REWIND: New music industry’s last week in review
A busy week by any definition, the music industry was no exception, with streaming services hiking prices, Spotify struggling after its Q3 report, TikTok giving artists a new way to. Continue reading
Instagram passes 2B monthly active users – that’s more than TikTok !?!
Tucked in this week’s not-so-good Facebook earnings call was the tidbit that Instagram now has 2 billion active monthly users (MAUs). “Instagram has more than two billion monthly actives,” META. Continue reading
How make the most of back catalog while working on new releases
Once you’ve released that new album, song or collab, the hard work doesn’t end there. Did you know there are things you can do with your back catalog to keep the momentum going behind. Continue reading
The complete guide to DAO Token benefits, types & more
Crypto and the blockchain have brought many opportunities. DAOs, or Decentralized Autonomous Organizations, have proven to be one of the most innovative uses of blockchain technology. by. Janelle Borg of. Continue reading
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The best way to stay on top of the fast-changing music industry, the latest trends in music marketing, and the most interesting music tech startups is our free Hypebot Daily. Continue reading
Netflix’s corporate biopic of Daniel Ek is just a story [Chris Castle]
It’s a nice story, but it’s just that. Netflix’s new biopic of Spotidy founder and CEO Daniel Ek is just a story and not a very well told pr acted. Continue reading
Spotify stock fell 16% in 2 days, 67% for year as investors lose patience
UPDATE 2: Spotify stock fell another 3.17% on Thursday, closing at $81.74 after tumbling 13.01% on Wednesday. NYSE: SPOT began 2022 in the $240 per share range and has declined. Continue reading
5 things EVERY MUSICIAN should do now to get ready for Spotify Wrapped
Spotify calls Wrapped “the biggest fan moment of the year,” reaching hundreds of millions of fans, and it has expanded its free tools that help artists make the most of. Continue reading
Making Money With Music: 20 DO’s, 20 DONT’s and 21 Practical Tips
Learn how to profit and maybe even live off music, with these common tips and mistakes to help make it possible. by Ariel Hyatt and the team at CYBER PR. Continue reading
How to press and distribute your vinyl using Diggers
With Vinyl sales still on the rise, it’s important to find the right supplier. A2IM member Diggers Factory throws it hat into the ring, Indie Spotlight via A2IM Diggers Factory. Continue reading
The music industry needs a makeover [Mark Mulligan of MIDiA]
According to Mark Mulligan of MIDiA, the music industry as we know it needs a new format. Here’s what he suggests… ‘ by Mark Mulligan of Music Industry Blog Non-DSP. Continue reading