. Ook Amazon blijft als een malle geld in AI investeren. 220 miljard dollar dit jaar, weer 20 miljard dan eerder begroot. Alleen afgelopen kwartaal gaf het al 53 miljard uit aan nieuwe datacenters. Hebben we het ook over Universal Music Group. Dat opende ook de boeken, maar daar werd dan weer extreem somber op gereageerd. In korte tijd ging er meer dan 20 procent van de beurswaarde door het putje. Verder deze aflevering: Kan ASML de Chinese copycat's aan? ING wordt een soort van Netflix Tesla wil Chinese divisie afstoten, voor fusie SpaceX Te gast: Jos Versteeg van InsingerGilissen BNR Beurs is een journalistiek onafhankelijke productie, mede mogelijk gemaakt door Saxo. Over de makers: Jelle Maasbach is presentator van BNR Beurs en freelance financieel journalist. Zijn favoriete aandeel om over te praten is Disney, maar daar lijkt hij de enige in te zijn. Sinds de eerste uitzending van BNR Beurs is 'ie er bij. Maxim van Mil is presentator van BNR Beurs en journalist bij BNR, waar hij zich focust op de financiële markten en ontwikkelingen in de tech-wereld. Je krijgt hem het meest enthousiast als hij kan praten over ASML, of oer-Hollandse bedrijven zoals Ahold of ABN Amro. Jorik Simonides is presentator van BNR Beurs, economieredacteur en verslaggever bij BNR. Hij wordt er vooral blij van als het een keer níet over AI gaat. Je hoort hem ook in de BNR-podcast Moerdijk: dorp van de rekening. Milou Brand is presentator van BNR Beurs, freelance podcastmaker en columnist bij het Financieele Dagblad. Jochem Visser is presentator van BNR Beurs, maakt Beursnerd XL en is redacteur bij de podcast Onder Curatoren. Vraag hem naar obscure zaken op financiële markten en hij vertelt je waarom het eigenlijk nóg leuker is dan je al dacht. Over de podcast: Met BNR Beurs ga je altijd voorbereid de nieuwe beursdag in. We praten je in een kleine 25 minuten bij over alle laatste ontwikkelingen op de handelsvloer. We blijven niet alleen bij de AEX of Wall Street, maar vertellen je ook waar nog meer kansen liggen. En we houden het niet bij de cijfers, maar zoeken ook iedere dag voor je naar duiding van scherpe gasten en experts. Of je nu een ervaren belegger bent of net begint met je eerste stappen op de beurs, de podcast biedt waardevolle inzichten voor je beleggingsstrategie. Door de focus op zowel de korte termijn als de lange termijn, helpt BNR Beurs luisteraars om de ruis van de markt te scheiden van de essentie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VLOG July 17 Netflix wants $500K attorneys' fees from Rinsch https://www.patreon.com/MatthewRussellLee/posts/nexflix-and-fees-164049210 JR Writer sues UMG, unsealing docketed in LA. Bushwick rug theft solved. Eric Adams' Herbert gets ex-SDNY. Enova AG hypocrisy. World Cup final, @RafaelMGrossi sock puppet

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ Join Analytic Dreamz on THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT Episode 161: "THE NEW HIP-HOP BIG 3: DRAKE, AUBREY, AND THE KID FROM DEGRASSI."In this episode, Analytic Dreamz dives deep into the evolving Hip-Hop landscape, dissecting the New Big 3 conversation spotlighting Drake's dominance, his complex legacy as Aubrey, and cultural references tying back to his Degrassi roots. We break down the latest Drake vs UMG drama, including updates on the dismissed defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" and its ongoing implications. Music Spotlight: We cover the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Chris Brown developments, and Drake's continued influence in the industry.Gaming & Industry News: PlayStation's major $765M impairment loss from Bungie amid a 41.6% drop in operating income, GTA 6's official release date confirmation from Take-Two's earnings call, and PlayStation Plus price increases for new subscribers starting May 20. Plus, hands-on discussions of must-play titles: Lego Batman, Forza Horizon, Subnautica, 007 First Light, Subway Surfers, and the Yoshi book game.Analytic Dreamz delivers raw analysis, unfiltered takes, and the latest intersections of music, gaming, and pop culture. Tune in for insightful breakdowns that keep you ahead of the curve. Subscribe, rate, and share! New content drops daily. Main Topic: The New Hip-Hop Big 3 – Drake, Aubrey, and The Kid from DegrassiMusic Spotlight: Michael Jackson Movie updates, Chris Brown news, and Drake's current impactGaming Industry News:PlayStation records $765M impairment loss from Bungie + 41.6% drop in Q4 operating incomeGTA 6 official release date confirmed in Take-Two earnings callPlayStation Plus price increase for new subscribers starting May 20Games Discussed: Lego Batman, Forza Horizon, Subnautica, 007 First Light, Subway Surfers, Yoshi bookDrama Deep Dive: Drake vs UMG latest developmentsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 307   This week, your hosts Jay Gilbert & Mike Etchart break down these important music industry stories:   •  The Music Industry Is Closing In On A Billion Global Subscribers—with Spotify Out In Front •  No Fakes Act, Bill Meant To Curb Unauthorized Digital Replicas, Clears Senate Judiciary Committee •  Warner and UMG are Quietly Asking Artists for Their Stems •  Four Music Datasets Holding Millions Of Tracks Are Being Shared Among AI Developers   Subscribe to the newsletter! : YourMorning.Coffee

