Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y & Indie Music
In our ongoing effort to help indie artists find success in the industry, Hypebot has tips on how to promote your music on social media with maximum effectiveness, build a. Continue reading
REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
Neil Young drops on TIDAL, a judge assigns an administrator for the will-less Prince's estate, Apple Music sees something of a growth spurt, and much more as we take one. Continue reading
New Experiences Like Video And VR Can Save Streaming Music
While streaming services continue to announce seemingly impressive subscription numbers, consumers continue to gravitate more strongly towards visual experiences, meaning that integrating video and things like virtual reality tech, will be more. Continue reading
Music Publishing News Roundup: Friday, April 29, 2016
Max Martin was named Songwriter of the Year for the record-breaking 9th time at ASCAP’s 33rd Annual Pop Music Awards. The songwriter and producer co-wrote nine ASCAP pop hits this. Continue reading
7 Easy Fixes That’ll Make Your Band Look Way Better On Social Media
Keeping up with social media can be a challenge for busy independent artists, but doing so is still important. Here we look at seven different ways artists can increase the efficiency. Continue reading
Spotify Is Becoming MySpace, While Apple Music Becomes Facebook
Although Apple's quarterly revenue streak was recently broken, a bump in Apple Music subscribers offered one bright spot in an otherwise grim report, suggesting Apple may finally be creating some. Continue reading
Label Sues Band For ‘shamelessly attempting to cash In before downfall of addicted bandmate’
Record label Prospect Park sued its band Five Finger Death Punch this week, alleging breach of contract and claiming that the group started working on a new album and refused to provide. Continue reading
YouTube Exec Says “No other platform gives as much money back to creators”
YouTube has recently come under fire from labels and some in the music community both for its Content ID system and the size of payments to creators. Now, a top. Continue reading
Touring Details To Go Over With Your Manager
Communication is important, particularly when it comes to bands and managers. Below we look at three things bands should take care to discuss and finalize with their managers in order. Continue reading