Music Is YouTube’s #1 Category and Still Growing
Despite a surge in uploads related to gaming, music continues to dominate YouTube with more views per video than any other category. Music generated the most views per video on. Continue reading
Spotify CEO’s Advice For Struggling Musicians: ‘Work Harder’
While pandemic-induced lockdowns have contributed to the popularity of streaming and podcasts, the vast majority of musicians and creators are struggling more than ever without income from concerts and merch. Continue reading
Think Music Streaming Is The Devil? Think Again [Bobby Owsinski]
In this piece, Bobby Owsinski pushes back against the common industry narrative that the streaming economy is to blame for the pitifully small royalty checks artists often receive these days.. Continue reading
Adding Voter Registration To Your Event Using HeadCount
Artists in the US can now help fans exercise their fundamental right to vote thanks to the non-partizan organization HeadCount, which helps register future voters at both in person and. Continue reading
Microsoft On Track To Save TikTok
Microsoft has confirmed that it is in serious negotiations to acquire short-form video social media service TikTok from Chinese technology company ByteDance. Microsoft may invite other American investors to participate. Continue reading
Twitch Declares August ‘Music Month’
Twitch has declared August “Music Month” to highlight many of the new and established musicians live streaming on the popular platform. Featured streamers include: The Dapper Rapper – a freestyle. Continue reading
Tomorrowland Proves Virtual Festivals Can Be A Reality
The livestreaming shows that have been put since the pandemic began have been something of a mixed bag, making festivals hesitant to pursue that avenue in lieu of their in. Continue reading
As Microsoft Circles, TikTok Ban Will Accomplish Nothing. Fix Security, Privacy Issues Instead. [OP-ED]
News reports point to a Microsoft acquisition of TikTok after President Trump called for an all-out ban of the wildly popular social short video app. In the op-ed Techdirt’s Karl. Continue reading
How to Process Music Industry Data
In this piece, Liv Buli explains the Data Pyramid, a tool which allows musicians to synthesize data and information into actual actionable intelligence. Guest post by Liv Buli of Berklee. Continue reading
Amazon Music For Artists Adds Web App
5 months after launching as iOS and Android apps, Amazon Music for Artists has launched on the web. The new Amazon Music for Artists on the web is a fully. Continue reading
