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40+ groups representing artists, performers, writers, athletes & more launch campaign for AI that supports human creativity and accomplishment. 

In celebration of International Women’s Day, the RIAA hosted a special conversation with critically acclaimed Monument Records’ artist/songwriter Caitlyn Smith.

Recorded music revenues in the U.S. in 2022 continued to grow for the seventh consecutive year. Total revenues grew 6% to a record high $15.9 billion at estimated retail value. 

After a three-year hiatus, annual Musicians on Call benefit event returns to the 9:30 Club to celebrate the healing power of music in the heart of our Nation’s Capital.

Our first guest this year is Congresswoman Hillary Scholten of West Michigan. This attorney and midwestern mom is the first woman to represent her home district in the House of Representatives, and she is excited to get to work.

Chairman/CEO Mitch Glazier & COO Michele Ballantyne Honor Halsey with a Diamond for “Without Me” officially marking the 100^th Diamond single in RIAA history.

RIAA Chairman/CEO Mitch Glazier and SVP Artist and Industry Relations Jackie Jones presented Dolly with plaques commemorating Gold certification of “Hard Candy Christmas” and “Faith” with Galantis featuring Mr. Probz. 

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) today released its annual Notorious Markets Report, which stresses the importance of copyright enforcement in the context of emerging troubling trends in online piracy. 

Washington, DC (January 5, 2023) – “Firsts” always hold a special significance, and for 39 stars on the rise, the RIAA today introduces those whose first certifications were earned in 2022*…