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• Innovative Music Licensing Frameworks Will Be Key To UGC-Powered Music Expansion
  
  Considering the rise of platforms like TikTok, it is apparent that creation and consumption of user-generated content (UGC) has made its mark on the music industry.
  Forbes.  Thursday, 12 Nov 2020.
• Billie Eilish, Jennifer Lopez join 2020 American Music Awards performance lineup
  
  BTS, Dua Lipa, Bad Bunny, Jhay Cortez, Lil Baby and Megan Thee Stallion will also take the stage to perform.
  ABC News.  Thursday, 12 Nov 2020.
• Dierks Bentley's hair at CMA Awards leads to viewers comparing him to 'Walking Dead' character Rick Grimes
  
  Fans went wild over Dierks Bentley's hair at the CMA Music Awards on Wednesday night, leading a majority of viewers to liken his appearance to 'Walking Dead' character Rick Grimes.
  Fox News.  Thursday, 12 Nov 2020.
• CMA winners, nominations 2020: See the full list of from the Country Music Association Awards
  
  Check out the full winners list of the 54th Annual CMA Awards!
  ABC News.  Thursday, 12 Nov 2020.
• CMA Awards 2020: Complete winners list
  
  The 2020 Country Music Association Awards honor the year's biggest moments in country music.
  Fox News.  Thursday, 12 Nov 2020.
• Influential NYC music producer DJ Spinbad dead at 46 as Mark Ronson and industry pals pay tribute
  
  Mark Ronson was one of several industry friends to remember the iconic remixer: 'RIP @djspinbad. A true NY legend. Such a good guy, supporter of great music and technical master. Too soon'
  Daily Mail.  Thursday, 12 Nov 2020.
• Beyonce, Peloton strike multiyear content partnership, sending exercise cycle-maker's shares higher
  
  Peloton announced a multiyear partnership with singer-songwriter Beyonce, to produce exclusive content with her music for exercise sessions.
  CNBC.  Tuesday, 10 Nov 2020.
• This would be the new version of the Nokia N95, a phone that never hit the market
  
  The N95 update featured a music player, television, and internet access, totally groundbreaking advancements for 2007.
  Entrepreneur.  Tuesday, 10 Nov 2020.
• Machine learning and Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize the world of art and creativity
  
  Runway is a Chilean startup that developed an Artificial Intelligence platform that is already used in the United States to create audiovisual, musical and art productions.
  Entrepreneur.  Tuesday, 10 Nov 2020.
• Edible Adds Music Gifting, Launches Holiday Partnership With Leslie Odom Jr.
  
  Edible, home of signature fruit arrangements and other treats, is launching the Edible Music platform and is kicking it off via a promotion with Leslie Odom Jr.
  Forbes.  Monday, 9 Nov 2020.
• K-pop stars BTS triumph at MTV Europe Music Awards
  
  K-pop band BTS has taken four of the big prizes at the MTV Europe Music Awards.
  Sky News.  Sunday, 8 Nov 2020.
• This is a new civil war: IAN BIRRELL hears from a Donald Trump supporter in Joe Biden's home state
  
  The mood outside the Philadelphia counting centre was ebullient, with balloons, banners and music blasting out and scores of young people dancing in the street.
  Daily Mail.  Sunday, 8 Nov 2020.
• Man fined after 60 turn up to party at Manchester flat
  
  Police say they found people were not distancing and music was being played from large speakers.
  BBC News.  Saturday, 7 Nov 2020.
• Jesy Nelson out of Little Mix: The Search final
  
  The singer is unwell and also won't be appearing at Sunday evening's MTV Europe Music Awards.
  BBC News.  Saturday, 7 Nov 2020.
• Is Spotify considering a subscription-based podcast service?
  
  Spotify is possibly considering launching a subscription-based podcast service that does not include access to its premium music subscription.For a monthly
  Pocket Lint.  Saturday, 7 Nov 2020.

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