Why Kanye West Is Making A Presidential Bid
Welcome to the Birthday Party! When a figure as polarizing as Yeezy throws his hat in the ring to become president, you can expect both adulation and eye rolls. So. Continue reading
Reflections On A Post-Pandemic Nashville
One of the music capitals of the North America, Nashville has been dealt a particularly heavy blow as a result of COVID-19. Here, one resident reflects on the state of. Continue reading
Billboard, Bandsintown Launch 3 Music Live Stream Indexes
Billboard and Bandsintown have launched three weekly charts that track global fan activity on the platform related to live-streamed performances. Bandsintown has listed more than 35,000 live-streamed performances by over. Continue reading
Spotify To Launch In Russia Next Week [REPORTS]
Spotify is planning to launch in Russia next week, according to multiple sources The long-anticipated July 15th launch will be Spotify’s first expansion into a major new market since it. Continue reading
Digital Disruption, Music Economics and More with Ex-Spotify Chief Economist Will Page
Spotify Chief Economist Will Page sat down to chat with Chartmetric about digital disruption’s impact on music, gaming, and beyond plus where the music economy may be headed. Guest post. Continue reading
QUICK HITS: 3 Big Sony/ATV Signings • WMG + Imagine • Zach Brown Raises $1.4M
Sony/ATV Music Publishing has signed a global publishing administration agreement with the multi-platinum, award-winning songwriter and producer Freddy Wexler. His hits include “Be Kind” by Marshmello and Halsey, and the. Continue reading
You Must Have A Music Marketing Plan: Interview With A Expert
In this excerpt, music industry consultant Bobby Borg engages with former label executive Freddy Nager to discuss the value of creating a solid marketing plan, and how to think critically. Continue reading
Kanye, Eagles, Pearl Jam Among Artists, Labels Who Got Millions In PPP Funds [SEE THE LIST]
Kanye West, The Eagles, Guns ‘n Roses, Pearl Jam, Green Day and Nickleback are among the major artists and independent labels who received millions from the U.S. Payroll Protection Program. Continue reading
U.S. Eyes TikTok Ban, But Can It Legally Do It?
[UPDATED] The U.S. is “very seriously” considering joining India in banning TikTok, according to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. “With respect to Chinese apps on people’s cell phones, I can. Continue reading
WED. BRIEF: Big Artists, Small Labels Get Gov’t $ • Zuck Boycott Meeting Disappoints • Milk & Honey Expands • More
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