Month: July 2015

Antitrust Lawfare Breaks Out: Google, Spotify vs. Apple

Amidst a host of other suspicious activity on the part of Spotify and Google, the Federal Trade Commission is instead investigating Apple regarding their 30% commission on "digital consumables" sold. Continue reading

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The Doobie Brothers Sue Cover Band Claiming They Own The Word “Doobie”

The Doobie Brothers do not cite the etymology of the term "doobie" in their trademark lawsuit against the Doobie Decimal System rock band, though the slang term predated the band. Continue reading

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4 Lies They Taught You In Music School

While a college education theoretically prepares one for life in the real world, the reality is often quite different. Here are a few misconceptions that recent college grads may have. Continue reading

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Labels Mull Pulling All Music Videos From YouTube

Record labels are considering pulling all music videos off  YouTube because its become the free music service of choice for so many.  They're are upset over the lack of revenue. Continue reading

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What Next For Music Marketing?

Can Spotify really save the music industry? Many artists and labels are putting their faith in streaming services, both as a source of direct revenue and a way of gaining. Continue reading

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AM NEWS BRIEF: Apple Music’s Impact Underwhelms • Midem Head Exits • 50 Cent Fined $2M • Instagram • More

Monday 7.27.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE 

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This Week in Music Commentary

This week in music commentary, a revealing poll regarding Apple users, the Bitcoin Blockchain, and the value (or lack thereof) of music services recommending new music. 

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y & Indie Music

Some unique ways of peddling merch, advice for touring in the Eurozone, techniques for maintaining interest in your music post-release, and how not to describe your music to journalists. It's. Continue reading

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Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Getting Featured • The Art Of DJing • Music Videos On A Budget

This week on MusicThinkTank.com we examine how you can get your music featured, explore the art of DJing, and share some tips for filming a high quality music video on a budget.

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

Significant growth from both Rhapsody and BandsInTown, the founder of Grooveshark is found dead, and we question whether or not music streaming exclusives even matter. This and more in our. Continue reading

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