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT Episode 161: "THE NEW HIP-HOP BIG 3: DRAKE, AUBREY, AND THE KID FROM DEGRASSI."In this episode, Analytic Dreamz dives deep into the evolving Hip-Hop landscape, dissecting the New Big 3 conversation spotlighting Drake's dominance, his complex legacy as Aubrey, and cultural references tying back to his Degrassi roots. We break down the latest Drake vs UMG drama, including updates on the dismissed defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" and its ongoing implications.Music Spotlight: We cover the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Chris Brown developments, and Drake's continued influence in the industry.Gaming & Industry News: PlayStation's major $765M impairment loss from Bungie amid a 41.6% drop in operating income, GTA 6's official release date confirmation from Take-Two's earnings call, and PlayStation Plus price increases for new subscribers starting May 20.Plus, hands-on discussions of must-play titles: Lego Batman, Forza Horizon, Subnautica, 007 First Light, Subway Surfers, and the Yoshi book game.Analytic Dreamz delivers raw analysis, unfiltered takes, and the latest intersections of music, gaming, and pop culture. Tune in for insightful breakdowns that keep you ahead of the curve. Subscribe, rate, and share! New content drops daily.Main Topic: The New Hip-Hop Big 3 – Drake, Aubrey, and The Kid from DegrassiMusic Spotlight: Michael Jackson Movie updates, Chris Brown news, and Drake's current impactGaming Industry News:PlayStation records $765M impairment loss from Bungie + 41.6% drop in Q4 operating incomeGTA 6 official release date confirmed in Take-Two earnings callPlayStation Plus price increase for new subscribers starting May 20Games Discussed: Lego Batman, Forza Horizon, Subnautica, 007 First Light, Subway Surfers, Yoshi bookDrama Deep Dive: Drake vs UMG latest developmentsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT Episode 161: "THE NEW HIP-HOP BIG 3: DRAKE, AUBREY, AND THE KID FROM DEGRASSI."In this episode, Analytic Dreamz dives deep into the evolving Hip-Hop landscape, dissecting the New Big 3 conversation spotlighting Drake's dominance, his complex legacy as Aubrey, and cultural references tying back to his Degrassi roots. We break down the latest Drake vs UMG drama, including updates on the dismissed defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" and its ongoing implications.Music Spotlight: We cover the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Chris Brown developments, and Drake's continued influence in the industry.Gaming & Industry News: PlayStation's major $765M impairment loss from Bungie amid a 41.6% drop in operating income, GTA 6's official release date confirmation from Take-Two's earnings call, and PlayStation Plus price increases for new subscribers starting May 20.Plus, hands-on discussions of must-play titles: Lego Batman, Forza Horizon, Subnautica, 007 First Light, Subway Surfers, and the Yoshi book game.Analytic Dreamz delivers raw analysis, unfiltered takes, and the latest intersections of music, gaming, and pop culture. Tune in for insightful breakdowns that keep you ahead of the curve. Subscribe, rate, and share! New content drops daily.Main Topic: The New Hip-Hop Big 3 – Drake, Aubrey, and The Kid from DegrassiMusic Spotlight: Michael Jackson Movie updates, Chris Brown news, and Drake's current impactGaming Industry News:PlayStation records $765M impairment loss from Bungie + 41.6% drop in Q4 operating incomeGTA 6 official release date confirmed in Take-Two earnings callPlayStation Plus price increase for new subscribers starting May 20Games Discussed: Lego Batman, Forza Horizon, Subnautica, 007 First Light, Subway Surfers, Yoshi bookDrama Deep Dive: Drake vs UMG latest developmentsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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The Martin Garrix Show #613Mix 11. R3HAB, Izzy Bizu - If I Could Stop Time… [UMG]2. Max Styler, Greggio - Oldskool Flavor [NU MODA]3. Jazzy x Chris Lorenzo - Invisible [CHAOS]4. Catta - La Isla 5. SONNIY - RED LINE [STMPD RCRDS]6. Nico de Andrea, Austin Millz, Public Enemy - Bring The Noise 2026 [UMG]7. Jaden Bojsen – ERICA [GOTTA MOVE]8. Bella Backe - Voodoo Jelly [CLUB SWEAT]9. BRANDON - My Body Talks [TRACE AMOUNTS]Mix 210. Jan Blomqvist feat. Elena Pitoulis - More (Zerb Remix) [DISCONNECTED]11. Robin Schulz x Marten Hørger - Arizona [WARNER]12. Sevek, Lady Bee, Viking – Corazon [ARMADA]13. KREAM - Where Are You Tonight (VIP Mix) [LIQUID LAB]14. Shimza x AR/CO x Kasango - Fire Fire (Gil Glaze Private Mix) 15. Justé, Jaxstyle, Jon - Turn The Lights Off (AFROJACK Remix) [SPINNIN]16. Julian Jordan - In My System [STMPD RCRDS]17. Alesso x OneRepublic - In Your Eyes [UMG]A weekly selection of tracks that I love to listen to at home or play out at a party. New episodes uploaded weeklySend us a message

