SFX Withdraws Beatport Sale

SFX would appear to be running out of options in its efforts to exit bankruptcy. After selling digital marketer Fame House and ticketer Flavorus to Universal Music Group, SFX withdrew. Continue reading

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From the Experts: Best Event Planning, Livestreaming Practices [INTERVIEW]

Although doing so adds yet another layer of complexity to an already stressful event, livestreaming video is an excellent way to expand the reach (and ROI) of your event beyond. Continue reading

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How An Indie Singer-Songwriter Topped 1 Billion Streams At Pandora

Surprising for an artist who isn't exactly a household name, singer-songwriter Mat Kearney managed to surpass 1 billion streams on Pandora. Here we look at the set of circumstances which. Continue reading

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Teens Love Premium Music Streaming, But Many Aren’t Paying For It, Says New Music Biz Study

[UPDATED] "Music & Millennials," a study by the Music Biz and LOOP, looks at how teens are flocking to music streaming. The report also reveals that while teens like the mobile convenience of. Continue reading

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How To Win: Don’t Help DOJ Get Out Of Licensing Hole They Dug [David Lowery]

Although they started with a strong concept with 100% song licensing, the Department of Justice seems to be scrambling to get their decree to function within the parameters of the. Continue reading

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Slipknot’s Corey Taylor Slaps Phone From Fan’s Hand At Concert [VIDEO]

Fans engrossed in using their smartphones to share a show present a dilemma for musicians.  They want fans to spread the word, but expect them to experience the performance and. Continue reading

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Broadcast Radio Losing Influence As Teens Flock To Streaming And YouTube, Says New “Music And Millennials” Study

On demand streaming is now the format of choice for 15-19 year olds, according to a new study by the Music Business Association and LOOP, and most of those listeners are. Continue reading

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Indie Music Trade Groups A2IM, AIMP, CMPA Issue Joint Response To DoJ 100% Licensing Position

Condemnation of a new U.S. Department of Justice position allowing 100% licencing of songs has been nearly universal within the music publishing community. In a show of unity, three independent. Continue reading

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Top U.S. Cities For Music, Music Fans

Some interesting stats for those involved with music from either on or off stage, we here look at which cities in the United States have the most vibrant music scene and. Continue reading

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Crowdmix Goes Belly Up – Music Social Network Raised $20 Million But Never Left Beta [Mark Mulligan]

Much ballyhooed music social network Crowdmix has entered Administration, the UK version of bankruptcy. The unlaunched startup claimed that it would revolutionize music marketing, but industry consultant Mark Mulligan says. Continue reading

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