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AIM’s ‘Future Independents’ conference to return for second year
Future Independents, the Association of Independent Music (AIM)’s digital conference empowering DIY artists, labels, managers and entrepreneurs, is set to return on Wednesday 8th June.
KPOP.FLEX To Stream World’s Biggest K-Pop Artists Directly to Fans at Home
Europe’s largest ever K-pop festival, KPOP.FLEX, is set to stream directly to fans' homes across the globe on May 29.
FUGA joins forces with Swedish label, YEAR0001 and makes significant first hire in Nordic region
Downtown-owned FUGA, the world’s leading full-service B2B distributor, today announces a global distribution and marketing services deal with independent Stockholm-based label and creative studio, YEAR0001; who count acclaimed post-punk band, Viagra Boys and pioneering Swedish rapper, Yung Lean, as part of its esteemed roster.
Proper Music Distribution Receives Queen’s Award for Enterprise
Part of the Utopia Music family, Proper Music Group’s distribution arm, Proper Music Distribution (PMD), has been awarded the UK’s most prestigious business award, The Queen’s Award for Enterprise.
FUGA opens Berlin office, expands service offering in GSA region among new signings
Downtown-owned FUGA, the world’s leading full-service B2B distributor, is opening a new office in Berlin following an extensive period of growth in the GSA region, including a 30% increase in clients in the last year. Based in Kreuzberg, FUGA’s Berlin office will serve as the GSA regional hub.
51st Festival Unveils New Home & First Names For House Music Extravaganza
Dennis Ferrer, India (Live), Crazy P Soundsystem, Paul Woolford, Nadia Rose (Live), Kenny Dope and more among first announced
AIM Awards Returns As Live Roundhouse Ceremony With New Categories
The AIM Independent Music Awards, the most anticipated night in independent music, is back on Wednesday 28th September, returning as an in-person event at London’s iconic Roundhouse
AIM hires Esta Rae as Senior Events Manager
The UK’s Association of Independent Music (AIM) has appointed Esta Rae as its new Senior Events Manager to drive vision and strategy across its programme of events, conferences and the AIM Independent Music Awards.
Europe’s Live Performance Sector Calls on EU for Tougher Regulations for Online Marketplaces
Over 130 representatives from across Europe’s live performance sector have signed an open letter calling for the European Union to introduce tougher laws to combat online ticket scalping.