How To Get Your Music On Pandora: Physical CD No Longer Required
Pandora has finally opened its doors to musicians (and comics) who aren't on a label and don't have a physical CD with UPC on Amazon. This is great news for. Continue reading
Super Bowl Gave Artists A Lift On Spotify
Sunday's Super Bowl gave participating artists a lift on Spotify, according to data provided by the company. Additional streaming data and early sales data from Nielsen SoundScan will be available. Continue reading
YouTube Cracks Down On Fake Views As Google Links To “Buy YouTube Views”
YouTube is cracking down on creators that artificially inflate view counts. "When some bad actors try to game the system by artificially inflating view counts," the company said in a. Continue reading
Spotify’s Most Streamed & Viral Tracks US & UK
The most streamed tracks on Spotify from Monday, Jan. 27 to Sunday Feb. 2: UNITED STATES 1. Katy Perry, "Dark Horse" (Capitol Records) 2. Beyoncé, "Drunk In Love" (Columbia Records). Continue reading
Is It Worth It? Measuring The Return on Investment for Musicians
You work hard for your money – there is no question it takes hard work to be successful in this industry. It is only fair that you know where your. Continue reading
Midem 2014: Attendance Down, 2015 Dates Set
Attendance at international music industry convention Midem as down 4% in 2014 compared to last year. 6150 gathered in Cannes this year vs. 6400 in 2013, according to stats provided. Continue reading
AM NEWS BRIEF: Chili Peppers Admit Superbowl Fake, Rewind Radio App, Pussy Riot To US, Mixbit & More
ReDigi’s Back With “Pre-owned” Digital Music Sales Based On Fresh Patent
ReDigi made a splash back in 2011 when it launched a marketplace for resale of digital files. A big product was music and, not surprisingly, they were the focus of. Continue reading
House Judiciary Subcommittee Considers Fair Use, David Lowery Testifies
From the Future of Music Coalition. Tuesday’s session was somewhat more focused than previous hearings, but was unfortunately cut short due to a scheduled floor vote. Although it didn’t go. Continue reading
SoundExchange Payments To Artists and Labels Up 28% In 2013
SoundExchange closed out 2013 with a record-setting distribution of $170.4 million to recording artists and record labels in the fourth quarter. Total year-end digital radio royalty payments reached an all-time. Continue reading