TSMC, de grootste chipmaker van de wereld, komt met een wrange boodschap. Het chiptekort houdt nog lang aan. Volgens de ceo van TSMC kan het nog wel jaren duren voor het bedrijf aan de vraag kan voldoen. Dát nieuws en wat tegenvallende cijfers trekken allerlei techbedrijven omlaag. Broadcomm (dat een hogere groei verwacht dan Nvidia) wordt zelfs genadeloos afgedankt door beleggers. Komt er een correctie aan? We zoeken het deze aflevering uit. Komt Kevin Warsh ook voorbij. De man die dankzij president Trump de baas is geworden van de Fed, de Amerikaanse centrale bank. Die gaat diezelfde Trump flink teleurstellen, want hij gaat de rente niet verlagen. Dat blijkt uit het beige book. Hoor je ook wat er nog van AEX-bedrijf Universal Music Group terecht moet komen, nu grootaandeelhouder Bill Ackman eruit stapt. Hij wilde het overnemen, maar UMG wees het bod af. Waarna Ackman er dus maar helemaal mee kapt. Hoor je ook nog over: De overnameplannen van ING Waarom de ceo van ABN Amro AI inzet voor moeilijke vragen Hakenkruizen in fabrieken van Tesla Te gast: Jean-Paul van Oudheusden van eToro en Markets Are Everywhere BNR Beurs is een journalistiek onafhankelijke productie, mede mogelijk gemaakt door Saxo. Over de makers: Jelle Maasbach is presentator van BNR Beurs en freelance financieel journalist. Zijn favoriete aandeel om over te praten is Disney, maar daar lijkt hij de enige in te zijn. Sinds de eerste uitzending van BNR Beurs is 'ie er bij. Maxim van Mil is presentator van BNR Beurs en journalist bij BNR, waar hij zich focust op de financiële markten en ontwikkelingen in de tech-wereld. Je krijgt hem het meest enthousiast als hij kan praten over ASML, of oer-Hollandse bedrijven zoals Ahold of ABN Amro. Jorik Simonides is presentator van BNR Beurs, economieredacteur en verslaggever bij BNR. Hij wordt er vooral blij van als het een keer níet over AI gaat. Je hoort hem ook in de BNR-podcast Moerdijk: dorp van de rekening. Milou Brand is presentator van BNR Beurs, freelance podcastmaker en columnist bij het Financieele Dagblad. Jochem Visser is presentator van BNR Beurs, maakt Beursnerd XL en is redacteur bij de podcast Onder Curatoren. Vraag hem naar obscure zaken op financiële markten en hij vertelt je waarom het eigenlijk nóg leuker is dan je al dacht. Over de podcast: Met BNR Beurs ga je altijd voorbereid de nieuwe beursdag in. We praten je in een kleine 25 minuten bij over alle laatste ontwikkelingen op de handelsvloer. We blijven niet alleen bij de AEX of Wall Street, maar vertellen je ook waar nog meer kansen liggen. En we houden het niet bij de cijfers, maar zoeken ook iedere dag voor je naar duiding van scherpe gasten en experts. Of je nu een ervaren belegger bent of net begint met je eerste stappen op de beurs, de podcast biedt waardevolle inzichten voor je beleggingsstrategie. Door de focus op zowel de korte termijn als de lange termijn, helpt BNR Beurs luisteraars om de ruis van de markt te scheiden van de essentie. Van Musk tot Microsoft en van Ahold tot ASML. Wij vertellen je wat beleggers bezighoudt, wie de markten in beweging zet en wat dat betekent voor jouw beleggingsportefeuilleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember when the best music recommendation you ever got didn't come from Spotify's algorithm, but from your coworker, your cousin, or a stranger in another country who loves the same obscure band you thought only you knew about? Eric West is the founder of Music League, a competitive music discovery platform with nearly 200,000 monthly active users across 160 countries. Players compete in themed rounds, submitting songs and voting on each other's picks, which means people actually listen rather than just passing along a link and forgetting about it. The result is something the streaming era largely eroded: real music discovery driven by real people whose opinions you have a reason to care about. This week on the podcast, Eric talks with our head of new business Jade Prieboy about how a music taste game accidentally became a community-building tool for workplaces and families, what the daily-to-monthly active user ratio reveals about how people actually engage with the platform, and what phase two looks like when artists get direct access to fans who have already been repping them inside the game for months. If you work in music tech, artist development, or fan engagement, this one reframes how discovery and community can work in the streaming era. The news The "quiet money" behind $4 billion music catalog deals Bollore urges UMG to reject Ackman's $64 billion bid Qobuz Is Suddenly One of the Fastest-Growing Streaming Music Platforms. But Why, You Ask? Why Spotify (SPOT) Is Up 19.0% After New AI Remix Deal And 2030 Targets The Active Listening Era of Music Begins Can you own a voice? Taylor Swift's latest legal move raises big questions for AI and copyright Swedish startup Tonada is making AI music for retailers   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!  Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Click here to join Sync Producer Hub Episode recap: the community celebrates multiple sync wins and placements—TV shows, international broadcasts, and streaming hits—while members share milestone progress and encouragement. The show breaks down Spotify and UMG's new generative AI remix licensing deal, discusses implications for covers, royalties, and publisher briefs, and answers listener questions about clearance and sync strategy. Plus a practical gear and workflow segment covering MPC Live 3, Logic Pro for iPad, microphones, Bluetooth MIDI, and tips for producing on the go.

