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ASCAP Names Elizabeth Matthews New CEO

The American Society of Composers Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) has named Elizabeth Matthews as its new CEO. Matthews served as Executive Vice President and General Counsel at ASCAP since 2013. She. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 01/13/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, General counsel, marketing, music industry, Music licensing, Paul Williams (songwriter), Performance rights organisation, United States, Viacom Media Networks, Vice president

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12 Simple Ways To Be A Happier And More Productive Musician

By Bobby Borg on Sonicbids Blog Pursuing a career in the music business isn't easy, nor is it for the thin-skinned. In fact, with all the challenges one has to face to get noticed, it. Continue reading

Guest Post on 01/13/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: 1918 flu pandemic, Amazon Kindle, American College of Gastroenterology, Borg (Star Trek), Do it yourself, Google, Hal Leonard Corporation, Infectious disease, Plan of Attack, Sonicbids

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Indie Artists Getting Comfortable As No. 1 In The Music Industry

As the popularity of streaming services continues to increase, major labels have increasingly less access to defining and funneling music discovery. The tipping of the scales has resulted in more. Continue reading

Nia R Jones on 01/13/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)

Tags: Accept, Afternoon (magazine), Alligator Records, American Association of Independent Music, Arctic Monkeys, Bruce Iglauer, Bruce Springsteen, Chuck Ragan, Disc jockey, independent music

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Artist Rights Leader: Taylor Swift

By David Lowrey of TheTrichordist.com After the Charlie Hebdo tragedy, we thought we should start recognizing and praising those who stand up for artist rights. We will also identify those who. Continue reading

Guest Post on 01/13/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (5)

Tags: Affliction (film), Album cover, Apple Inc., Black Sabbath, British Steel, Judas Priest, Linkin Park, Metallica, Spotify, YouTube

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Why and How to Find the Right Mentor for Your Music Career

By Janelle Rogers on Sonicbids Blog Are you struggling to get your music heard by new fans and those in the music industry who could be influential in your career? If you're. Continue reading

Guest Post on 01/13/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: American Music Award, ARIA Charts, ARIA Music Awards, CMJ, Husky (band), New York City, Record chart, Troye Sivan, United States, YouTube

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4 Habits of Successful People That All Musicians Should Adopt

By Hugh McIntyre on Sonicbids Blog If you're looking to make a living as a musician (or elsewhere in the industry), it can be helpful to look at what successful figures do. Continue reading

Guest Post on 01/12/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (3)

Tags: 2 Chainz, Billboard Magazine, Carrie Underwood, country music, God, Jesus, music industry, Paul McCartney, Pop music, The Beatles

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Call for Intern Applicants | Hypebot.com & Skyline Music Agency

Hypebot.com & Skyline Music Agency | Internship Openings Are you looking for a way to get your foot in the door with a music agency or gain experience digital marketing? Hypebot.com. Continue reading

Nia R Jones on 01/12/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Artist, Blue Suede Shoes, Bruno Mars, Consumer, copyright, Creative Commons, Dave Kusek, Derek Thompson (actor), music industry, Taylor Swift

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Music Tech & Futures Summit – February 19th & 20th

"The heart of music will always remain the same, the way we consume it will constantly evolve." The Annual Music Tech & Futures Summit being held on February 19th & 20th. Continue reading

Nia R Jones on 01/12/2015 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: 2 Chainz, Ariana Grande, Barbecue, Ben Folds, Billboard charts, Boarding house, Bridgestone Arena, Christmas, music industry, Nashville, Tennessee

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How To Leverage Radio/TV Interviews – Converting Listeners Into Fans

In today's music industry, mosts artists have a web presence to connect with their fans. However, a web presence is nothing if no one is able to find your social. Continue reading

Matt Gibson on 01/12/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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This Week’s Most Read Posts on Hypebot.com

Just Got Easier Thanks To US DOT Taylor Swift Dropped Spotify: $4 Million From YouTube Taylor Swift Tweet Sends College Musicians Mashup Viral 6 Resolutions All Musicians Should Make for. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 01/11/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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