Young Hines: An Insider’s View Of Readymade Records First Release
It's old news that the label system is broken and that traditional pathways to success have changed for almost all musicians. What's replacing it, however, is still very much a. Continue reading
RIAA, NMPA, DiMA Agree On New Digital Music Rates
Trade organizations representing music publishers and songwriters, major record labels, digital music services and cell phone companies today announced a joint agreement setting mechanical royalty rates that they say are. Continue reading
How I Secured 3 Record Deals [Part 4]: How To Get Another One
As a recap on my previous three articles on how I secured 3 different deals with 3 different labels, I want to look at the essential elements that came into. Continue reading
Umphrey’s McGee: Using Tech To Empower Fans To Shape Music & Business
Chicago based improvisational rock band Umphrey's McGee has long emphasized building a strong relationship with fans. This relationship includes finding ways to encourage fans to affect the music played at. Continue reading
Spotify Adds Free Music Play Button For Web Sites, Blogs &Tumblr
Spotify has added a Play Button that, when placed on any site, blog or Tumblr, enables play of any song, album or playlist. The button provides sites free access to millions. Continue reading
New Ways To Think About The Copyright Debate
Copyright laws have been debated throughout various industries including the music industry. On Music Think Tank, Simon Tam gives his opinion on the copyright debate and other ways to think. Continue reading
Music Tech Startup News: Bre.ad, HumanFankind, TwitMusic, Audiosocket
Bre.ad url shortener is attempting to raise $4.3 million in investments. (click on image to enlarge) HumanFankind artist donation site adds identifying info and shares endorsements. TwitMusic gets a deep. Continue reading
NEWS BRIEF: Apple Preps iTunes 11, Madonna Falls, Rough Trade + NYC, Spotify, Yahoo! Music, More
Apple will release iTunes 11 alongside iOS 6 and an App Store revamp ARE coming soon. Rumor have Apple "currently focused on under-the-hood changes, rather than cosmetic changes… the final. Continue reading
