UK Labels Move To Block Grooveshark, US Exec Found Murdered
The BPI, a trade organization representing the UK recorded music industry, has begun what is likely the initial steps leading to Grooveshark being blocked by UK ISPs. Spared from the. Continue reading
Scooter Braun Taps Music Industry To Raise $200 Million Investment Fund
Scooter Braun, manager Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen and Psy, is meeting with managers and artists to raise a $120 to $200 million venture fund designed, he says, to strengthen their. Continue reading
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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
Battle Of The Beamz: Deadmau5 vs. Flo Rida Radio Search Engine Lets You Find Which Station Is Playing Your Song Right Now Justin Bieber Leads $1.1 Million Investment In New. Continue reading
EDM: The Origin And Coming Bubble
Billboard writer Kerri Mason recently shared her thoughts with Hypebot on the current state of EDM and whether the festival business is sustainable. It was a highly insightful conversation filled. Continue reading
Music Ad Watch: Bowie Sings For Louis Vuitton [VIDEO]
After a long hiatus David Bowie seems to be everywhere, and now that includes starring in L’Invitation Au Voyage, an advertisement for Louis Vuitton. It's directed by Romain Gavras, who’s. Continue reading
Billy Bragg Points To Major Labels, Swedish Lawsuit In Spotify Controversy
Musicians getting on the mic to share their views about Spotify have been a big thing lately. Thom Yorke and David Byrne have been particularly noted musician/critics. This week Billy. Continue reading
Bandposters Makes Getting Gig Posters To Tour Venues A Lot Easier
Bandposters recently launched to solve the problem of getting just a few high-quality posters to each venue you're appearing at on tour. If you don't have a dedicated office staff. Continue reading
Music Publishing Weekly Roundup: Country Awards, ASCAP100 and Audiam
Nashville celebrated country music this week with four major awards shows – the CMA, ASCAP, BMI and SESAC awards. SESAC’s Nashville Music Awards honored Keifer Thompson as Songwriter of the. Continue reading
