Songwriters ‘Poor Man’s Copyright’: Separating Truth From Fiction
The "poor man's copyright" wherein artists mail or email themselves some form of their song fixed in a tangible medium, is often thrown around in creative music circles as a. Continue reading
How To Get Publicity To Promote Your Music
While many artists may consider music publicity to be something that they need to bother with unless they hit the big time, but the reality is something quite different. Here. Continue reading
#RIP Tommy Page [Bill Werde]
Thomas Alden "Tommy" Page (May 24, 1970 – March 3, 2017) had experienced music industry from every angle. Page started his career with a 1990 hit single "I'll Be Your. Continue reading
The Downsides Of Releasing Music Often Instead Of Rarely
In this second installment of a two-part series, Hugh McIntyre explores how the timing and frequency with which you as an artist release music can effect the success of said. Continue reading
Apple Claims To Be Leading Way On Song Metadata To “Ensure Songwriters Get Paid”
Often known for it's progressive behavior in the tech industry, Apple is taking steps to encourage artists to get their music's copyright registered with one of several relevant publishing organizations although. Continue reading
The Real Costs of Music Publishing
Let’s talk about running a music publishing company. Whether you are just starting, or operating a publisher as we speak, it is important to know when and why to spend. Continue reading
Matt FX On Being A Music Supervisor
At the ripe age of 25, Matt FX shares how he found his way from performing as a soprano at age ten into the career of music supervisor, working on. Continue reading
Why DMCA’s Notice & Takedown Already Has 1st Amendment Problems, Plus RIAA/MPAA Want To Make It Worse
The notice-and-takedown portion of the DMCA has ended it's second comment period, and has shown itself to be maneuvering around a high standard set by the Supreme Court regarding expressive. Continue reading
