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PROs Exacerbate Inequality Among Musicians [Michael Dorf]

Despite their mission to protect music creators, Performing Rights Organizations (PROs) often funnel royalties to major artists while leaving independent musicians behind, says Michael Dorf. The founder of the Knitting. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 06/11/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Live Nation is devouring live music $1B investment

Live Nation invests $1B in new venues in 18 smaller U.S. cities

Live Nation invests $1B in 18 new venues across the U.S. “bringing more big shows to smaller cities.”

Bruce Houghton on 06/10/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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MITC mental health service for musicians

MITC launches 24 hour mental health service for musicians, pros

The Music Industry Therapist Collective (MITC) has launched an online mental health service for musicians, performers and touring professionals. 

Bruce Houghton on 06/10/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Music in The Arab World: How Music Preferences Differ

Music in the Arab world are often thought of as a monolith, but streaming data from platforms like Anghami reveal significant differences in music preferences, artist prominence, and platform usage across countries.

Alana Bonilla on 06/10/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Hypebot music business news today

MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: New indie acquisitions • NY ticket bill stalls • Indie Week • HarbourView + $500M royalty financing • X, Music Pubs suit • More

TUESDAY 6.10.25 • Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

Bruce Houghton on 06/10/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Why Music Fans Are Traveling for Connection, Not Just Concerts

Today’s ticket buyers aren’t just going to concerts, they are looking for deeper experiences. Learn why music fans are travelling and how artists are transforming shows into unforgettable journeys of connection and community.

Alana Bonilla on 06/09/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Live Music News Roundup: Pete Lally, PROs, DIY Spaces, More

This live music news roundup of key stories shaping the sector this week ranges from an interview with Spectacle Live’s Pete Lally, PROs, DIY live music spaces, a free webinar, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 06/09/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Goldman Sachs, Music AI, Ticketing

Episode 253 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now.

Bruce Houghton on 06/09/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Business News Last Week

Music Business News Last Week: AI Scams, Short-lived hits, More

Here’s a look at what’s buzzing in music business news last week from a new Leadership Music class, to why songs are burning out faster, how P-pop groups like BINI and SB19 are making waves worldwide, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 06/07/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music News: NIVA, EVA, Top Drawer, Concert Stuff & More

In the latest live music news, the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) has announced Jim James, frontman for My Morning Jacket, and legendary producer Jimmy Jam will keynote NIVA ’25.

Bruce Houghton on 06/06/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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