Could SXSW Be Too Big To Fail?
"SXSW didn’t protect the integrity of its brand, simple as that. And now… it’s a massive free for all that feels kinda-fun (see aforementioned bands and beer) at best and obligatory. Continue reading
The Complete DIY Guide To Getting Your Music Featured On Music Blogs
"There are many facets of a successful music publicity campaign, but among the most common questions I hear from newer artists are about how they can promote their music independently. Continue reading
Sony Music CEO On Spotify, Beats, YouTube, How “Free (Music) Is Death” and More
You can tell it is contract renegotiation time for music streamers, because the chorus of major label execs expressing opinions on the evils of free music is growing. Now Sony Music's. Continue reading
A College Professor Describes How His Student’s Music Listening Habits Have Shifted
According to professor Aram Sinnreich, author of the 2013 book The Piracy Crusade: How the Music Industry’s War on Sharing Destroys Markets and Erodes Civil Liberties, college students have changed significantly. Continue reading
South By Southwest Posts SXSW On Live Streaming Schedule
SXSW On will run for the duration of the 10 day festival, highlighting the best of original music, independent films, emerging technology, cuisine, and gaming culture in an effort to deliver. Continue reading
Berliant & Varner Exit Collective, Launch Revelation Management with Red Light
Managers are the centerpieces of most artists' careers; and their importance has only grown as record label dominance has waned. This week, two top managers decided it was time for. Continue reading