Ed Sheeran leaves Warner Music Group after 15 years

Ed Sheeran has parted ways with Atlantic Records and Asylum Records after a 15-year partnership with Warner Music Group. The split occurred last month on amicable terms.

The singer-songwriter announced the news in a newsletter to fans on Friday. He described the move as a natural shift rather than a conflict, noting his evolution from a teenage artist to a father of two with new professional priorities. Sheeran released his debut album Plus in 2011 and followed with six more projects including Multiply, Divide, Subtract, Equals, and Play under the labels.

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Illustrative portrait of Lorde symbolizing her new era as an independent artist after ending her UMG contract.
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Lorde becomes independent artist after ending UMG deal

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Lorde announced on March 18, 2026, that she is now an independent artist after her long-term contract with Universal Music Group concluded at the end of last year. The deal, which began when she was 12 years old, covered her first four albums. She described the move as providing a 'clean slate' while expressing fondness for her former label.

Global superstar Ed Sheeran will return to Australia and New Zealand in January, February, and March 2026 with his new Loop Tour, featuring stadium shows across multiple cities. The tour follows the release of his upcoming album Play on September 12. Frontier Touring and MG Live made the announcement, highlighting a fresh live show with new music and hits.

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Nottingham alt-country group Divorce has announced it will continue as a duo following the departure of two founding members. Drummer Kasper Sandstrom and lead guitarist Adam Peter Smith shared the news on social media yesterday. The remaining members plan to move forward in a new era for the band.

Jack Antonoff addressed rumors of a falling-out with Taylor Swift during an appearance on The Howard Stern Show. He explained that his absence from her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl, did not bother him. Both artists highlighted their close friendship and unique songwriting collaboration.

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The Band Perry has signed a management deal with the new management division of Borchetta Entertainment Group. The country duo, consisting of Kimberly Perry and Johnny Costello, joins as the latest addition to the roster. Music executive Scott Borchetta announced the partnership on April 1.

Interpol has signed with Partisan Records for its eighth studio album. The New York indie band described the partnership as ideal on every level.

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