Happy Memorial Day! It was a slow news weekend, so the crew catches up about the Knicks’ Game 3 win in Cleveland, and their weekend plans that were ruined by the rain. DJ Hed is under fire for editing disses out of Drake’s “2 Hard 4 The Radio”, Spotify and UMG announce their new AI features coming soon, and Ray J gets knocked out in his MMA debut. Jim Jones calls out Cam’ron for a Versuz battle, and a listener calls out Mal for questioning JID and J.Cole’s relationship. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-forever Bask and Lather use code RORYANDMAL for 20% off:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: On Episode 420, Roderick & Cari break down one of the wildest Drake runs in recent memory as ICEMAN debuts with 460K first week, while HABIBTI and MAID OF HONOUR continue stacking huge numbers behind it. The guys also talk Don Toliver's OCTANE officially crossing 1 million units and becoming the first hip-hop album of 2026 to hit platinum status. In music mentions, the conversation shifts to 6lack's Love Is The New Gangsta and Wiz Khalifa & MGK linking back up for Blog Era Boyz.   For news, Roderick & Cari react to reports of Wiz Khalifa landing on Romania's wanted list, JID calling out the BET Awards after being snubbed from nominations, and Earth, Wind & Fire getting the documentary treatment with a new HBO Max release. The guys also discuss the controversial new partnership between UMG & Spotify that could allow fans to create AI remixes and covers using official artist vocals. Plus: NBA Playoff talk and the shocking report surrounding Kyle Busch's passing at age 41. Tap in — new episode out now

Jump in with Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta on episode 288 of Jumpers Jump. This episode we discuss: Drake iceman album theories, Billboard froze with Drake's songs, Drake 3 album theory, Drake Michael Jackson record label problems, Drake's UMG deal, Iceman album cover theory, Drake lyrics with double meanings, Drake dissing Kendrick on album, Bill gates mosquitos theory, American food vs EU food, Disney cruise rabbit hole, Hantavirus cruise theory, Ticks make you allergic to meat, Obsession movie theories, One wish willow, Obsession alarm clock hidden detail, D4VD confession on stream, Fey spirit urban legend, Danger of love spells, Nba is rigged theory, Dylan harper not allowed back into the game, NFL script found, Ronda rousey fixed fight, Chess is a rigged sport, Japanese sidewalk invention, Eating while walking on the streets of Japan, Panda's don't exist, Cruise ships death theory, Sharks eyes theory, Tiktok detectives, Talking positive thoughts to everything, healing dementia and much more! Follow the podcast: @JumpersPodcast Follow Carlos: @CarlosJuico Follow Gavin: @GavinRutaa Check out the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/JumpersJumpYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz breaks down Drake's surprise triple-album drop on May 15, 2026, with ICEMAN, Maid of Honour, and Habibti simultaneously released to fulfill his Universal Music Group contract obligations. In this segment, Analytic Dreamz examines the projected first-week numbers: ICEMAN aiming for 480k–520k units, Maid of Honour 115k–135k, and Habibti 110k–130k, for a combined total of roughly 705k–785k units. We analyze the potential historic Billboard 200 achievement of occupying #1, #2, and #3 simultaneously under modern chart rules, and how this compares to past milestones by Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar.Analytic Dreamz also explores the business side: Drake's transition after completing the UMG deal while the label retains his valuable catalog, plus reports on his ongoing struggle to sell his $75 million Beverly Hills mansion amid rising mortgage rates and a cooling luxury market.Join Analytic Dreamz for a full breakdown of Drake's strategic dominance in the streaming era and what it means for his next chapter.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠⁠⁠ Analytic Dreamz breaks down Drake's surprise triple-album drop on May 15, 2026, with ICEMAN, Maid of Honour, and Habibti simultaneously released to fulfill his Universal Music Group contract obligations. In this segment, Analytic Dreamz examines the projected first-week numbers: ICEMAN aiming for 480k–520k units, Maid of Honour 115k–135k, and Habibti 110k–130k, for a combined total of roughly 705k–785k units. We analyze the potential historic Billboard 200 achievement of occupying #1, #2, and #3 simultaneously under modern chart rules, and how this compares to past milestones by Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar.Analytic Dreamz also explores the business side: Drake's transition after completing the UMG deal while the label retains his valuable catalog, plus reports on his ongoing struggle to sell his $75 million Beverly Hills mansion amid rising mortgage rates and a cooling luxury market.Join Analytic Dreamz for a full breakdown of Drake's strategic dominance in the streaming era and what it means for his next chapter.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep 163This week on The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down the Drake Spotify controversy after the platform corrected its original streaming record announcement and sparked new conversations about bots, streaming manipulation, and UMG.Cole also reacts to JID's deleted tweets about the BET Awards and his comments about J. Cole while asking a bigger question about respect, status, and how the industry values hip hop artists.

