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Music acquisitions in 2026: who owns the tools artists use
A selected guide to 2026 music deals, from Downtown and BMG-Concord to Reason, Curve, DistroKid, and Sureel. Clear deal status, disclosed prices, and artist impact.
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CVC’s DistroKid deal: price, control, and artist costs
Who is buying DistroKid, what the deal costs, and the risks for artist fees, support, and control. The sale price is undisclosed.