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"TikTok's Music Woes: UMG Pulls Artists' Tracks Amid Dispute"

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Source: The New York Times
"TikTok's Music Woes: UMG Pulls Artists' Tracks Amid Dispute"
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TikTok users are facing a quieter app after a licensing dispute led to the removal of music by artists from Universal Music Group, including Playboi Carti, Taylor Swift, Drake, and Ariana Grande. Some users are considering switching to Instagram Reels, while others are expressing frustration and concern about the impact on emerging artists. Content creators are experiencing muted videos and a decline in views, prompting some to explore alternative platforms like YouTube.

Topics:entertainment#content-creators#instagram-reels#licensing-rift#music#tiktok#universal-music-group
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