Spotify Is NOT Dropping Its Free Tier
The internet exploded with 'Spotify Is Killing Free' headlines after Digital Music News quoted "multiple unnamed sources" that Spotify was succumbing to label pressure to end its free music service.. Continue reading
Spotify Says It’s Responsible For 10% Of All U.S. Label Revenue
Spotify claims to have been responsible for 10% of all U.S. record label revenue in the first quartet of 2015. The stat came from Will Page, Spotify's director of economics. Continue reading
Rdio Adds $3.99 US / 94¢ India Tier, 60 Day Free Trial
Ahead of the expected launch of Apple's streaming music service next month, competitors are pulling out all the stops with new features, promotions and other offerings. Today, Rdio unveiled a. Continue reading
What Do Musicians Get Paid For Radio Play? This Chart Show How Messed Up The Current System Is
At a recent House Judiciary Committee hearing with the Register of Copyrights, "Fair Play Fair Pay Act" cosponsor Ted Deutch and the MusicFirst Coalition unveiled an infographic that shows how. Continue reading
When Spotify, TIDAL Offer Deep Discounts, Who Pays The Creators?
In the race to to sign up paying subscribers Spotify, TIDAL and their competitors are offering extended free trial subscriptions and deep discounts. But how are creators and rightholders being. Continue reading
Facebook Exec Moves To Soundcloud To Fuel International Expansion
2015 is turning out to be an important year for Soundcloud. Rightholders are pushing hard for compensation, but have been slow to sign deals; thus, thwarting a much needed effort. Continue reading
Connecting With Fans Through Messaging Apps
Communication is always a priority, you can never seem to have enough of it. It’s no wonder that messaging apps and services are continuing to see a growth trend. There are. Continue reading
Vadio Adds $7.5 Million Funding For Music Video Distribution, Names New COO
Online video has become as (or even more) important as radio to music discovery and marketing; and Vadio has found a significant niche by providing the tech that helps labels. Continue reading