What Music Service Has The Most Songs? [CHART]
Catalog size is an important aspect of subscription services for core music fans. So, who has the largest one of them all? Spotify. As of this month, Spotify has 12.7. Continue reading
The Realities of Making a Living with Music in 2011
On Music Think Tank, Bob Baker is about to give you a dose of reality with his post. His rant is in response to all the posts about the doomed. Continue reading
AM Biz News: Too Much Free Music Online, MP3 Format of Choice, Big Media Historical Blip & More
We post a roundup of music business news mid-morning (ET) each weekday and when warranted add a PM update late in the afternoon. For breaking news follow @hypebot on Twitter. For Better Or Worse,. Continue reading
Interview: CEO Ian Rogers On Topspin Relaunch
Just in time for the start of SXSW Music, Topspin today dropped its invitation only poilicy and opened its direct to fan platform to all musicians. (details here). Just prior. Continue reading
7 Ways To Pretend You’re At #SXSW 2011
SXSW Music 2011 began last night. But perhaps your boss cut back on travel or you blew your budget on a trip to Midem. Either way, you can't afford to. Continue reading
“If a Studio Doesn’t Fly a Flag, They’re Dead.”
This post is by Hypebot intern Hisham Dahud. His Twitter: @HishamDahud. It goes without saying that today’s music space is hypercompetitive – mainly as a result from the near zero barriers. Continue reading
#SXSW – SoundExchange Offers $’s, Songkick Partners, Slacker, MXP4 Is #1, The Orchard Adds
I'm in Austin and up early preparing for the SXSW onslought. No word yet on numbers, but the streets and hotels seem full. I'm looking forward to exploring music streaming. Continue reading
How Can Artists Drive Fans From Offline to Online?
On Music Think Tank, Marcus Taylor has tips on how to drive fans to your website. People need a reason to visit your website. He talks about the growing popularity. Continue reading
New Topspin Platform Is Live. We’ve Got Details
Early this morning Topspin opened its new direct to fan platform to all artists along with some major platform updates. With the new offering Topspin hopes to attract a broader. Continue reading
4 Likely Causes of Microsoft Zune Death
As if the cult of Apple didn't already have enough reasons to bond, the rumored demise of Microsoft's Zune has united them in a Christmas caroling fashion. Each member has. Continue reading
