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Ask An Entertainment Attorney: 6 Common Questions

Even if you’re great at music, plunging into the business side of the music business can be an incredibly intimidating prospect. To get you started on the right legal foot,. Continue reading

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French Rights Society SACEM Anticipates 25% Drop in 2020 Collections

Much like the rest of the music industry, French rights society SACEM is staring down a 25% dip in their 2020 collections as a result of lockdown. Here CEO Jean-Noël. Continue reading

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Pro Music PR Tips From eOne, Better Noise Music, And More [Video]

In this edition of the new digital webinar series Haulix LIVE!, we hear conversation from music industry heavy hitters on the ins and outs of promotion and publicity. Guest post. Continue reading

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rightsHUB Adds Gracenote, DJ Monitor, BMAT, Soundmouse, Yacast Music Recognition, Jaxsta Integration

rightsHUB has added integrations with major music recognition services to its music rights data and asset management platform that enable users to register songs in a single upload.  The integration. Continue reading

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Who Owns The MLC Database of Songs?

Those keeping up with copyright will doubtless be aware of the new developments surrounding the Music Modernization Act, and the establishment of blanket licensing, curtesy of the Mechanical Licensing Collective.. Continue reading

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6 Things To Keep In Mind When Picking A Digital Music Distributor

Once you’ve completed production of an album, it’s time to actually release your music to the world. This final decision of which digital distributor to use is incredibly important –. Continue reading

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How To Sell Yourself (Even When You’re Terrible At It)

While artists and musicians may not like to think of themselves as salespeople, the reality is that, for your music to be your career, you need to sell it. Here. Continue reading

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I Own The Sound Recording Of My Song – How Do I Make Money?

The world of of music copyright can seem muddled and complex, but understanding how to earn revenue from your music is essential. Here we break down what sort of royalties. Continue reading

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Skepta Turns Up Heat With ‘Ignorance Is Bliss’ Album Campaign [CASE STUDY]

In this piece, we look at how chart-topping UK rapper and producer Skepta and has team planned and executed a successful global promotional campaign for the rapper’s fifth album Ignorance. Continue reading

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Session Musician’s Career Survival Guide To The Pandemic

The current pandemic has effected everyone working in the music industry, and while closed venues and cancelled tours grab most of the headlines, things are also difficult for session musicians.. Continue reading

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Top Indies Secretly, Ghostly International Merge

Two top independent music groups Secretly and Ghostly International have merged operations. Under the deal, record label Ghostly International and publisher Ghostly Songs are now Secretly affiliates, with Ghostly Songs administered through. Continue reading

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