The Worldwide Independent Network, representing the global indie music community, has announced an agreement with Apple that will see it endorse the launch of Apple Music on behalf of its members.

A number of key indie players have also individually backed the service after being offered new terms, with Beggars Group among those confirmed to have inked licensing deals.

The official endorsements come as a result of Apple announcing that it WILL pay royalties to rights-holders during Apple Music's initial ...