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Spotify Responds: Did the 1000 Stream Rule cost Artists $47M?

Spotify’s 1000 stream rule has stripped artists of $47 million in royalties, according to Disc Makers CEO Tony van Veen. After Hypebot published this article a Spotify spokesperson reached out to rebut some of the data.

Alana Bonilla on 04/17/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
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Fixing Ticketing requires more than just an Executive Order

The White House’s new executive order is aimed at fixing ticketing with a track down on scalping. While the intent is correct, True Ticket CEO Matt Zarracina argues that without enforceable tech solutions, we’re fighting today’s ticketing chaos with outdated tools and empty promises.

Alana Bonilla on 04/16/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (2)
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How Trump is reshaping Music Education

President’s Trumps’ gutting of the Kennedy Center may get headlines, but his broader war on DEI and the Department of Education could have far deeper long term consequences. Learn how. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 04/15/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
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What’s Next For Radio? [Fred Jacobs]

Is radio stuck in the past — or poised for a comeback? Fred Jacobs explores how radio missed the digital wave, what’s next for radio and how to survive in a the age of streaming.

Alana Bonilla on 04/15/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Stocks tick up Tuesday [UPDATED]

Most major live music stocks were on the rise mid-day Tuesday as the overall U.S. markets ticked upward.

Bruce Houghton on 04/15/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How Sober Curiosity and Music Are Redefining Nightlife

Gen Z is changing how we socialize and redefining nightlife by embracing sober curiosity with music leading the way. With a focus on inclusivity and connection, nights out are becoming more about the people, the music, and the memories, not just what’s in your glass.

Alana Bonilla on 04/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Live Music Industry News Roundup: Trump, Ticket Act & More

This week’s live music industry news roundup covers how Trump trade policies are impacting live music, a reintroduced TICKET Act, the most costly concerts of 2025, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Superfan revenue • NO FAKES Act • a ‘View’ on the Internet • True Tickets • More

Episode 244 of the Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE.

Bruce Houghton on 04/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Stocks Pre-Market Trading Monday

This past week, U.S. equity markets rebounded sharply from recent volatility, driven by easing trade tensions and positive earnings reports. But, live music and entertainment stocks underperformed relative to the broader market.​

Bruce Houghton on 04/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Top Music Business News Last Week

A busy week by any definition and music business news was no exception, with an update on The Ticket Act, MLC investments, songs getting shorter, and more… Top Music Business. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/12/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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