How I Got Over A Quarter Million Plays On Soundcloud [Bas Grasmayer]
[UPDATED] In this article Bas Grasmayer recounts how sharing music online has changed and evolved over the years, looking at the rise and fall of his time as a net. Continue reading
Spotify Admits To Streaming 300,000 Songs Illegally
At a hearing to judge the merits of a proposed $43.4 million settlement of a class-action lawsuit that would compensate publishers and songwriters for infringement, attorneys representing the interests of. Continue reading
Indie Musicians Have Access To Legal Help – Here’s How
A lot of musicians, particularly those those who don't have a lot of industry clout or feel as though proper legal representation is out of the their reach, a legal. Continue reading
US Copyright Royalty Board Raises Some Music Streaming Royalty Rates For 2018
In what is expected to be the first of several new rate determinations, the United States Copyright Royalty Board has issued a cost of living adjustment for the rates paid. Continue reading
Owning A Piece Of Drake’s Music Now Possible Through The Magic Of Vetz
For the hardcore fan, the idea of owning a piece of their favorite artist's music might well be an enticing one and now, thanks to a company called Vetz.co, artists. Continue reading
Want To Get Noticed By Spotify’s Curators? Build Your Own Playlist
For indie artists seeking to promote their music, Spotify playlists can be an excellent way to get a new release bubbling to the surface for new listeners, but getting your. Continue reading
6 Million Spotify Streams And Growing: Catching Up With British Pop Singer Jerry Williams
At the ripe old age of 21, British indie pop singer/songwriter Jerry Williams has found significant DIY success, reaching over 6 million streams on Spotify. Here she sat down to. Continue reading
5 Music Business Tasks To Complete Before The End Of 2017
As 2017 draws to a close, we look a look at a quick rundown of some important tasks that you should, and in some cases absolutely must) take care of. Continue reading
What’s Not To Like About Facebook’s (Non-Existent) Music Licenses
Owing to their ability to duck behind DMCA 'safe harbor' rules, Facebook has been able to get along without paying royalties on the music which, undeniably, add an appreciable amount. Continue reading
What Composers, Musicians, Should Know About The Proposed Tax Reform Bill
Recently introduced to the House of Representatives, the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" has buried within its pages legislation that could, depending on how the bill develops, dramatically impact the. Continue reading
