REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
In this flip back through a busy and contentious week in the music biz, we revisit Spotify's kickoff of label licensing talks despite major disputes at the company, Apple's new. Continue reading
TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
This week, some of our most popular and frequently read articles on Hypebot dove into the ongoing slow motion train wreck that is PledgeMusic, why skip rates matter more than. Continue reading
Major Label Signs An Algorithm To A 20 Album Deal
This is NOT an early April Fools joke. Endel, an app that uses algorithms the company calls predictive mechanics to produce personalized sounds to help you focus and relax, has. Continue reading
Spotify Begins Label Licensing Talks Amid Major Disputes
Spotify has begun negotiations to renew its licencees with all three major labels and other rights holders. The talks begin with Spotify on the offensive against the music industry on. Continue reading
How Fans Are Building A Vibrant Gimme Radio Community
In this piece, Jon Maples explains how the principles and process behind the unique radio streaming app Gimme Radio have given rise to a successful listening platform, home to a. Continue reading
Key Tips For Getting Started On Your Artist Website
As you start to develop as an artist and achieve more success, it's a good idea to start thinking about your professional image. Once of the best ways to cultivate. Continue reading
Engaging Fans: 5 Tips For Your Next Show
Disappointing live shows are, unfortunately, endemic in the music industry, particularly for bands that are just finding their feet, and a tepid live experience can often leave potential fans regretting. Continue reading
Facebook Says CHANGE YOUR PASSWORD, Admits Hundreds Of Millions Could Be Seen By It’s Employees For Years
Hundreds of millions of Facebook account passwords were stored in plain text and searchable by thousands of Facebook employees going back as far as 2012. Facebook found the problem in. Continue reading
Spotify Condemns Apple’s New “App Tax,” But Could It Be A Cover For A Price Hike?
Spotify is up in arms over the 30% cut Apple is charging developers for the privilege of being part of its app store, going so far as to lodge an. Continue reading