Drake dropped THREE albums in one weekend — Iceman, Maid of Honour, and Habibti — reportedly to get out of his UMG deal, and we're reviewing all three! Is Drake back or are the albums mid? We're keeping it honest — no tribalism allowed.Then the NBA Conference Finals are HERE and we can't sleep on these games. Victor Wembanyama just put up 41 points, 24 rebounds in 49 minutes in a double-OT Game 1 WIN over OKC — making history as the youngest player ever with 40+ pts and 20+ reb in a playoff game. How great can Wemby be? Can the New York Knicks win the NBA Title? The Knicks took Game 1 over the Cavs in OT — is this finally their year?Plus — Mike B. checks in on his Chicago White Sox, Bang reviews a Netflix series, and we close it out with Hot Takes you're not ready for.

Send us Fan MailThe crew is heated, and rightfully so. Coach E and the fellas break down one of the most gut-wrenching losses in recent Cavaliers playoff history — Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks. Cleveland jumped out to a 22-point lead, dominated the paint 10-for-14 in the third quarter, and somehow found a way to lose. The tape doesn't lie, and neither does this panel.Coach E, Taboo Timmons, Zen, and Rick go play-by-play on what went wrong — from Kenny Atkinson's questionable timeout management, to James Harden going ice cold (5-for-16, 6 turnovers), to Donovan Mitchell disappearing down the stretch. The debate gets real: is this the most embarrassing loss in Cavaliers history? And who on this roster can match Jalen Brunson in a close game when it counts?Then the conversation shifts west — OKC vs. San Antonio is heating up, and the guys weigh in on whether Wembanyama and the young Spurs have enough gas in the tank to knock off the defending champs.And because it's Game for All Seasons, they don't stop at hoops. The crew debates Drake's new album Iceman, J. Cole's legacy, and the UMG streaming war that could shake up the music industry.Coach E closes it out with his Postgame Word — and this week, it's all about planting seeds.This isn't just a podcast…It's a GAME FOR ALL SEASONS.

