Irving Azoff Calls Pandora “Horseshit”, Sees Difficult Future For Music Industry [VIDEO]
(UPDATED) Live Nation Executive Chairman Irving Azoff didn't mince words over his feelings about the Pandora Digital Music service during a recent appearance at a media conference. "It’s horseshit. The. Continue reading
The 10 Most Read Hypebot Stories Last Month
Did you miss anything? We’ve compiled the top 10 most read posts for the month of September. Among the top stories include Dan Deacon’s innovative app for a fan-generated light. Continue reading
As Buyout Rumors Grow, Live Nation’s Michael Rapino To Present At Investor Confab
Live Nation Entertainment's president and CEO Michael Rapino is presenting during Liberty Media Corporation's 2012 Investor Meeting on October 10th. Rumors of a buyout by Liberty Media have been swirling. Continue reading
How Taking Everybody On Tour Via Social Media Changed Josh Urban’s Approach To Music
Recently Josh Urban went on a musical tour by train stopping in a series of cities to play on the street. He amplified the tour via social media including use. Continue reading
American Music Festivals Outperform With Sellout Stalwarts And Strong Niche Growth
The American music festival scene is growing as established festivals sell out early and new festivals put in strong performances across the nation. In the past American festival promoters cited. Continue reading
Exclusive: Songkick CEO Reveals Music Concert Crowdfunding Plans With The Tale Of Tycho
In what is likely to be a surprise to many despite the growing popularity of music crowdfunding, Songkick's CEO Ian Hogarth revealed that not only is Songkick developing a music. Continue reading
Livestream Removes Ads, Offers Free Version
Livestream, one of the major livestreaming web services, has launched a new version that is now ad-free with both a free version and a $45 monthly producer account. In addition,. Continue reading
Ticketing News: Artful.ly Open Sources, Picatic Crowdfunds, Eventbrite x Apple’s Passbook
Ticketing continues its wave of innovation as online services expand their features and make disruptive moves. Fractured Atlas recently open sourced their nonprofit-oriented ticketing, donations and contacts platform Artful.ly. Picatic. Continue reading
Fans Become The Light Show With Dan Deacon’s Live Concert Mobile App
“For the first time, having your phone out at a concert is not a jerk move.” That’s what the description of Dan Deacon’s mobile app says in the iTunes store,. Continue reading
Music Pros Offer Their “Most Important Piece Of Advice” For Young Bands
"The 'Indie' Sound: A Band's Guide to Success in the Competitive Indie Market" is an academic document by Nicole L. Stratman that offers an evaluation of "touring trends" and "helpful. Continue reading
