Sony Music Tells Court It’s Not Their Job To Make Artists Money
Sony Music is being sued by American Idol winners including Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson and their label 19 Recordings who say that the company's equity stake in Spotify sells them short. The. Continue reading
Get Free Registration To SXSW 2016 Via PanelPicker – Deadline July 24
The SXSW PanelPicker program is an opportunity to submit ideas for panels related to Interactive, Music, or Film. In addition, if you are interested in presenting a panel or workshop. Continue reading
Top 5 Most Irritating And Ineffective Ways Bands Promote Their Music
For many artists, utilizing web technology and social media to promote their music is often a tricky process and one which, if done incorrectly, can alienate fans rather than draw them in.. Continue reading
New Music Fridays: Global Release Day Shifts Today
[UPDATED] The shift to Friday as the "official" release day for music in 45 countries began today July 10th at 12.01 AM. Friday was already the new release day in. Continue reading
YouTube, Spotify And The Professionalisation Of The Amateur Internet
What if Spotify compensated popular playlisters?The disruptive nature of the internet has dramatically affected a variety of industries, with music no exception. But what changes occur as early adopters of. Continue reading
Top 6 Overlooked Merch Items
Although music and band shirts are often thought of as making up the bulk of merchandise sales at shows, this article lists several items which are often omitted from the. Continue reading
Musicians Union Sues “Greedy Corporation” Sony Music Over Michael Jackson Documentary
The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) has filed suit against Sony Music Entertainment for repeatedly violating its collective bargaining agreement with the union. Sony hired musicians under false pretenses, according. Continue reading