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For May Day, United Musicians and Allied Workers shares wins, goals
Today is May Day, the original date for Labor Day, or a pagan date to drive away evil spirits. Actually — why not both? For today’s International Workers’ Day, United Musicians and Allied Workers (UMAW) is sharing some optimism, as it takes on justice for musicians in the era of streaming and AI.
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Chappell Roan used the Grammys to call out industry, demand a living wage
Chappell Roan didn’t just win a Grammy: she used that stage as a platform to call out industry abuse and demand a living wage for artists. And she did it in an enormous hat. There is a call to action for just this kind of change inside the USA – one that’s relevant advocacy worldwide.
Sudan, with millions at risk: music and listening after one year of war
After an unimaginable year of violence and chaos, with tens of thousands killed and millions displaced and in danger of starvation, now is the time to keep talking about Sudan. Here’s some music and listening in the hopes of demanding action.
Peter Kirn - April 15, 2024
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Aslice, system to compensate producers, added its first performing rights org
Peter Kirn - July 27, 2023
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Bandcamp workers won their union – and it could be a sign of things to come
Peter Kirn - May 24, 2023
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Beirut 20/21 presents a music production scene in its own image, with Khyam Allami
Peter Kirn - July 2, 2021
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