Songwriting, Music Production are still ‘FOR MEN ONLY’: USC Annenberg Study
Despite more than a decade of industry promises, Billboard Top 100 songwriters and producers remain an almost exclusively male and white club, according to the newest edition of the USC. Continue reading
Why does Latin music always top the global charts?
It is no secret that Latin music finds success in all corners of the world…but how? Is it how amazing it is or something else? by Janelle Borg of AmplifyYou. Continue reading
YouTube best practices for musicians in 2023
YouTube has become much more than a just place to watch videos. So here is an up-to-date YouTube guide so musicians can learn how to make the most from on. Continue reading
Multiple ways to create eye-catching album art
Learn all sorts of ways to make heads turn with your album art by using the following artistic tips, online resources, and more… by Bear Greenholtz of MusicRiser Your album. Continue reading
Chris Castle on the ‘Chesterton Fence’ and predictions for the Copyright Royalty Board
Regardless of how you feel about the compulsory license, it is definitely the case that songwriters have been poorly treated by the compulsory license rates in the U.S., and that. Continue reading
Spotify grows to 489M users, 205M paid subscribers as losses jump 44%
Spotify ended 2022 with 489 million monthly users, including 205 million paid subscribers. But operating costs jumped 44%, and Q4 losses widened to €270M/$282M, up from €39M/$42M in the previous. Continue reading
Is being in a band obsolete? Solo artists dominate the charts
Only three songs by a band made it into Biillboard’s U.S. Top 100 of 2022. Every song other than one each from Glass Animals, Imagine Dragons, and One Republic was. Continue reading
How to market music with little or no budget [Emily White]
In this excerpt from her book “How to Build a Sustainable Music Career & Collect All Revenue Streams,” music industry thought leader, artists advocate, and podcaster Emily White lays out. Continue reading
How musicians can use Discord to build a fanbase
Discord is a great resource that all sorts of creators should utilize. Here’s how musician’s can use the platform to build a close-knit community of support. by Janelle Borg of. Continue reading
PlaylistAI will make the perfect playlists for you
If you’re tired of spending hours scrolling through your music library trying to create the perfect playlist for your next party or workout session, say hello to PlaylistAI – the ultimate playlist. Continue reading
260% U.S. visa rate increase threatens international tours, cultural exchange
The Department of Homeland Security has proposed rate increases that will make touring in the United States for international artists significantly more expensive. If other countries retaliate or follow suit, it could. Continue reading
