What You Need To Know About Sampling Music Without A License

Sampling has been controversial from the very start. Supporters argue that artists sample songs they love and build on them to create their own sound. Those opposed to sampling, while possessing mixed. Continue reading

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Losses Widen At Live Nation

First quarter losses at Live Nation more than doubled over the same quarter last year despite growth in some areas.

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3 Things All Artists Need To Know About Their Fans

Your fans are (obviously) the lifeblood of your music career. You need to know who they are, what they want, and how you can best cater to their needs to. Continue reading

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Full Text Of Official RIAA Statement On Grooveshark Shutdown and Grooveshark’s Apology

After 8 year of legal battles with the major labels, Grooveshark has settled and ceased to operate. After the jump you'll find  the full text of the official statements from. Continue reading

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Grooveshark Shuts Down, Apologizes “Without Reservation” To RIAA

"It is better to beg forgiveness, than ask permission,"  appeared to be Grooveshark's mantra. The company was defiant to the point of arrogance. They had nothing wrong, they insisted, as. Continue reading

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Blank Media Levies And The Precedent Of “Who Pays?” Has Ramifications Way Beyond Music…

The idea of a blank media levy is not at all new.  The debate has been around since cassette tapes enabled affordable, large-scale private copying.  Today, it seems as if. Continue reading

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FRI. NEWS BRIEF: Live Nation Revenues Down • Grooveshark Shuts • iTunes Sales Slump • Kobalt Ambitions • Meerkat • More

Friday 5.1.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE 

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