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Spotify is preparing to launch a new, more expensive subscription plan—internally called 'Supremium.' The the new tier will feature high-fidelity audio—matching Apple's Lossless streaming. News 

Spotify May Introduce High-Quality ‘Supremium’ Subscription To Rival Apple Music

Adriana Marais, ,

Spotify, which is a highly favored music streaming application along with Apple Music, is known for its user-friendly interface and convenient playlist discovery. However, it has yet to provide a comparable Lossless audio streaming feature like Apple. Nevertheless, this may soon change. According to Bloomberg, Spotify is preparing to launch a new, more expensive subscription plan, internally dubbed “Supremium,” and that the new tier will feature high-quality audio that “will bring in more revenue and appease investors who have said the company should raise its prices.” The new tier is…

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It may also expand audiobook access in the Premium tier. News 

Spotify Appears to be Preparing to Introduce a High-Fidelity Audio Subscription Plan

Sanjay Patil, ,

Speculations regarding a Spotify HiFi tier have been circulating since 2017, and the company had previously declared its intention to introduce this feature in 2021, only to retract the statement the following year. However, as per Bloomberg, the company is now possibly prepared to unveil a premium plan (internally referred to as “Supremium”) that would offer high-fidelity audio and be its priciest tier. The goal would be to increase income and meet the demands of investors to raise their prices. Spotify reportedly delayed the rollout of the plan in 2021…

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You'll be able to watch the likes of Foo Fighters, Odesza and Paramore. News 

Hulu to Broadcast Bonnaroo Music Festival for Third Consecutive Year

Febin Mathew,

This weekend, Bonnaroo is happening and, just like the previous two years, you have the option to enjoy the festival from the convenience of your own home via Hulu. Until Sunday, Hulu is providing two live music channels that are being broadcasted from Manchester, Tennessee. You can access the streams by visiting the Hulu homepage or by searching for “Bonnaroo.” This year’s headliners are Kendrick Lamar, Odesza and Foo Fighters. There are many other notable names on the bill including Three 6 Mafia, Jenny Lewis, Tyler Childers, Sheryl Crow, My…

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The Beatles are gearing up for the release of their last record, which has been created with the help of Artificial intelligence (AI). (REUTERS) AI 

Citigroup Highlights AI Potential for Music with Beatles Track

Febin Mathew

Citigroup Inc. analysts suggest that the creation of a new Beatles track through the use of artificial intelligence demonstrates that technology can offer opportunities, rather than just risks, for companies such as Universal Music Group NV. Singer Paul McCartney told the BBC this week that artificial intelligence had been used to “extract” John Lennon’s voice from an old demo so he could finish the “definitive” Beatles song. The development suggests that record companies may mine historical master recordings for new content, analyst Thomas A Singlehurst wrote in a note to…

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The bi-timbral analog-hybrid instrument costs $4,200. News 

Super Gemini Synthesizer: A 20-Voice Beast Ideal for Crafting Unique Sounds

Adriana Marais, ,

Pricing and availability details for the Super Gemini synthesizer from British instrument maker, Unidentified Dancing Objects (UDO), have been revealed. The device was first previewed at Superbooth 2023 and boasts impressive features such as a bi-timbral analog hybrid sound engine, dual-layer polyphony, and 20 voices. With the ability to play 20 notes simultaneously and combine sounds to create ten “super” voices, the Super Gemini offers a range of unique sound design options for both left and right stereo channels. If you think this is a great option for comprehensive sound…

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Twitter drives user engagement with "countless infringing copies of musical compositions," the lawsuit said News 

Music Publishers File $250 Million Lawsuit Against Twitter for Copyright Infringement

Jim Hendler, ,

On Wednesday, a group of 17 music publishers filed a lawsuit against Twitter in federal court in Nashville, Tennessee, alleging that the company facilitated numerous copyright infringements by permitting users to upload music without obtaining a license. Twitter encourages users to engage with “countless infringing copies of musical compositions,” according to the suit. Members of the National Music Publishing Association, including Sony Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management and Universal Music Publishing Group, are seeking more than $250 million in damages for nearly 1,700 alleged copyright infringements. The lawsuit says the…

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Beatles’ last track will include John Lennon’s vocals from an old demo. (REUTERS) AI 

AI Technology Produces Last Beatles Album Featuring John Lennon’s Voice

Jim Hendler, , ,

Although artificial intelligence (AI) has gained worldwide popularity, concerns have been raised about its negative effects by influential figures like Elon Musk and Eric Schmidt. Surprisingly, AI has also made its way into the music industry, with tools being used to replicate the voices of famous rappers like Eminem and Ice Cube, which has been criticized as “demonic” by the latter. However, this time, AI is being utilized in a unique way as The Beatles are using it to produce their final album. Beatles member Paul McCartney told Radio 4…

