Last week in music industry commentary
Last week, commentators in the thick of the industry shared their opinions and thoughts on the threat of the death of car radio, how to book a band, and more…. Continue reading
Most Popular Playlists On Spotify
Here is an updated list of Spotify’s most popular playlists based on followers. Today’s Top Hits – 33.4M followers Top 50 Global – 17.2M RapCaviar – 15.2M Viva Latino –. Continue reading
Stream farms and the West African music market: an insider’s view
Mdundo’s Regional Music Licensing Lead for West Africa speaks with the team at Byta about how music stream farms in Nigeria affect the entire music ecosystem. from Byta Umeadi Onyekwelu. Continue reading
Recording Academy extends Grammys eligibility period after pushback
The Recording Academy has extended the eligibility period for its 2024 Awards to Sept. 15,2023, two weeks later than the Aug. 31rd date it set just a month ago. “After listening. Continue reading
Indie Spotlight: The Bloom Effect
A2iM shines this latest Indie Spotlight on The Bloom Effect, an independent agency specializing in publicity, marketing, branding, artist development, and international consulting. from The Bloom Effect via A2IM The. Continue reading
Chartmetric, Third Bridge Creative name 5 new artists worth tracking
5 emerging artists worth your attention were chosen by a combo of Charmetric’s deep data and the music experts at Third Bridge Creative. by THIRD BRIDGE CREATIVE from Chartmeteric This. Continue reading
Raf-Saperra and the Bermuda Triangle of British Asian music
By blending Punjabi music and old-school Hip-hop, Raf-Saperra is honoring his roots while creating a fresh sound loved by global audiences. by Sania Haq from the Chartmetric Blog The British. Continue reading
What are the world’s Top 10 Music Markets?
What are the top 10 markets for music globally? The recent IFPI Global Music Report answers the question and adds some regional context. As of 2022, the world’s Top 10. Continue reading
QUICK HITS: Sofar adds Greenberg • Nederlander promotes Loeb • 9:30 reborn Moises & more
Marni Greenberg, the former head of Music Communications at YouTube, has landed at Sofar Sounds, where she is taking on a new role as VP of Communications. “Live music, supporting artists,. Continue reading
TV is the answer to the music fandom crisis says MIDiA’s Mark Mulligan
As anyone trying to build a fanbase or market music knows, “music fandom is fragmenting. Super fans are still present, but there are fewer of them,” and “most have become. Continue reading