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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.
Latin singer Ricardo Montaner has filed lawsuits in the U.S. and Venezuela against Universal Music Group, seeking ownership of his first five albums from 1986 to 1992.
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The American Federation of Musicians has filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group, alleging breaches of their collective bargaining agreement related to artificial intelligence licensing deals.