It was a cold, cold day in the podcasting studio. The team unexpectedly came together on the day 'ICEMAN,' 'HABIBTI,' and 'MAID OF HONOUR' were released, but trust, they'll have fuller thoughts in the ensuing weeks. First, we began with Will sharing his experience seeing 'Obsession,' how you have to be careful what you wish for, and Armon's new interest in horror films (02:05). Next, in the Lunch Break, the crew discusses the concept of love bombing, relentlessly pursuing a love interest, monogamy, and more. (08:30) Ask2Bees makes its grand return to provide our insight on a listener dealing with an unfaithful partner who pays all the bills and a man who wants to try and break out of the friend zone with a longtime lady pal (24:43). Lastly, the main event. We discuss Drake's ICEMAN Episode 4, the three albums, favorite songs, his reunion with Future, what these albums mean for his career, his standing with UMG, and what could be next for him, if there should be anything at all. (36:36) Stay Busy with Armon Sadler https://www.instagram.com/staybusypod/ https://twitter.com/staybusypod https://www.tiktok.com/@staybusypod Armon https://www.instagram.com/armonsadler/ https://twitter.com/armonsadler Will Foster https://www.instagram.com/wxllxxm/ https://x.com/WxLLxxM Miss2Bees https://www.instagram.com/miss2bees/ https://x.com/miss2bees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz examines the escalating tensions between Drake and UMG amid their ongoing legal battle. Following Drake's defamation suit over Kendrick Lamar's “Not Like Us” promotion — which was largely dismissed — UMG and Republic have intensified copyright enforcement on Drake's new ICEMAN rollout, issuing DMCA strikes and takedowns on fan and social media clips.Analytic Dreamz breaks down why labels aggressively protect clips, the context of the feud including Drake's direct references to UMG on his album, and whether the crackdown reflects standard industry practice or heightened post-beef vigilance. The segment also addresses unverified rumors of a $2B private equity deal for Drake to bypass traditional labels, separating fact from social media speculation.Get the full timeline of Drake's deal history: from early Cash Money/Young Money ownership of masters, the 2018–2022 transition, the reported $400M UMG mega-deal, to his current free agent status after fulfilling obligations. Analytic Dreamz delivers clear analysis on ownership, licensing structures, revenue splits, and what this means for Drake's future independence.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Club Ambition Podcast Episode 242 livestream covering Drake ICEMAN week!TIMESTAMPSWELCOME BACK CAP CREW TO ICEMAN WEEK 0:00Drake album review, and ranking 5:30Better than GNX? 25:43Drake drops 2 more albums, Habibti, Maid of Honour 29:25Drake album disses breakdown 36:50Album projections numbers 1:06:30Is Drake independent, lawsuit talk UMG taking down songs 1:15:00DRAKE TOUR? 1:30:00Rick Ross dissing Drake, Biggs Jay Z 1:32:35Shout out to Washington Post interview Gene Park 1:38:30Chris Brown vs haters 1:39:14AP Swatch viral 1:42:20GTA 6 talk 1:43:30local Rhode Island news 1:45:58https://linktr.ee/clubambitionUNCUT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/ClubAmbitionDISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/M8Kmha8UqvMERCH: https://clubambition.shopListen To Podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/clubambitionWatch Spanish Podcast El Po K: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqOENhDvdQ0&list=PLNukP3hLjNb_ITL34h3Gjue3z9KWiF-px Watch CAP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4YVeSYZi28&list=PLNukP3hLjNb_zwvsdwqTOGvgBb-_Ym2mL&pp=gAQBiAQBFOLLOW US!Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/clubambitionpodcast/Owner/Host/Editor | Victor SOUND: https://www.instagram.com/itsavibe/CAP Co-Host / Producer | Marloon: https://www.instagram.com/imfromthe401/CAP Co-Host | Noel: https://www.instagram.com/noelfrias_/CAP Co-Host | Earlyn: https://www.instagram.com/complex.mindset/El Po K Host | Maestro Vitiko: https://www.instagram.com/vitiko_baez_el_po_k?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==El Po K Co-Host | Locotron: https://www.instagram.com/iambenjaminrd?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Graphic Designer | Edwin: https://www.instagram.com/edrebels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clubambition/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClubAmbition__/-----------------------------------------------------------Want to promote your music or hire us for marketing?Email us if interested in business! - ClubAmbition401@gmail.com-------------------------------------------------------------RIP: Nipsey, Mac, XXXtentacion, Juice, Pop, Von, DMX, Virgil, Dolph, Takeoff, RHQ, CLARK KENT---------------------------------------------------------------------COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS

In this episode of the Faces of the Future Podcast Millz and Rocket are back. This week they react to Drake's new ICEMAN release and what this means for the music industry moving forward. They discuss what happens next now that Drake is out of his UMG deal and give their thoughts on if he delivered. Next they react to popular streamer Chud The Builder getting arrested for attempted murder and if it's justified, Conor McGregor and the UFC announce his return to the octagon, plus more.Support the show

Drake just shocked the music industry by dropping a massive 43-track triple-album surprise: Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour. While the latter two projects lean into R&B and dance lanes, it's the rap-heavy Iceman that has the internet on fire. In this episode, we unpack Drake's aggressive return to the mic and analyze the shots he fired at an unexpected list of targets—including Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, DJ Khaled, and even NBA icon LeBron James with a viral bar about switching teams.We also break down the major industry theory taking over social media: Is Drake using this 43-song triple drop as a strategic chess move to fulfill his high-value Universal Music Group (UMG) contract requirements in record time? We're diving deep into the lyrics, the industry politics, and what this means for the landscape of hip-hop.Inside this episode, we break down:A track-by-track breakdown of the disses on Iceman.The exact bars targeting LeBron James, Jay-Z, and DJ Khaled's neutrality.The contract theory: Did Drake just complete his UMG obligation overnight?How Habibti and Maid of Honour fit into this massive 43-song rollout.Make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review so you never miss an episode!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chaos-culture-radio--3078307/support.Follow Chaos Culture Radio for real conversations that move culture forward.New episodes every week.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Ep 162This week on The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down the theory that Drake's 3-album drop might have had nothing to do with music quality and everything to do with business.Cole dives into the UMG lawsuit, the reaction culture around “mid” album reviews, and why so many streamers and podcasters may be missing the bigger picture behind Iceman, Hibibti, and Maid of Honor.Timestamps(0:32) Drake wants his independence(3:36) The theory behind 3 albums(7:05) Drake's crazy work rate(9:50) Drake's not the first(12:09) $2 Billion dollar deal?(13:16) Final Thoughts(14:31) Cole's Corner: Rory & Mal v Rick Ross

