Universal Music and Meta Expand Licensing: Documentary Shines Light on Prison Dances

This article summarizes recent developments in entertainment, including Universal Music Group's expanded licensing agreement with Meta Platforms to benefit artists on Meta’s social platforms. It also discusses the documentary 'Daughters' spotlighting the relationship between incarcerated fathers and their daughters, and the closure of a criminal probe into Dutch singer Joost Klein after his Eurovision removal.

Universal Music Group (UMG), the global music giant, announced on Monday an expanded licensing agreement with Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, to create new opportunities for UMG's artists and songwriters. UMG was the first major music company to license Facebook in 2017, and this new deal will further enhance music possibilities within the Meta ecosystem. UMG represents high-profile artists like Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish.

'Daughters,' a new documentary focused on young girls and their incarcerated fathers, aims to serve both as a healing tool and a catalyst for social change. Directed by a talented team, the film follows four young Black girls as they prepare for and participate in a father-daughter dance held inside a prison, highlighting the emotional and social impact on the involved families and communities.

Swedish prosecutors announced the closure of an investigation into Dutch singer Joost Klein, who was removed from this year's Eurovision Song Contest in May following a complaint by a female crew member. Klein, 26, performed 'Europapa' and was initially a favorite in the competition, which took place in Malmo, Sweden.

(With inputs from agencies.)