MY FUTURE AS AN AMATEUR FOOTBALL CLUB COACH BY NUNO SURAIVA, FOUNDER, SCL-LUSITANIAN LABEL GROUP
Nuno Saraiva has had a 30 year career in the music industry as an artist, songwriter, music publisher, record label, consultant, music exporter and project manager. He is founder of the SCL-Lusitanian Label Group in Portugal, and also a board member of IMPALA; ex-board member of EMEE; a publisher member of IMPF; Executive Director of independent music trade body AMAEI Portugal; and President of AEMI, the Portuguese independent music publishers’ association, He is a strong believer in independent music, diversity and equality, as well as conducting business in an open and fair fashion, he employs a humanist approach to music and to business and does not like greedy people, selfish people or bullies.
APAC UNITED IN MUSIC: STREGTHENING BRIDGES IN SOUTH KOREA AND CHINA
WIN travelled to Seoul and Shanghai from October 19-25 for a week of activities bringing together independent music leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region. Through panels, meetings, presentations, and networking events, the trip strengthened ties between local businesses and regional associations, highlighting the collaborative spirit driving WIN’s APAC Alliance.
IMPALA WARNS OF RISKS TO CULTURAL DIVERSITY POSED BY UMG/DOWNTOWN DEAL
A crucial element in reviewing mergers in the music sector is what’s at stake for the ecosystem and cultural diversity. A new paper published by IMPALA predicts that the proposed UMG/Downtown acquisition carries significant risks for both the quantity and diversity of independent releases.
IMPALA’S FIFTH EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION REPORT:REAFFIRMINGCOMMITMENT TO A MORE INCLUSIVE MUSIC INDUSTRY
IMPALA has released its fifth Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Report, providing insights into its ongoing efforts in this area. Published on the anniversary of the organisation’s EDI Charter, the report is the result of work by IMPALA’s taskforce, which for the past year was co-chaired by Eva Karman Reinhold and Ben Wynter, and supported by advisor Keith Harris OBE.
EUROPE’S NEXT BIG SOUNDS: 15 NOMINEES REVEALED FOR THE MUSIC MOVES EUROPE AWARDS 2026
The highly anticipated Music Moves Europe Awards 2026 are excited to unveil the 15 outstanding artists nominated for this year’s awards. Representing the most exciting and innovative talent from across Europe, these artists are ready to make their mark on the international stage, showcasing fresh sounds and bold creativity.
BEATBREAD LAUNCHES $100 MILLION GLOBAL INDEPENDENCE FUND IN ASSOCIATION WITH LEADING INDEPENDENT MUSIC ORGANIZATIONS
beatBread, a leader in funding for independent labels and musicians, has announced the launch of the Global Independence Fund (GIF), a new $100 million fund designed to provide independent labels and distributors with flexible financial support.
IMPALA’S STRATEGIC PRIMER #9 (BANDCAMP) NOW OUT
IMPALA’s Strategic Primers’ project with Music Ally is all about maximising streaming opportunities for independents. Our Primer #9 on BandCamp is now out.
INDEPENDENT MUSIC COMMUNITY PUBLISHES “100 VOICES” ON WHY UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP’S ACQUISITION OF DOWNTOWN MUSIC HOLDINGS SHOULD BE BLOCKED
Independent music leaders today published 100 Voices, a campaign with a clear message – Universal Music Group’s proposed acquisition of Downtown Music Holdings should be blocked.
MERLIN AND SPOTIFY EXTEND MULTI-YEAR GLOBAL LICENSING PARTNERSHIP
Spotify and Merlin, the digital music licensing partner for the world’s leading independents, today announced the renewal of their global, multi-year licensing partnership. This agreement reinforces the vital role of independent music on Spotify and provides Merlin members continued access to a platform that reaches fans worldwide.
IMPALA LAUNCHES PILOT FOR ANEW TOOLKIT TO PROMOTE EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE INDEPENDENT MUSIC SECTOR
IMPALA today launches the pilot version of its new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Toolkit, developed with support from its EU network grant. The toolkit combines a self-assessment tool, a training platform and IMPALA’s EDI survey into one integrated framework designed specifically for the independent music sector.