After an explosive public feud with Kendrick Lamar, Drake is back with a triple-solo album release. The three albums - Iceman, Habibti and Maid of Honour - contain a blend of music genres across 43 different songs. The albums have sparked a mixed reaction from fans and critics, but they have already helped Drake become the most streamed Spotify artist of 2026. BBC Newsbeat's Peter Gillibrand explains why Drake decided to publish so much music all at once and discusses how it reflects on and reignites Drake's beef with Kendrick Lamar. He also touches on Drake's reputation, his lawsuit against his record label UMG, and the hype around Iceman.Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Hannah Gelbart Producers: William Lee Adams and Benita Barden Editor: Verity Wilde

[Full Episode] The squad attempts an intervention for Brenda after her mom pulled up to a literal dog funeral to tell her children and grandchildren they are all "dead" to her in favor of a 70-year-old retired Marine. Between the maternal drama, the crew breaks down whether Drake's surprise triple-album drop was a genius "petty" move to fulfill his label obligations and finally "move out" of the UMG house. [Edited by @iamdyre

The Petty Police are investigating if Drake's surprise triple-album drop was a strategic play to fulfill his UMG obligations and finally move out of the "major label house."

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠ Analytic Dreamz breaks down Drake's most ambitious and mysterious album rollout to date with ICEMAN, set for release on May 15, 2026. Nearly 952 days since For All the Dogs, this project arrives amid the fallout from the 2024 Kendrick Lamar battle, ongoing UMG tensions, and Drake's most experimental marketing campaign yet. From narrative livestreams “Blue,” “Green,” and “Red” to the Toronto Ice Fortress stunt, cryptic symbolism, Pinocchio imagery, and interactive fan experiences, this segment examines the high-concept strategy, hidden clues, and cultural stakes. Analytic Dreamz analyzes potential Kendrick responses, rumored features including Young Thug, Central Cee, and more, producer questions around 40 and Octavian, and whether the music will match the elaborate world-building. With industry pressure mounting, this ICEMAN discussion explores Drake's path to reclaiming momentum in hip-hop.  Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Is “Artists vs. AI” the wrong way to think about music's future? At HumanX, I hosted a conversation with Splice CEO Kakul Srivastava and Universal Music Group's Michael Nash on how AI can become a creative force multiplier for artists, not a replacement. We discussed why music's supply problem existed long before generative AI, how artists are using new tools to reduce production friction, and why authentic connection still matters more than infinite output. The conversation also breaks down Splice and UMG's partnership to build AI-powered music creation tools with artist control, copyright respect, and more. CHAPTERS 01:24 Artists vs. AI 04:27 Splice Tools 06:14 UMG x Splice 08:04 Ethical AI 12:42 Artist Control 14:31 Better Music 17:07 Five-Year Vision TRAPITAL Where technology shapes culture. New episodes and memos every week. Sign up here for free.

What happens to music when everyone is only listening to what they made themselves?  In this episode, Jade Prieboy sits down with Adam Neely, composer, bassist, and YouTuber educator with over 1.8 million subscribers. They go deeper than the usual AI debate, exploring what we actually lose when music stops being something we share.  Adam draws a clear line between stem separation tools he genuinely uses and commercial generative AI platforms like Suno and Udio, explaining why lumping them together under the AI label distorts how people understand the technology. He also shares why he is cautiously optimistic about attribution models and how AI-generated lyrics reveal the limits of what machines can feel.  The conversation turns philosophical when Adam introduces the idea of solipsistic listening, the tendency to only love music you personally generated while tuning everything else out. He then offers practical advice for musicians trying to build community and makes the case for why constructive critique from a real listen might be the most valuable thing a musician can receive  If AI is changing what music is for, Adam Neely is one of the people asking whether we actually want to go there     The news UMG's Michael Nash takes aim at 'false narrative of artist replacement' by AI – and 3 other things we learned from his HumanX panel with Splice's CEO Streaming platforms give us access to new music, so why are fewer people listening to it? Jury Finds Live Nation Acts as a Monopoly in a Victory for States Warner makes strategic investment in TuStreams – a distribution platform focused on Latin music Latin Music generated over $1 billion in US wholesale recorded music revenues in 2025, up 4.2% YoY   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter

Wolfpack is back. And we've been thinking a lot about the housing crisis in America. It feels like this topic has been damning for every administration... And now hedge funds are interested in the music industry? Bill Ackman wants to buy UMG... What could that mean for the artists and the future of the craft?

