YouTube said it reached a deal with performing rights organization SESAC on new licensing terms, which will restore music videos for artists that went dark on the video platform over the weekend. Songs by Adele,

Songs from popular artists have begun to disappear from YouTube as the platform’s deal with the performing rights organization SESAC approaches its expiration date.

YouTube is blocking some songs from popular artists a week before a licensing contract expires. This could be a negotiation tactic, a new report suggests.