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Forget Them Wendy on “Apple Pie,” Impermanence and Finishing the Album
Forget Them Wendy discuss “Apple Pie,” the pull between comfort and impermanence, Laura James and Oliver Price’s creative tension, BBC Introducing support…
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Constructs (FULL ALBUM)
Fervence
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Cello Turns Contradiction Into Confession on “Singing to Serpents”
Cello’s nine-track Singing to Serpents moves through attachment, appetite, faith and healing without pretending emotional growth happens in a straight line.
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Top Music News
Michael Smith Sentenced to 18 Months in $8 Million AI Music Streaming Fraud Case
Michael Smith, a musician from Cornelius, North Carolina, was sentenced on October 6, 2026, to 18 months in prison for a music-streaming…
The Grind
Beyond the Directory: ROSTR’s Expansion and the Rise of Algorithmic Music Industry Networking
ROSTR's promoter-directory expansion highlights a bigger shift in music technology. Explore how EV Signal connects identity, professional relevance and intelligent artist-industry matching.
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EV NEWS DESK
Music Industry News · Analysis · Independent Music
TOP MUSIC NEWS
Michael Smith Sentenced to 18 Months in $8 Million AI Music Streaming Fraud Case
Michael Smith, a musician from Cornelius, North Carolina, was sentenced on October 6, 2026, to 18 months in prison for a music-streaming royalty fraud scheme involving AI-generated songs and automated…
MUSIC INDUSTRY
Warner Music’s Luxottica Lawsuit Puts Social Media Music Licensing Back in Focus
The case alleges unauthorized use of at least 427 works in marketing by brands linked to the owner of Ray-Ban and Oakley.
GLOBAL MUSIC
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Reportedly Treated for a Head Injury After Leaving Fort Dix
Reports describe a hospital visit and return to prison; the circumstances of the injury remain unclear.
THE GRIND
Field notes for independent artists.
THE GRIND
Beyond the Directory: ROSTR’s Expansion and the Rise of Algorithmic Music Industry Networking
ROSTR's promoter-directory expansion highlights a bigger shift in music technology. Explore how EV Signal connects identity, professional relevance and intelligent…
THE GRIND
The Grind: Build a Fan Ladder That Gives Listeners a Next Step
A practical five-stage fan ladder and 30-day plan to turn one-time attention into repeat listening, participation, belonging and support.
THE GRIND
The Grind: Build a Press Kit an Editor Can Actually Use
A practical press-kit system for independent artists: working music, a clear story, approved photography, exact credit and publication-ready release facts.
EV Originals
The stories behind the sound.
Found in the Inbox
Forget Them Wendy on “Apple Pie,” Impermanence and Finishing the Album
Forget Them Wendy discuss “Apple Pie,” the pull between comfort and impermanence, Laura James and Oliver Price’s creative tension, BBC Introducing support…
Found in the Inbox
Cello Turns Contradiction Into Confession on “Singing to Serpents”
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Funding / Grants
Bronx Council on the Arts 2027 Community Engagement Grants: Up to $17,500 for Bronx Artists
Bronx, NY
For: Artist · Band · Songwriter · Producer · Other · Must be local · Age restriction applies
Paid · $5,000–$17,500 per project
Deadline Oct 30, 2026
Contest / Competition
International Songwriting Competition 2026: Extended Deadline Is November 23
Remote
For: Songwriter · Artist · Band · Producer · Original music required
Prize
Deadline Nov 23, 2026
Funding / Grants
Sound and Music In Motion 2027: 18 Months of Funded Development for UK Music Creators
UK-wide · Remote OK
For: Artist · Songwriter · Producer · Other · Original music required · Must be local
Paid · £1,800–£5,800
Deadline Nov 2, 2026
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