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The iconic synth manufacturer had remained independent for 70 years. News 

inMusic Acquires Moog, Adding to Akai and Alesis Brands

Jim Hendler, ,

Moog, the renowned producer of synthesizers, has been purchased by inMusic, a massive conglomerate that has also acquired other well-known brands such as Alesis, Akai, and M-Audio. Moog’s president, Joe Richardson, has stated that the acquisition may assist the company in overcoming “persistent obstacles,” including concerns about global distribution supply chains. To that end, chip shortages and various supply chain issues have plagued the company since the start of Covid, leading to steep price hikes for some of its flagship instruments, as Synth Anatomy and others initially reported. Moog has…

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You'll be able to post a 30-second song clip alongside a caption. News 

Instagram Enhances Notes Feature with Music and Translation

Jim Hendler, , ,

Meta appears to be developing a comprehensive Twitter substitute that integrates with Instagram. However, for the time being, Instagram’s Notes feature is receiving an enhancement that includes music and translation capabilities. Since December, the feature has allowed users to share short status updates, including text and emoji, on their profiles. Friends and Followers will see these mini-broadcasts in their inbox. Adding music to your notes helps you express yourself, says Meta. You can include a 30-second clip of the song and a caption. You might think of this as a…

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The track was given to Paul McCartney by Lennon's widow Yoko Ono in 1994. (AP) AI 

Paul McCartney Utilizes AI to Release Final Beatles Album

Febin Mathew, , ,

During an interview with the BBC on Tuesday, Paul McCartney revealed that an AI-assisted “last Beatles album” is set to be released later this year. “It was a demo that John (Lennon) had that we were working on and we just finished it,” said McCartney, who turns 81 next week. The Beatles – Lennon, McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr – broke up in 1970 and each pursued solo careers, but they never reunited. Lennon was shot in New York in 1980 at the age of 40, and Harrison died…

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It transforms tunes much like Midjourney and ChatGPT change images and text. AI 

Meta’s MusicGen AI Generates Song Genre Mashups Using Text Input

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According to The Decoder, Meta’s Audiocraft research team has launched MusicGen, an open source deep learning language model that can create fresh music by using text prompts and can also be synchronized with an existing song. Similar to ChatGPT for audio, users can specify the music style they desire, add an existing melody (if desired), and click “Generate.” After a considerable amount of time (approximately 160 seconds), MusicGen produces a brief, original music piece based on the user’s text prompts and melody. Facebook’s Hugging Face AI demo lets you describe…

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The library now includes more than 6,000 songs you can practice with. News 

Ubisoft’s Guitar-Learning App Rocksmith+ to Launch on iOS and Android June 9th

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This week, Ubisoft is launching its guitar-teaching app, Rocksmith+, on mobile devices. The app will be accessible on iOS and Android from June 9th, which is nine months after its release on PC. Although the company had announced the mobile app’s arrival last fall, there is still no update on when the Xbox and PlayStation versions will be released. Rocksmith+ is designed to help people play electric, acoustic or bass guitar. Features include real-time feedback detection and feedback and coaching tools. The library now has over 6,000 titles, with more…

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The users may also find this feature already enabled on their devices. News 

YouTube Music allows you to automatically download recently played songs on Android

Febin Mathew, , ,

YouTube, the popular online video sharing and social media platform owned by Google, is reportedly working on a major new update. According to a new report, the YouTube Music app will soon allow auto-downloading of recently played songs on Android. According to 9to5Google, the new “recently played songs” toggle can be found under Settings > Downloads & Storage for those with a Premium subscription. The new update allows users to download up to 200 recently played songs. Users may also find this feature already available. According to the report, they…

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Spotify was supposed to launch its lossless audio tier much before Apple and Amazon but the wait goes on. News 

Is Spotify going to launch a Hi-Fi service? Here’s what the Company says

Febin Mathew,

Spotify continues to grow as a platform in the music streaming segment, with millions already paying for its service. But the company has yet to deliver on its promise to launch a Hi-Fi version of its streaming tier, which was supposed to be available long before Apple and Amazon entered the space. Several company delays and radio silence on the matter suggested to many that Spotify has given up on launching the Hi-Fi service, but this week the company has shared a positive update with its subscribers. Spotify’s co-CEO Gustav…

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Spotify is making it easier to access podcasts, audiobooks and more. News 

Your Spotify feed will soon have a TikTok-like swiping avatar: All the details

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Spotify is ready to look different on your phone screen in the coming days, and the user interface will be stylized like TikTok. Vertical videos have become the preferred choice of most smartphone users and recent trends suggest that everyone wants a piece of the vertical era. For a music streaming app, vertical feeds don’t make sense, but when you look at the evolution of user interfaces across platforms, Spotify was always going to fall in line with user demands. The swiping generation has become addicted to these platforms, and…

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