Songwriting & Music Publishing

‘Carlton Dance’ Too Simple To Copyright says Copyright Office

In a setback in actor and dance innovator Alfonso Ribeiro's battle against game creators, the U.S. Copyright Office has ruled that his “Carlton Dance” cannot be copyrighted.

Bruce Houghton on 02/18/2019 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How To Make The Most Of A Song, Album Premier

It's a cutthroat industry out there, and when time comes for you to throw your hat in the ring and release new music, it's up to you to do everything. Continue reading

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5 Things You Need To Have Ready Before You Tell Anyone About Your Music

Having music is all well and good, but when it comes to getting a relevant party interested, your ephemeral window of opportunity can't be wasted. Here we Chris Robley details. Continue reading

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Article 13 Finalized And It Will Change The Music Industry

EU negotiators have agreed on the final text of the new sweeping Copyright Directive in the Digital Single Market, including language on the contentious Article 13 clause.

Bruce Houghton on 02/15/2019 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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The Elusive Obelus: Streaming’s Issue With Denominators

Here Christian Castle details issues regarding streaming rates, and the problem in the formula which prevents the creation of long-term shareholder value, and instead gives an immediate short-term rush to. Continue reading

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YouTube’s ContentID System Being Repurposed By Blackmailers Thanks To Its Failings

YouTube's content ID system has long been maligned by the music industry for its multifaceted failings. The minimal staffing YouTube provides regarding copyright claims has left the system vulnerable to. Continue reading

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Amuse To Utilize Machine Learning To Calculate Royalty Advances

Royalty advances are typically an unpredictable shot in the dark about what an artist is worth, with publishers seeking to keep it as low as possible, while artists work to. Continue reading

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Being A Successful Musician: What Actually Matters

While talent and ability are certainly important factors when it comes be becoming a successful artist, more important still is differentiation. Here we look at what it means to separate. Continue reading

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Inaugural Music Business Power 10 List [Glenn Peoples]

As a kind of response to Billboard's most recent 'Powe 100' list, Glenn Peoples has here assembled a power list of individuals in the music industry who hold a significant. Continue reading

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How Artists Can Drive Brand Partnerships

With such a high volume of new music constantly being released, artists and their music have a difficult time breaking through and getting traction among listeners. That said, the upheaval. Continue reading

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