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The Dark Truth About Universal Music's Takeover
🟢 (Free PDF) 35 Ways To Make Money From MusicÂ
https://www.topmusicattorney.com/35moneymakingtactics
🎤 My New Music Video https://youtu.be/qrkWrnN2FI8?si=MlA93p3bXXaDX7UZÂ
In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle discusses the dark truth behind Universal's aggressive expansion—and why it's starting to look less like business as usual and more like the rise of a monopoly. From royalty collection to distributor acquisitions, the landscape for independent artists is shifting fast.
As lawsuits pile up and power gets consolidated, what does this mean for the future of music? Miss Krystle breaks down the latest moves and what every artist should know about Universal’s not-so-quiet takeover of the industry.
The Dark Truth About Universal's Takeover
0:00 Coming Up
00:20 Introduction Â
00:33 Universal Music Group Becoming A Monopoly Â
01:05 UMG Trying To Buy Downtown Music Holdings Â
01:56 Meta Monopoly Comparison To UMG Â
02:59 UMG & Downtown Music Holdings Deal Under Scrutiny Â
03:23 Monopoly Consideration Threshold Â
03:55 Technicalities In The Music Industry Â
04:35 UMG's Intentions Â
05:54 CD Baby, Songtrust, & More Fall Under Downtown Music Holdings Â
06:12 UMG Acquired EMI Music Â
06:32 UMG's Tactics To Avoid Monopolization Â
06:48 Universal Has Become The New Bully In The Music Industry Â
07:00 UMG Suing Internet Archive/Wayback Machine Â
07:39 Delgado Entertainment Law Â
07:56 UMG Suing TuneCore Â
08:34 Major Record Labels Sue AI Music Platforms Â
08:59 Is Universal Trying To Protect Artists/Creators Â
09:45 Universal Developing Its Own AI Tool Â
10:58 Corporate Bullying Â
11:43 Risk For independent Artists Â
12:06 Solution (DIY Direct To Consumer) Â
13:04 Taking Ownership of Your Audience Â
13:46 ConclusionÂ
Legal Disclaimer: The information, ideas, and suggestions in this video are not intended to be legal advice. Before following any suggestions contained in this video, you should consult your personal attorney. The speaker shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestion in this video. Pursuant to the fair use doctrine under the 1978 Copyright Act, a copyrighted work owned by another may be used for criticism, commentary, news reporting, and educational purposes. The use of the livestream contained in this video falls within the fair use doctrine.
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🟢 (Free PDF) 35 Ways To Make Money From MusicÂ
https://www.topmusicattorney.com/35moneymakingtactics
🎤 My New Music Video https://youtu.be/qrkWrnN2FI8?si=MlA93p3bXXaDX7UZÂ
In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle discusses the dark truth behind Universal's aggressive expansion—and why it's starting to look less like business as usual and more like the rise of a monopoly. From royalty collection to distributor acquisitions, the landscape for independent artists is shifting fast.
As lawsuits pile up and power gets consolidated, what does this mean for the future of music? Miss Krystle breaks down the latest moves and what every artist should know about Universal’s not-so-quiet takeover of the industry.
The Dark Truth About Universal's Takeover
0:00 Coming Up
00:20 Introduction Â
00:33 Universal Music Group Becoming A Monopoly Â
01:05 UMG Trying To Buy Downtown Music Holdings Â
01:56 Meta Monopoly Comparison To UMG Â
02:59 UMG & Downtown Music Holdings Deal Under Scrutiny Â
03:23 Monopoly Consideration Threshold Â
03:55 Technicalities In The Music Industry Â
04:35 UMG's Intentions Â
05:54 CD Baby, Songtrust, & More Fall Under Downtown Music Holdings Â
06:12 UMG Acquired EMI Music Â
06:32 UMG's Tactics To Avoid Monopolization Â
06:48 Universal Has Become The New Bully In The Music Industry Â
07:00 UMG Suing Internet Archive/Wayback Machine Â
07:39 Delgado Entertainment Law Â
07:56 UMG Suing TuneCore Â
08:34 Major Record Labels Sue AI Music Platforms Â
08:59 Is Universal Trying To Protect Artists/Creators Â
09:45 Universal Developing Its Own AI Tool Â
10:58 Corporate Bullying Â
11:43 Risk For independent Artists Â
12:06 Solution (DIY Direct To Consumer) Â
13:04 Taking Ownership of Your Audience Â
13:46 ConclusionÂ
Legal Disclaimer: The information, ideas, and suggestions in this video are not intended to be legal advice. Before following any suggestions contained in this video, you should consult your personal attorney. The speaker shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestion in this video. Pursuant to the fair use doctrine under the 1978 Copyright Act, a copyrighted work owned by another may be used for criticism, commentary, news reporting, and educational purposes. The use of the livestream contained in this video falls within the fair use doctrine.
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🟡Become Your Own Record Label:
https://www.topmusicattorney.com/becomeyourownrecordlabel
đź’» #1 Resource For Artists And Producers: https://www.topmusicattorney.com
âš– Hire An Attorney: https://www.delgadoentertainmentlaw.com
đź“ş Get Your Music Into Tv/Film/Games: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/sync
đź“° Get My Newsletter: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/newsletter/
đź“„ 8 Essential Music Contracts Bundle: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/contractsbundle
🎧 Listen To The TMA Podcast On All Streaming: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/podcast
🟢  Free Stuff: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/free-stuffÂ
Miss Krystle Artist Links: https://www.misskrystle.com
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TOP MUSIC ATTORNEY SOCIALS
Links: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/links
Website: https://topmusicattorney.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/topmusicattorney/
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@topmusicattorney
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/topmusicattorney
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/top-music-attorney-16405573/
MISS KRYSTLE SOCIALS
Website: http://www.misskrystle.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1g6jAksCoujtcbg6zJpJ39
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misskrystlelive
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@misskrystlelive
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissKrystleLive
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/misskrystle/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MissKrystlelive
Website: http://www.misskrystle.com/
#UMGExposed #LawyerReacts #UMGMonopoly
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