Rise Above: The Challenges Of Today’s Independent Musician
Guest post by Justin Herring of Sidewinder.fm. At this point, it’s safe to say that a lot of musicians aren’t sure what the future holds. There are numerous paths they take,. Continue reading
Does UX For Good Know What’s Best For New Orleans’ Musicians?
UX for Good is a project that takes user experience designers into the field to see how their research and solution-generation skills can be put to use in real world. Continue reading
Why Can’t Music Tickets Be As Cool As DEF CON’s?
Since writing about ticketing innovations at outdoor festivals, I've been paying more attention to developments in ticketing technology. Surprise or not, the most innovative tickets I've discovered are the badges. Continue reading
MusicNomad Relaunches As Database Of Musician Resources
MuiscNomad, as website that aids musicians in finding qualified and ranked resources to produce, sell and promote their music, has just given their website a much needed overhaul. This free. Continue reading
Eventbrite Contributes To Positive Growth Of Vans Warped Tour Sales
Independent ticketing provider Eventbrite has made significant steps in solidifying their place in live music as of late, having recently completed partnerships with Disco Donnie and others. The San Francisco-based. Continue reading
Irving Azoff Announces Plan To Sell 2 Million Of His Shares In Live Nation
Live Nation chairman Irving Azoff has revealed a plan to divest a significant portion of his Live Nation stock over the course of two years as a part of a. Continue reading
We’re All In This Together: How Technology Should Shape The Future of Live Music
Guest post by Matthew Moore (@MatthewrMoore). For years, artists have been trying to do anything they can to bring a different twist to the concert experience. Whether it’s a stunning. Continue reading
Thrillcall’s Matthew Tomaszewicz: Building Bridges Between Live Music & Tech [INTERVIEW]
Matthew Tomaszewicz is the co-founder and head of product marketing and business development at San Francisco-based Thrillcall. Thrillcall is an iOS and web app that packages ticket deals on live. Continue reading
Live Nation’s 2nd Quarter Profit Drops 42%
Fewer events drove a 42% drop in second quarter profit, Live Nation reported yesterday. Despite a attendance 6% rise, touring by major artists was less than a year earlier. U.S.. Continue reading
Musicians Online Are Playing In Glass Stadiums With Billions Of Empty Seats
Guest post by Adam Steele, co-founder of Merge.fm, an online platform for musicians to offer their music to fans as engaging online events. Adam shared with us this clever piece that. Continue reading
CMA & IEBA Team For SRO Touring Industry Awards
CMA and IEBA are teaming up for the 2012 CMA SRO Awards to be held at The 42nd Annual IEBA Conference Oct. 7-9 in Nashville. The SRO (standing room only). Continue reading
