Magic + Generosity = The Fan Crush
A Riff On Seth Godin: I've had more aha moments with Seth Godin than anyone else, hands down. The latest while reading his post on how brands create fans.. Continue reading
Ryan Leslie Goes Direct To Fans: Building Community, