With the year coming to a close, Apple Music has just released their year-end charts and features for their annual 2024 Replay. Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" has topped the Top 100 songs: Global list amidst controversies and legal trouble, while Taylor Swift reigns with 7 songs in the top 100 list including her collaboration with Post Malone. Fans can also track their listening habits and discover new artists through the platform's updated features. As the streaming industry continues to evolve, the 2024 year-end charts and Replay offer a glimpse into the new era of music and streaming.
Singer Abdul Hannan's team has alerted fans of the hijacking of his Spotify and Apple Music accounts by scammers uploading fake or AI-generated music. They are currently working to resolve the issue and have requested fans to refrain from streaming the unauthorized songs. Similar scams have been reported in the past, and artists like Dua Lipa and Lana Del Rey have been victims of hacking on Spotify. Platforms like Spotify and Apple Music need to address this issue promptly to protect artists and their music.
Hip-hop fans are buzzing after Kendrick Lamar released a surprise 12-track album, in which he seemingly references the ongoing Super Bowl controversy. The Compton, California rapper touches on fellow rapper Lil Wayne and the heated debate over the NFL's decision to choose him over Wayne for the 2025 Apple Music halftime show. In his lyrics, Lamar addresses his disappointment and the support he has received from fans following the announcement.
Airtel, one of India's leading telecom companies, has joined hands with Apple to provide its subscribers with access to popular streaming services Apple TV+ and Apple Music. This partnership aims to enhance Airtel's entertainment offerings and give its customers access to a wide array of content from the tech giant. Through select mobile, Wi-Fi, and postpaid plans, Airtel users will now be able to enjoy Apple TV+ and Apple Music's extensive library, offline music downloads, lossless audio streaming, and more.
In a strategic move, Bharti Airtel has announced its plans to discontinue its music streaming app, Wynk Music, and instead focus on its partnership with Apple. The company will absorb all employees currently working on Wynk Music into its ecosystem. As part of the collaboration, Airtel users will have access to Apple Music, while Wynk Premium subscribers will receive exclusive promotions from the telecom giant. This decision aligns with Airtel's strategy to expand its digital offerings and cater to its 220 million active users.
Music lovers can rejoice as the iconic composer, Hans Zimmer, announced his involvement in the upcoming Formula 1 movie. This collaboration between Formula 1 and Apple Original Films is set to release internationally on June 25, 2025. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how Zimmer's score will enhance the high-octane action on the tracks.
BTS leader RM releases his second solo album, "Right Place, Wrong Person," featuring 11 tracks that showcase his versatility as an artist. From psychedelic and alternative sounds to collaborations with Little Simz and Moses Sumney, the album offers a unique blend of genres. The album's closing track, "Come back to me," highlights the cyclical nature of life and serves as RM's message to his critics. Fans can stream the album on Spotify and Apple Music.
Apple has launched new versions of Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro music editing apps, equipped with AI features, for iPads and Mac devices. The Logic Pro app has an AI-based studio assistant that offers suggestions while giving the artist full creative control. The app also includes a new feature called Stem Splitter, which allows artists to easily separate mixed audio recordings into four distinct parts, making music creation easier. Additionally, the app has a virtual bass player and keyboard player, developed in collaboration with top studio musicians, to enhance the live-playing experience and give users more control over their music.