Why Getting Signed To A Label Shouldn’t Be Your Goal

Although many artists have shifted their focusing into making it on their own in the digital music space, a remarkable number of artists remain focused on the classic (and somewhat. Continue reading

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SoundCloud Makes Two Executive Appointments

SoundCloud has hired Yahoo VP of Engineering, Artem Fishman as Chief Technology Officer and SVP Engineering. He will report to SoundCloud co-founder and former CTO Eric Wahlforss, who becomes the. Continue reading

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The Real Story Behind Apple iTunes’ 69¢ Song Option

In this piece we dive into the history of Apple's song pricing structure, who was responsible for dictating prices, and the rationale behind the 69¢ song, both over the past few. Continue reading

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Indie Music Stores Top 100, Top Vinyl For Week Ending 1.6.17

These charts for the week ending 1.1.17 come from The Coalition of Independent Music Stores (CIMS), a collective of 50 independently owned record stores in 25 states throughout the country.

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Mid-Video Ads Coming To Facebook

For a long time, content creators have bemoaned their inability to monetize video content on Facebook in the same way that they are able to on platforms like YouTube. Those. Continue reading

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Pinterest Is Becoming A Go To Social Network For Music Fans

Pinterest, the go to social network for 150 million fashionistas, foodies who like to snap photos and home decorators is fast becoming a destination for music fans. Why? How? The. Continue reading

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THU. BRIEF: Prince To Azoff’s Global Rights, UMG’s Bravado • MelodyVR In Beta • Mind Music Adds $220K • More

Thursday 1.12.17 Music Business News From Around The Web  Major players are eagerly making deals with the Prince estate despite a looming Roc Nation/Tidal lawsuit.  Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Spotify’s Top Artists plus Most Streamed and Viral Songs US, UK and Global Week of 1/9/17

Spotify's Weekly Charts for the week of 1.9.17 highlight top artists on the streaming platform by listener along with the past week's most streamed and viral songs in the US,. Continue reading

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Artist vs. Songs: Building An Identity In The Streaming Era (Part II)

Here Nick Susi further explores the impact which streaming culture will have on creators, managers, and others involved in the music business, particularly as the lowered barrier of entry has. Continue reading

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Lil Yachty Named Creative Designer For Nautica

Grammy nominated recording artist Lil Yachty has signed a brand sponsorship deal that will see him cast as the Creative Designer for fashion brand Nautica.  In his new role, Lil. Continue reading

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