The Many Realities of Touring as an Independent Artist: What’s Right for You?
By Chris Robley on CDBaby.com Jack Conte of Pomplamoose wrote a blog post last week about how his band toured for a month and grossed $135,983, but still LOST money to the tune of $11,819. The piece. Continue reading
Grammy Nominees 2015 – A Full List
[UPDATE 3] Ed Sheeran and Pharrell Williams revealed four major categories of nominations for the 57th Annual Grammy Awards Friday AM on CBS This Morning. An hour later Ryan Seacrest. Continue reading
Shazam’s Top Tracks & Artists of 2014, Predictions for 2015
Before the ball drops and brings in the new year, Shazam has released it's top Shazamed artists of 2014 along with predictions for the year ahead. What were the most. Continue reading
10 Things You Had Totally Wrong About Music Publishing
By Alex Badanes on Songtrust.com 1) Music Publishing is the business of music journalism and Music PR The word “publishing” can throw some people off, but music publishing is actually the business. Continue reading
Meet BeatSwitch and Learn How To Promote Yourself as a DJ
BeatSwitch is an online platform that works to connect festival organizers and booking agencies. Their goal is to empower artists by creating a platform the allows for more efficient collaboration.. Continue reading
Introducing Hypebot.com 2014 Year End Virtual Panel
This year, Hypebot.com is starting a holiday tradition of our own. For the first time, we're opening the floor to industry leaders and infuencers asking them to reflect on the. Continue reading
Apple Trial Day 1: iTunes Knowingly Deleted MP3s From User’s iPods
A trial that may seem like its just rehashing ancient history is promising to reveal the behind the scenes story of Apple's rise to music industry domination. Day 1 of the. Continue reading
14 Ways to Make Money From One Song
By Bobby Borg on Sonicbids Blog As with any business, your products and services (whether they be your recordings, tours, merch, or anything else) are the stars of the show. They generate revenue and keep your music. Continue reading
