Music Business

Tariffs, tight wallets may disrupt fragile Superfan Economy

As economic uncertainty looms and tariffs shake up global supply chains, the music industry’s push to monetize superfans faces serious headwinds. With merch, vinyl, and fan experiences under pressure, are US labels betting too big on a fragile superfan economy?

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music News: Beyoncé, Rauw Alejandro, Rostr, LIVE, More

Topping live music news, Rauw Alejandro has become the first Latin artist to perform three back-to-back sold-out nights at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome.

Bruce Houghton on 04/30/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Fingerprinting: What Content Is Eligible (and What Isn’t)

Ever wonder how platforms like YouTube and TikTok recognize music in videos? Learn how music fingerprinting technology works, what types of content are eligible, and how to make sure your uploads are set up for success.

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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U.S. TICKET ACT passes

TICKET Act passes U.S. House, but key trade groups want more

The U.S House of Representatives on Tuesday overwhelmingly passed the TICKET Act by a bipartisan vote of 409-15. The bill now heads to the Senate.

Bruce Houghton on 04/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: new Apple Music Co-Heads • solid UMG, Spotify Q1 Reports • TICKET Act advances • promotions @ Symphonic • More

WEDNESDAY 4.30.25 • Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above

Bruce Houghton on 04/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Industry News: Fans ♥ Live, Shrinking Tours & More

This roundup of the latest live music industry news covers topics from a consumer survey on live shows, to UK grassroots dwindling, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Spotify debate, Indies, Heap & More

Episode 246 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Rock Hall 2025 Inductees Full List: Cocker, Lauper, OutKast

​The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2025, celebrating a diverse group of inductees that span genres and eras, reflecting the evolving nature of rock and its cultural impact.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Business News Last Week: Tours, Superfans, Jobs & More

Things were busy in music business news last week, with the industry asking big questions, fans stepping up to support artists, new superfan-focused tech, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/26/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandsintown Top Tours

Top Tours Chart powered by Bandsintown

Hypebot now publishes an exclusive Top Tours Chart of the most popular tours and tour announcements powered by Bandsintown. The Top Tours Chart is based on data from 95 million registered music fans and across its growing tour date distribution network that includes Spotify, Google, Apple, Shazam and more.

Bruce Houghton on 04/25/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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