Getting A Publicist’s Attention: 3 Creative And Easy Ways

With so many bands and artists out there clamoring for attention, capturing the interest of a publicist becomes quite a challenge. Here are three creative techniques you can employ which will increase. Continue reading

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Warner/Chappell Settles Happy Birthday Suit, Song Enters Public Domain

If you took a poll, most would guess it happened long ago, but no it was  yesterday.  "Happy Birthday" is in the public domain. 

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Pandora Signs Direct Licensing Deal With SONGS Music Publishing

While lawsuits, congressional action and government regulators may get all the headlines,  Pandora's effort to direct license a greater portion of its catalog continues to gain steam providing shareholders a. Continue reading

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Music Publishing News Roundup 12.4.15: Spotify Offers Deep Discounts • New Tidal CEO • The Year In Music

Spotify has just begun offering a 3 month trial of it’s premium service for only 99 cents. While the premium tier typically costs $9.99 a month, the new trial aims. Continue reading

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PUBLISHING NOTES: Warner/Chappell • ASACAP • SOCAN • Ole • UMPG • Round Hill • Deluge • More

Paul Kahn has been named Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer for Warner/Chappell Music. Kahn previously held senior roles at Viacom, EMI, Primedia and Himalaya Capital.  MORE:

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ISRC Agency Announces New US Country Code

It seems that, for the second time, the US has run out of International Standard Recording Codes, the number which is used to identify unique recordings. Luckily, the ISRC Agency is already springing. Continue reading

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How Blockchain And Virtual Reality Can Fix The Music Industry [Benji Rogers]

While music consumption has grown exponentially in recent years, this uptick has failed to translate into profit, with much of the revenue being lost in a murky swamp of missing. Continue reading

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Ask A Publicist: What Top 3 Qualities Do You Look For In A Band?

A publicist in the music business isn't going to team up with just anyone, and certain behaviors can cause a band to quickly get written off. Here, a publicist explains. Continue reading

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Are You Co-Writing Songs? A “Split Sheet” Just Isn’t Enough

When a band enters the recording studio they typically sign a "split sheet," a document which specifies each person's contributions and ownership percentage on a given track. This often isn't a sufficiently detailed. Continue reading

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Why What’s Good for Adele, Sucks For Everyone Else

We often celebrate artists like Adele and Taylor Swift for leading the music industry in a direction of positive change, but the realities of income redistribution mean that their business. Continue reading

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