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2026
AFM launches “Human Made, Human Paid” campaign
The American Federation of Musicians launched the “Human Made, Human Paid” public advocacy campaign, seeking to persuade major record labels to protect instrumentalists and vocalists from unauthorized AI exploitation.
2026
GQ and Sony Music team up for GQ Best Dressed anniversary
GQ teamed up with Sony Music to bring a live music line-up to the 20th anniversary of the GQ Best Dressed Awards.
2022
Experience Hendrix and Sony sue musicians’ estates over streaming royalties
Experience Hendrix and Sony Music Entertainment filed suit against the estates of Noel Redding and Mitch Mitchell, seeking a ruling that no money is owed to them over royalties from streams of the band’s songs. The estates dispute the validity of documents that the plaintiffs say released them from legal claims.
2021
Snapchat and Sony Music agree to license music for Snapchat Sounds
Snapchat announced a deal with Sony Music Entertainment to include its artists’ music in Snapchat’s Sounds library, enabling users to use licensed Sony Music artists’ music in Snaps and Spotlight posts.
2021
Sony Music sues Gymshark over alleged song use in advertisements
Sony Music and associated plaintiffs sued Gymshark, alleging that it used copyrighted songs without permission in social-media advertisements for fitness apparel and accessories. The complaint was filed in the Central District of California.
2021
Roblox and Sony Music announce partnership
Roblox announced a partnership with Sony Music Entertainment to work together on music experiences for the Roblox community, including opportunities for Sony Music artists to reach new audiences and generate revenue.
2021
Sony Music Entertainment acquires Bob Dylan's recorded music catalog
Sony Music Entertainment acquired Bob Dylan's entire back catalog of recorded music and rights to multiple future new releases. The agreement was concluded in July 2021 and announced on January 24, 2022.
2021
Denis Handlin departs as Sony Music Australia and New Zealand CEO
Denis Handlin departed Sony Music Australia and New Zealand after five decades with the company. Sony's global chairman confirmed the exit was effective immediately. The article reports that the departure followed claims of discrimination, bullying and harassment within the Australian team and an internal review into those claims.
2021
Sony Music Entertainment acquires Somethin’ Else
Sony Music Entertainment acquired audio, TV and social media producer Somethin’ Else from Steve Ackerman and Jez Nelson.
2021
Audiomack reaches licensing agreements with UMG and Sony Music
Audiomack reached licensing agreements with Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment.
2021
Sony Music acquires Silverchair discography
Sony Music acquired the rights to Silverchair’s albums “Young Modern”, “Diorama” and “Live from Faraway Stables”, making Sony Music the distributor of the band’s entire discography under a new agreement.
2021
Sony Music Entertainment announces planned acquisition of Kobalt recorded music operations
Sony Music Entertainment announced that it will acquire Kobalt’s recorded music operations, including AWAL and Kobalt Neighbouring Rights. The businesses are planned to become a new division within Sony Music Entertainment’s independent artist and label services.
2021
Sony Music Entertainment announces acquisition of Human Re Sources
Sony Music Entertainment announced its acquisition of Human Re Sources from Troy Carter’s Q&A. Human Re Sources will become part of Sony’s The Orchard independent distribution and services company.
2020
Sony Music Entertainment announces A&R director appointment
Sony Music Entertainment announced Jean-Sebastien Permal's appointment as director of A&R for Continental Europe and Africa. He was scheduled to take up the position on January 1, 2021.
2020
TikTok and Sony Music Entertainment reach music agreement
TikTok and Sony Music Entertainment reached an agreement that lets TikTok customers continue using Sony Records songs and requires TikTok to cooperate with Sony's label on artist marketing projects and identifying emerging talent.