Amazon Music Unlimited Launches At Prices Far Below Spotify, Apple

[UPDATED] Amazon has launched is promised Music Unlimited streaming service, and like most Amazon offerings its main selling point is lower price. 

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WED. BRIEF: Amazon Launches Music Unlimited • YouTube Buys FameBit • Iovine Speaks • More

Wednesday 10.12.16 Music Industry News From Around The Web Amazon Music Unlimited is a real competitor. Details and analysis here. Updated under our More News tab.

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Will Someone Explain To The RIAA That SOPA Didn’t Pass?

A recent lawsuit filed against YouTube-mp3.org, one of many easy-come easy-go sites which allow users to get audio download via YouTube video, suggests that major labels and the RIAA are. Continue reading

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MUST READ: Spotify Helped Me As An Artist – Here Is How

In this article, indie artist Pip Blom recounts the process releasing their new EP, and how Spotify enabled them to find and reach an international audience which would have otherwise. Continue reading

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U.S. Music Festivals And The 23%: What It Means For Livestreaming

Music festivals in the United States are incredibly popular and impressively well attended, but much of the social media buzz which is generated surrounding these events is created by those. Continue reading

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Why Music Will Never Be A Top Priority At Sony Corp [CHART]

Record labels and other music companies are, by necessity, businesses.  But in an age when each of the three major label groups is part of a larger conglomerate (WMG/Access Industries,. Continue reading

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Stay Safe In The Pit: Tips For Avoiding Concert Injuries

While a rollicking live show can be a fantastic experience many concerts, particularly those more towards the heavy end of the music spectrum, can often result in enthusiastic and occasionally. Continue reading

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Cstream Offers More Than Music Streaming, Adds Books And Video

With Apple and Spotify dominating the streaming market, it's become a tough world out there for streaming startups. The new French streaming service Cstream, however, hopes to avoid this issue. Continue reading

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AM BRIEF: Facebook Launches Event App • New Music Data Standards • Merlin To Japan • More

TUESDAY 10.11.16 Music Industry News From Around The Web Facebook ticketing is likely next…. Updated under our More News tab.  

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How To Get Music Writers To Actually Open Your Emails

While the rise of DIY culture has in many ways made it easier for artists to exercise their musical creative side, it has also precipitated a barrage of press solicitations from. Continue reading

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10 Things Musicians Should Do At Any Festival Or Music Conference [Kosha Dillz]

Before he headed to All Three Coasts (A3C) music festival, rapper Kosha Dillz highlights ten things which every musician should do at any fest, whether it's in the form of a. Continue reading

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