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What Spotify For Artists is building in 2026 as payouts top $11B
Spotify For Artists has kicked off 2026 with a state-of-the-union announcement from Charlie Hellman, the platform’s Head of Music. The update reflects on a record-breaking 2025 while outlining a strategic. Continue reading
More Than Songs: How To improve the Live Performance Experience
“Fans are paying for proximity to the artist and each other,” writes Carlo Kiksen of The Fanbase Builder. But too often artists are only providing an opportunity to hear their songs live. Kiksen shares some ways to improve the live performance experience for fans that build community and fan loyalty.
Music Business & Live Music Industry News: All The Latest
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New Wave of Anonymous Musicians Are Thriving On Their Own Terms
A growing number of anonymous musicians are thriving despite – and in part because – they are resisting conventional wisdom to (over)share on social media. By withholding their identities and letting music talk for them, a new wave of elusive artists are building momentum, fanbases, and critical acclaim.
Don’t Sell What You Don’t Have: Why AB 1349’s Crackdown on Speculative Tickets Matters to Touring Artists and Fans
Musicians ‘Stealing Isn’t Innovation’ Campaign Launches
The battle lines between the creative community and unregulated AI development are being drawn more clearly than ever. The Human Artistry Campaign (HAC), a global coalition of 180 organizations, doubled down on its mission with the launch of the Musicians Stealing Isn’t Innovation campaign. This initiative was signed by a long list of major musicians, creators, and actors.