MySpace To Layoff 150 More On Wednesday
Observers had expected News Corp to complete the sale of MySpace before the June end of its quarter. It looks like the media giant will miss that target, but that's. Continue reading
Will.i.am, Pharrell, Arcade Fire, David Lynch & The Future Of Brands + Music
(UPDATED) That the Black Eyed Peas leader – hardly averse to product placement – the luxury brands fan Pharrell Williams and many more creative stars turned out for Cannes Lions,. Continue reading
AM News: Pandora Buyout?, Hitlantis Nabs $1.5M, Facebook Tablet App, Apple & More
(UPDATED) Pandora's stock jumped yesterday after Dish Network's CEO said he might be interested in acquiring the online music service. (NY Times) Hitlantis has raised $1.5 million in new funding. Continue reading
How To Use Turntable.fm To Interact With Fans & Promote Your Band
Turntable.fm, which grew to 140,000 active users in in first month, may have cracked the social music code – it's enjoyable as both a passive and active music experience. Enter. Continue reading
PM News: Kayne’s Indie Label, New RightsFlow VP, Nimbit Upgrades, EMI + GI Jams, DJRevolts.com
Kanye West's independent label G.O.O.D. Music has been signed with Island Def Jam Music Group. First release is Big Sean’s debut “Finally Famous”, in stores tomorrow. RightsFlow has hired Chris. Continue reading
Are You Building A Band Or A Business?
This guest post comes from Jason Spitz, a marketing & ecommerce expert with a serious music obsession. Follow him on Twitter at @jasonspitz. If you want to make music, start. Continue reading
Facebook’s Incredible Effect On The Web [CHART]
Facebook is eating up more and more of the time we spend on the web at the expense of all other sites, according to an analysis by Ben Elowitz CEO. Continue reading
3 Trends Driving Innovation: How To Keep Up With The Ever Changing Fan
Speaking on how technology and consumer demand has challenged marketers to keep up, Nielsen's Steve Hasker shared conclusions that ring true for developing the artist – fan relationship. “Consumer behavior. Continue reading
HELP WANTED: Interactive Marketing Managers At Berklee & The Orchard
Great new job postings on Hypebot's expanding Music Industry Job Board: Berkleemusic.com is seeking an Interactive Marketing Manager in Boston The Orchard wants a NYC Interactive Marketing Manager More &. Continue reading
Why The Confusion? It’s Always Been About the Business
How are you treating your music career? Are you just playing shows and not worrying about financing your career? Even if you’re a great musician, it does not mean that. Continue reading