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This deal is one of the company\u2019s latest moves to expand how artists interact with their audiences and monetise their fanbases in the evolving digital music landscape.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Under the agreement, UMG\u2019s labels and artists will be able to use Even\u2019s suite of tools to offer early access to music, exclusive content, merchandise, and community features directly to fans before and during official release campaigns. The partnership combines Even\u2019s digital fandom infrastructure with Universal\u2019s global direct-to-consumer (D2C), vinyl and merch operations, making it easier for artists to turn superfans into long-term supporters and measurable revenue streams.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Even\u2019s platform includes both a consumer-facing marketplace and a white-label option that can transform an artist\u2019s own website into a dedicated fan hub \u2014 complete with early drops, interactive spaces and sales options that count toward chart eligibility. 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