
Akon Named Keynote Speaker At Midem 2020
[UPDATED] Grammy-nominated artist, producer and entrepreneur Akon been named a keynote speaker at global music industry conference Midem 2020 on June 2-5 in Cannes, France. Akon’s keynote address will cover. Continue reading

TUE. BRIEF: Sony Revenue Tops $4B • YouTube Music: 20B Subs • Gaana Passes 150M • Dubsmash • More
TUESDAY 2.4.2020 • Music Business News From Across The Web Updated Continuously Under The More News Tab Above

How To Prep For Music Video Distribution
In this piece we offer some advice on how to prepare your next music video for distribution, both in regards to technical specifications as well as the actual content of. Continue reading

Build A Home Studio Just Like Billie Eilish For $3000
When accepting the Song of the Year Award at the GRAMMY’s, Billie Eilish’s brother and producer dedicated it to “all the kids who make music in their bedrooms.” That bedroom. Continue reading

How To Use smartURL [MUST WATCH]
Music Biz Weekly co-hosts Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert give a demonstration on how to use SmartURL.it and its many of the features. They discuss why every single artist should. Continue reading

Making Your Own Name In The Music Business
In an industry that is both as saturated and competitive as the music business, making a name for yourself can be incredibly challenging. That said, certain practices can at least. Continue reading

Leadership Music Opens Applications For 2021
Leadership Music is now accepting applications from music industry leaders for its Class of 2021. The eight-month Nashville-based program, which I am fortunate to have become a part of in. Continue reading

Spotify Reports Q4 Financial This Week: What To Expect
Spotify Technology will post its fourth-quarter 2019 financial results this Wednesday, February 5th before the market opens. Here’s what to expect: New Stats Here are the latest public numbers that. Continue reading

YouTube Streamer Demonetized Over Copyright Claims To Numbers ’36’ And ’50’
YouTube has long come under fire for its heavily flawed copyright and demonetization policies, the failings of which were highlighed in a recent incident where a third party claimed one. Continue reading

Bettye LaVette, Syl Johnson, Billy Branch Lead Blues Hall Of Fame Inductees 2020
The Blues Foundation announced 41st class of the Blues Hall of Fame, with the list of inductees spanning blues originators such as Victoria Spivey and Bertha “Chippie” Hill to contemporary. Continue reading

Jucee Froot Signs Joint Venture With Atlantic Records and Art@War
The traditional major label record deal is morphing as Memphis rapper Jucee Froot reminds with her new joint venture deal that includes major label Atlantic Records and indie Art@War via. Continue reading