Music industry

Despite its size and young population, India is often left out when major international music artists tour. But there are hopes that investment in better venues and transportation, and tax cuts for cheap tickets, will attract stars and music fans alike.

In her book, the country songwriter looks back on her career and the Black artists that shaped the genre, from DeFord Bailey to Beyoncé.

The video platform and the music company couldn't agree on terms for renewing their contract. Some of the fallout will hit video creators.

Two singer-songwriters convinced David Brancaccio embrace seasonal tunes.

It's more than just the fact that Taylor Swift had a massive year.

It looks like live music shows are generating more revenue than before the pandemic. But the number of shows has fallen.

Hip-hop artists are some of today’s most prominent entrepreneurs. They have fashion lines, alcohol brands and endorsement deals. But, in the beginning, the genre’s musical talent had to find their own way to break into the industry.

Sarah King, an independent musician, is currently on tour. But the steps getting to this moment have been challenging.

The genre is celebrated across the world and has permeated many facets of American society, creating wealth in the process.

By changing his name to a symbol, Prince changed how musicians negotiate with record labels.