The Genius Behind Bowie’s Bonds
Although primarily famous for his work as a musician, David Bowie (with the help of a Wall Street investor) is also notable for being one of the first artists to use celebrity. Continue reading
FRI. BRIEFING: Sony, WMG Pledge To Share Spotify IPO • SFXE Gets Cash • Soundsgood • New ASCAP EVP • More
Friday 2.5.2016 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web I'd love to tell you that Spotify, WMG pledging to share Spotify IPO cash with artists is a turning point,. Continue reading
Merch Makeover: How To Double Your Sales Overnight
Merch not selling as much as you'd like? The following article offers a series of tips for how to change your merch display so as to maximize customer engagement, as well as. Continue reading
Don’t Miss Hypebot’s San Francisco Music Meets Tech Meetup Next Wednesday Night
Hypebot editor and publisher Bruce Houghton will head West next week to co-host another San Francisco Music and Tech Meetup on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 from 7-10PM at Upcider in San. Continue reading
Alabama Shakes, Bon Iver Atty John Strohm Sees “More Opportunities Than Ever” For Indie Musicians [INTERVIEW]
Former indie and major label musician (The Lemonheads, Blake Babies) turned music attorney John Strohm who represents, among others, The Alabama Shakes and Bon Iver shares his optimistic vision for the future of streaming and. Continue reading
Sillerman Forced Out As SFX CEO, Will Resign Within 60 Days
Crotch grabbing, middle finger pointing Robert Sillerman was controversial as the head of Clear Channel Concerts (now Live Nation) and his "screw you" attitude only become more pronounced as he. Continue reading
Coachella Sues Underground Fest Hoodchella For $100K Over Name
Brands matter and protecting a big brand is big business. A small underground Los Angeles festival is learning that lesson the hard way after riffing on the name of the. Continue reading
5 Important Things You Should Ask If You Want To Have A Successful Music Career
When it comes to having a career in music, asking yourself the right questions, like how to create superfans or make a living as an artist, are hugely important to being successful,. Continue reading
YouTube Wins Battle With German PRO
For quite some time, the German performing rights organization GEMA has clashed with YouTube, but the popular video sharing service recently triumphed over GEMA in a lawsuit claiming that YouTube. Continue reading
