CONFIRMED: Spotify Launching Browser-Based Player In Beta
UPDATE: Spotify has confirmed that their first browser-based player is currently in beta and should be released to all users in the coming weeks. Spotify will begin rolling out it's. Continue reading
125 Major Acts Unite To Oppose Pandora Plan To Cut Net Radio Royalties
125 major artists spread have signed a letter opposing Pandora’s plan to cut artists’ pay when music is played on internet radio. Artists participating include Common, Dead Kennedys, Missy Elliot,. Continue reading
Music Industry Jobs Board: Help Wanted @ Fame House, MTV, Viacom, CDBaby & Loyola U
Who says the music industry is shrinking? You wouldn't know it from our new jobs listings. Hypebot's Music Industry Jobs Board is attracting a growing number of companies advertising positions. Continue reading
The 36 Rules Of Social Media [INFOGRAPHIC]
Social media is an undeniably important part of today's music business. It's how most fans choose to connect with their favorite artists. It's also its own beast to tackle, as. Continue reading
Is Coca-Cola Music’s New Sugar Daddy? Spotify Grabs $100M From Coke, Goldman Sachs
Spotify has completed a $100 million financing round on a $3 billion valuation. Goldman Sachs is contributing 50%, Coke 10%, new investor Fidelity 15%, with the remainder coming from existing. Continue reading
Rhapsody Partners With Echo Nest, Jumps Into Music Apps
(UPDATED) The Echo Nest has announced a new partnership with music subscription service Rhapsody. The deal will make it easier for developers to use The Echo Nest and the Rhapsody. Continue reading
Idefi Launches As “All Access Record Label” With Confusing Approach
Idefi launched out of beta this month as an "all access record label" but it's really more of an ecommerce and related services company. For DIY artists that may be. Continue reading
Has The Quality Of Music Changed?
Stephen Carmichael wants to know: Has the quality of music changed in the last few decades? Music and styles have changed and most of the viral content online consists of. Continue reading
Ticketmaster Expands Wal-Mart Deal
Ticketmaster is extending their online footprint with the inking of a deal that will see tickets available for sale on Wal-Mart.com. Included in the deal is the "Walmart Ticket Values". Continue reading
