Artists & Songwriters
The artists, songwriters, producers and creative careers at the heart of Music City.
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A Songwriter Fights Back: Supreme Court Decision Shakes the Music Publishing Industry.
A U.S. Supreme Court decision has left intact a significant ruling allowing songwriter Cyril Vetter to reclaim worldwide copyright interests in a 1960s hit. The outcome raises important questions about music publishing agreements, songwriter termination rights, international licensing and the future of music ownership.
Being Heard Is Getting Harder: The New Reality Facing Artists
Artists are navigating unprecedented competition for attention as streaming volume grows, AI enters the music ecosystem and fans face more choices than ever. The challenge is shifting from simply reaching listeners to creating relationships that last.
AI Music Is Entering Its Licensing Era. What Does That Mean for Songwriters?
Music’s AI debate is moving from lawsuits toward licensing agreements, creating new questions about consent, control and compensation for artists and songwriters.
Inside Nashville’s Writing Rooms: The Songwriter Is Still at the Center of Music City
As Nashville's music business grows and technology reshapes the industry, the city's writing rooms remain at the center of it all. New publishing deals, songwriter programs and industry initiatives show why the song and the people who write it still matter.
The Craft of the Song
Behind Every Great Song Is a Process Most Listeners Never See