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Last update: 2 hours agoDrake’s Brand-Heavy Triple Release: A.R.I. says it backed October’s Very Own (OVO) with a senior loan and later led convertible financing after Drake dropped Iceman, Maid of Honour, and Habibti—fueling major streaming milestones and renewed spotlight on celebrity-led lifestyle brands. Streaming Scrutiny: Texas AG Ken Paxton is pushing “payola” rules into streaming, issuing demands to Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music over undisclosed paid influence in playlists and recommendations. Music Education Under Pressure: The American Musicological Society and partners warn the Department of Education’s STATS rule could cut federal aid for music programs. Local Live Music Momentum: Arroyo Secodelic returns to Highland Park with 65 bands, while NYC’s Education Through Music gala raised record funds for NYC public schools. Pop Culture & Touring: Olivia Rodrigo teases “The Cure,” and the Jonas Brothers launch their own “Hey Jonas!” podcast with iHeart.
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