Calls to end fees that venues charge artists to sell merch grow louder
Testimony before the Senate judiciary committee and the operator of more than 10 live venues have added momentum to a movement demanding that music venues and promoters eliminate the fees. Continue reading
TikTok is manually ‘heating’ videos to make them go viral
Many credit the miraculous TikTok algorithm with making their videos go viral, but Forbes has released a new report revealing that often much more is at play. by Bobby Owsinski of. Continue reading
Maroon 5 drummer Ryan Dusick on Mental Health for Musicians
Maroon 5 spent years toiling in obscurity before they finally had a hit record, “Songs About Jane.” Multiple hits, two Grammy Awards, and 20 million albums sold later, drummer Ryan. Continue reading
These subreddits offer d.i.y. musicians knowledge and community
Reddit may not be the first place musicians think to go, but there are a plethora of communities to join and make a mark in just like these… by Angela. Continue reading
Best Music Business Newsletters for musicians in 2023
Newsletters are one of the easiest ways to stay up-to-date and even get ahead by getting the latest news and learning from experts right in your inbox. We’re proud that. Continue reading
Senate gets schooled on how Live Nation ‘monopoly’ hurts indie artists [full text, video]
Clyde Lawrence of the indie band Lawrence schooled the Senate Judiciary Committee on the “consequences” that artists face when dealing with Live Nation and its ticketing subsidy Ticketmaster. “How is. Continue reading
Mental health tips for touring musicians
Being on the road can add a lot of strain on a musician’s well-being. So here are a few helpful self-care practices to bring with you on your next tour.. Continue reading
Legendary Drummer Carmine Appice on surviving the Music Business
As the drummer for Vanilla Fudge, Carmine Appice set the grooves for the groundbreaking band‘s 1967 psychedelic debut, which still stands today as a Hard Rock classic. Vanilla Fudge went. Continue reading
Web3 Music in 2023: What’s ahead?
Find out what to expect in the world of Web3 music in the year ahead. The experts at AmplifyYou weigh in. by Janelle Borg of AmplifyYou 2022 will forever be remembered. Continue reading
An up-to-date guide on releasing music in 2023
The music world is changing every week, so it’s essential to keep up with the times. Here are some current best practices for getting heard this 2023. by CHRIS ROBLEY. Continue reading
How to listen to music with ‘intent’
Musician and Contemporary Writing and Production major at he Berklee College of Music, Tavi Kaye, discusses how to make listening to music an experience. by Tavi Kaye from the Berklee. Continue reading