Data Trends and The Songwriter [Songtrust Report]
The end of another year means it's time for data analysis, which is just what the good people at Songtrust have done. They've analyzed down a number of data sources. Continue reading
Live Nation Music Industry Scholarships Now Accepting 2019 Applicants
Working with Live Nation, the Music Forward Foundation is opening up it's 2019 Live Nation US Concerts Scholarship program, giving three lucky recipients $30k with which to pursue their careers. Continue reading
Indie Stores Report 2018 Vinyl Sales +10%, CDs -12.6%
The Coalition of Independent Music Stores polled it ts members on December 2018 sales compared to last year. Despite the rush to streaming, brick and mortar music stores appear to. Continue reading
New Type Of Ad Coming From Spotify
While nobody loves commercials, they're an essential part of how Spotify's free tier operates. The streaming service will trying something new, however, by allowing outside advertisers to "sponsor" the incredibly. Continue reading
Amazon Adds 1 Million Reasons Not To Use Your Car Radio
Amazon is bringing Alexa voice control to the car. Announced in September, the Echo Auto is finally shipping to the more than one million drivers that pre-ordered it. To boost. Continue reading
Deezer Has 14 Million Users, 7 Million Paid
Deezer has shared that it ended 2018 with 14 million active monthly users, of which 7 million are paying subscribers. About half of its paid users are in the music. Continue reading
Is Going Into Music A Good Career Move?
While many conscientious parents may be eager for their children to take music lessons, the prospect of a full on career in music might be met with less enthusiasm, with. Continue reading
Dueling Woodstocks: Two Festivals To Celebrate 50th Anniversary On Same Days
Two major festivals just miles apart will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the iconic Woodstock Festival on the same days. One will be produced by the original Woodstock promoters and. Continue reading
50% Of New Guitars Sold To Young Women
The gender has been a significant issue in the music industry for a number of years, with women often getting marginalized or in other ways receiving the short end of. Continue reading