Matt is joined by Bloomberg's Lucas Shaw to discuss the business behind Justin Bieber's Coachella performance, Ye's successful mini comeback in Los Angeles, and Bill Ackman's $64B bid to buy UMG (02:29). Matt finishes the show with a prediction about Hollywood's letter opposing the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger (22:40). Host: Matt Belloni Guest: Lucas Shaw  Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Matt Pevic Theme Song: Devon Renaldo This episode is brought to you by AMC+. Start your free trial today at join.amcplus.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's Market Maker Podcast, we break down Bill Ackman's high-stakes bid for Universal Music Group, the entertainment giant behind global superstars like Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Kendrick Lamar. With the takeover offer estimated at $64.3bn, we unpack the M&A strategy underpinning the deal and why Pershing Square believes a US relisting could unlock significant value.From listing arbitrage to capital structure optimisation, we explore how shifting UMG's listing from Europe to the US could drive a meaningful valuation re-rating. We dive into the mechanics of the transaction, including free float dynamics, liquidity constraints, and why Ackman has strategically reduced his own stake to help enable the relisting.We also compare this approach to other major listing migrations and examine how differences in market structure, investor base, and risk appetite can materially impact pricing. To round things out, we briefly touch on the evolving industry backdrop, including the rise of AI-generated music and what it could mean for the long-term positioning of music rights businesses.A focused episode on modern dealmaking strategy and how financial engineering and market structure can be powerful levers for value creation.(00:00) Intel Deal Breakdown(05:36) Energy & AI Deals(06:40) $64B UMG Bid(07:38) Listing Arbitrage Explained(10:25) Ackman's Strategy(15:06) Free Float & Liquidity(17:33) Music Industry & AI*****Subscribe to the daily Market Maker newsletter

What happens when a beat-selling side hustle accidentally becomes a social media phenomenon?  In this episode, music producer and content creator Hunna G  (@hunnagbeats) joins Dmitri to talk about building "Take a Seat, Rap on the Beat," a series now sitting at over 150 million views and more than a million followers.  Hunna G covers the origin story, the most memorable guests (like 2 Chainz and MGK to name a few), what the music creator economy actually looks like, and how independent artists and producers can build a brand online.     The news OpenAI Is Shutting Down Sora, Its A.I. Video Generator WMG to buy Revelator in wake of UMG's Downtown Music acquisition https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/soundcloud-launches-superfan-feature-that-lets-artists-release-music-exclusively-to-followers-before-wider-release/ Rapper BigXThaPlug Sent Fans on a Scavenger Hunt — Here's What Happened. Instagram sets out its stall as a 'music superfandom' platform The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!  Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.

Investors have poured more money into music than ever before. Music as an asset class if hotter than ever,. But the public markets have discounted the value of music companies: UMG stock is currently trading near its all-time low WMG trades at a discount on its earnings relative to UMG RSVR is going through a takeover attempt Several publicly traded music companies have been taken off the public markets This is a huge disparity, and it was time to explain why. In this solo episode, I break down this paradox. We will also connect the dots to real estate, the post-2021 repricing, and why more take-private attempts may be ahead. CHAPTERS 00:10 Private vs Public Money in Music 07:26 Similarities in Music 08:19 2021 Reset 15:10 WMG and UMG 24:02 What's Ahead SPONSORS Chartmetric: Listen in for our Stat of the Week Linktree: Share music, sell merch, and connect with fans on one simple link. Linktree is the #1 link in bio tool that musicians and artists use to connect fans to everything they do. TRAPITAL Where technology shapes culture. New episodes and memos every week. Sign up here for free.

In this episode, we're talkin' hip hop, but not just any hip hop - we're celebrating 30 years of Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt. The guys discuss the impact of this classic album and where it stands in the rap game. They also dive into the recent news about UMG and Even, a direct-to-consumer platform, and how it's affecting independent artists. Plus, they're reviewing some old school albums, including The Roots' Things Fall Apart and Eminem's Slim Shady EP. And, they're giving their thoughts on the new album Spiral Staircases from Larry June and Alchemist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mal is fasting, Rory is …not. The guys share how they had a guest spot on Math Hoffa’s podcast that led to an interesting conversation about Jadakiss and Drake’s catalog. We discuss new music dropping today, and also how LaRussell is becoming the internet’s villain. UMG and Even’s partnership has artists and fans alike speculating, so we clear up some confusion. We also discuss DaBaby’s attempted comeback, Cam Newton becoming the new Kevin Samuels, + more! All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-foreverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.