WED. BRIEF: Spotify Launches In India • Pandora Adds Audio ‘Stories’ • Drake Tops Global Sales • More

WEDNESDAY 2.28.19 Music Business News From Around The Web Updated continuously under the More News tab

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Spotify Launches In India Without WMG Deal, Premium Costs $1.67 Monthly

Spotify ramped up its battle with Warner Music Group on Tuesday, launching in India without a signed deal with the Warner/Chappell music publishing arm of the world's third largest music. Continue reading

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Gaming Facebook Algorithm To Create More Cost Effective Ads: A Musician’s Guide

Once you've spilled the blood, sweat, and tears necessary to create quality content, you're going to want to share it on all the social media platforms. When it comes to. Continue reading

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BUSINESS OF INDIE: Merlin Turns 10 • Shaggy To Downtown • New AIM Chair • More

In a new edition of the Business Of Indie, indie licensing powerhouse Merlin turns 10, Shaggy signs with Downtown Music Publishing, AIM names a new chair plus sets a SXSW. Continue reading

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Teen Musician Rejects $3M Deal: No Need For Label Thanks To Internet

Billboard magazine recently released a profile of teenaged musician/rapper NLE Choppa, who handily turned down a $3 million label deal, opting instead to partner with a distribution company, UnitedMasters, and. Continue reading

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RIAA Names New Board Of Directors

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announced the election of its new board of directors on Tuesday, including nine new members. The board will serve a four year term,. Continue reading

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Key Advice For Marketing Artists [Jake Udell]

In this important piece of marketing advice, Jake Udell expands on his theory that the most important marketing an artist can do is to their core fans, and the value. Continue reading

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Audible Magic Adds ‘Rights Audit,’ The Orchard Signs On

Music technology provider Audible Magic has announced two new services, Rights Audit and Rights Rx, designed to verify rights ownership across more than 200 territories before new music is added. Continue reading

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Pandora ‘Stories’ Adds Creator Commentary To Playlists

Pandora has launched "Stories," a new tool that allows artists, songwriters and podcasters to add commentary to music and "combining the storytelling of podcasts with the musical power of playlists." 

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8 Must-Have Pages For Your Music Website

Whether you're an artist, venue, or gear seller, one of the most critical decisions you'll make when building your website is how the content is organized. Clear, concise menu options,. Continue reading

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