Chance The Rapper Declares “SoundCloud is here to stay,” Debuts Track With Young Thug Exclusively On Streamer

After reading multiple reports that SoundCloud was just weeks from running out of cash, Chance The Rapper tweeted, "I'm working on the SoundCloud thing."  The tweet led to a call. Continue reading

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Steve Knopper Discusses His Updated Book “Appetite for Self-Destruction” [Podcast]

This week co-host of Hypebot's Music Biz Weekly Podcast Jay Gilbert flies solo.  He's joined by guest Steve Knopper who it a Rolling Stone contributing editor and the author of "Appetite. Continue reading

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Polaris Prize Short List 2017″ Feist, Leonard Cohen, Weaves + 7 More

The 2017 Polaris Music Prize Short List was announced today. The 10 nominees were narrowed down from the Long List of 40 artists. The award goes to the best album by a Canadian artist,. Continue reading

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Why Most Artists Don’t Get A Record Deal

While many musicians starting out may assume such things are inevitable, the reality is that most musicians don't get offered a record deal, although this often the result of three. Continue reading

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READY TO GET VERY ANGRY? Google Search Results Now Suggest “Best Torrent Sites”

In a move guaranteed to upset artists, labels, publishers and all rightsholders, Google is now suggesting which are the "best torrent sites" in a graphic carousel at the top of. Continue reading

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10 Steps To A Smooth Album Release

The release of your blood sweat and tears album should be a joyous one, not unhappy mess devoid of any sort of organization. Luckily, releasing an album isn't all that. Continue reading

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How to Manage A Release Across Multiple Territories [PODCAST]

This week on Hypebot's Music Biz Weekly podcast, Michael and Jay tackle the problem of releasing your music in multiple territories. They explore how to do it correctly along with the. Continue reading

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Grammys To Return To Los Angeles

The Recording Academy announced that after a brief foray into Gotham in 2018, the Grammy Awards would return to Los Angeles for four years, starting in 2019. The Academy announced. Continue reading

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Grammy Awards 2018 Submission Deadlines Approaching Fast [Complete List Of Dates]

It’s Grammy time, and if you are a member of The Recording Academy the opportunity to submit music via their Online Entry Process begins just a few days from now.. Continue reading

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Deadlines Kill Good Music, Phased Check-Ins Save It

When it comes to making music time is one of the most valuable (and most misused) resources available. Here Jesse Cannon describes how "phased check-ins" can be used in place. Continue reading

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