SXSW 2014 Showcases Round 2: Gary Numan & More [FULL LIST]
SXSW has announced another round of artists invited to showcase, bring the total number to 500, so far. Headlining the latest list is electronic music pioneer Gary Numan. The other. Continue reading
Rdio Laying Off Staff, “Huge Percentage Of Rdio Is Gone and Me With Them”
TechCrunch is reporting layoffs at Rdio and has received confirmation from a spokesperson. Estimates are as high as 35 people which apparently works out to somewhere between a fifth and. Continue reading
Trend Watch: More Music Tech Startups Are Turning To Crowdfunding
It should come as no surprise that music tech startups that need funding are turning to crowdfunding as an alternative approach. Most are Indiegogo-style campaigns though I'm starting to see. Continue reading
EDM DJs Address Cliches, Hate, High Fees and Bubble Talk
EDM's big so the love is getting some hate. But are there good reasons for antagonism towards this incredibly popular form of music? Three DJs, Armin van Buren, Hardwell and. Continue reading
When Asked To Play For Free These Musicians Had Sharp Comebacks
From Let Me See Your Package, the blog of custom CD/DVD manufacturer United Manufacturing. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or a new one trying to jumpstart a career, I’m pretty. Continue reading
CHANGES: RIAA, Warner Music Group, Universal Japan, Warner/Chappell Signs Dave Mustaine
Warner Music Group announced the promotion of Lucy Otterwell to SVP Digital Strategy & Business Development, Europe, Middle East & Africa Warner/Chappell Music, the music publishing arm of Warner Music. Continue reading
Major Layoffs Likely At Sony Music, Sony ATV As Bain & Co Hired To Cut $100 Million
Bain & Co have been hired to cut $100 million in operating expenses at Sony Entertainment which includes label group Sony Music and music publisher Sony ATV. Sony has been under. Continue reading
Reverb Instrument Marketplace Receives $2.3 Million Series A Funding Round
David Kalt launched Reverb to address the issue musicians and music retailers have buying and selling instruments and gear on Ebay. This true pain point led to a nicely designed. Continue reading
