Delicate Minds News Vol. 2

Vol. 2 

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Hey Indie Music Lovers, Welcome back to the Delicate Minds Newsletter Vol. 2 Thank you for being part of our growing community of artists, producers, and music lovers. In this edition, we're putting the spotlight on our latest roster feature highlighting brand-new releases, sharing details on our next live showcase in DTLA, and bringing you an important update on music policy developments you need on your radar.

Roster Feature: Chihsuan

Listening to Chihsuan feels like hearing classical virtuosic precision collide with modern electronic and global soundscapes. Chihsuan is a Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist, violinist, erhu player, and composer who seamlessly bridges musical worlds. Rather than being confined to traditional classical performance, she fuses deep instrumental craft with ambient electronic textures, cinematic soundscapes, and cross-cultural rhythms. What sets her work apart is the fluid back-and-forth between classical European traditions (violin, piano) and Eastern acoustic traditions (the two-stringed erhu), often elevated by atmospheric production. Having shared stages with everyone from Yo-Yo Ma to Lana Del Rey and Brian Wilson, her solo work carries that same boundary-pushing adaptability. Listen to Chihsuan here.

New Delicate Minds Artist Releases

We are thrilled to drop three fresh releases from the Delicate Minds family. Make sure to stream, save, and add them to your playlists!

Honeycut – Monkey Branch Romance The band is back with a captivating blend of smooth grooves and lush production. Think Beck, Pearl Jam, and Jack White all mixed into one bad ass track! Dive into the vibe now.

Antonio Liranzo – CCCrash "A high-octane sonic collision—Antonio Liranzo brings raw energy and experimental sound design on 'CCCrash.' Packed with electrifying synths and heavy-hitting rhythms, this one demands your full attention."

Bree Frances – Imperial A commanding, elevate-your-mind track to get your head in the right space, packed with sleek production and captivating presence. Press play and add it to your daily rotation.

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Unplugged & Uncorked Vol.2

Unplugged & Uncorked was a hit! We turned up at Garçons de Café with a full house, delicious, food, and of course good wine as we showcased amazing artist music and networked the night away. Unplugged & Uncorked Vol. 2 is set for September 19, 2026 from 6PM -11PM. Music starts at 8PM. We have a great lineup with 2 upcoming artists on the scene in LA. Marcus Kley and Sydney Shea. You can RSVP here!

Marcus Kley

Sydney Shea 

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Music news and policy radar.

In this section, we're breaking down some of the biggest headlines and important legislative updates impacting the industry right now!

Legal Rulings: The Munich Regional Court ruled in favor of GEMA, Germany's largest music rights organization, against the AI music platform Suno. The court concluded that Suno infringed copyright during its training process. Legislative Action: The Recording Academy is currently championing three bipartisan bills at the "GRAMMYS On The Hill 2026" event: Industry Chart Standards: A coalition of major and independent labels, alongside the IFPI, has proposed rules for official charts. These principles dictate that recordings must be "substantially human-made" and use authorized/lawful AI services to be eligible for charting. Transparency & Disclosure: The EU AI Act's Article 50 transparency obligations are legally enforceable, requiring machine-readable marking of AI-generated audio. Artist Demands: A global coalition of 29 organizations has issued an open letter demanding that labels and publishers respect creator rights in AI licensing, specifically calling for artist consent, fair compensation, and transparency in all AI-related agreements.

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