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Sony Music and NetEase Cloud Music Renew Deal
Sony Music renews multi-year licensing deal with China’s NetEase Cloud Music for expanded catalog access and artist promotion.
In brief
Sony Music renews multi-year licensing deal with China’s NetEase Cloud Music for expanded catalog access and artist promotion. Sony Music renewed its multi-year licensing agreement with NetEase Cloud Music to keep its catalog available in China and boost artist promotion. Originally reported by Musicbusinessworldwide.
Sony Music and NetEase Cloud Music renew deal
Sony Music Entertainment renewed its licensing agreement with Chinese streaming platform NetEase Cloud Music on November 13, 2026.
NetEase Cloud Music signs third major music deal
NetEase Cloud Music has re-signed with all three major music companies in China this year, following Universal Music Group in January and Warner Music Group in July.
Financial terms undisclosed
Sony Music and NetEase Cloud Music did not disclose the financial terms of their renewed licensing agreement.
Sony Music CEO highlights China’s role
Sony Music Greater China CEO Andrew Chan called China 'a vibrant and indispensable part of the global music ecosystem' and emphasized the platform’s deep insight into young Chinese audiences.
“China is a vibrant and indispensable part of the global music ecosystem”
NetEase Cloud Music CEO praises partnership
NetEase Cloud Music CEO William Ding stated Sony Music is a 'highly valued strategic partner' that will enrich the platform’s global catalog and provide access to diverse high-quality music.
“Sony Music Entertainment is a highly valued strategic partner of NetEase Cloud Music”
Sony Music’s Chinese roster
Sony Music’s Chinese-language roster includes artists like Jam Hsiao, A-Lin, Curley G, Steve Chou, Gigi Yim, and Lars Huang.
NetEase Cloud Music’s growth metrics
NetEase Cloud Music reported RMB 3.96 billion (approx. $583.4 million) in total revenues for the first half of 2026, with membership subscription revenues reaching RMB 2.6 billion.
What to remember
Sony Music renewed its multi-year licensing agreement with NetEase Cloud Music to keep its catalog available in China and boost artist promotion.
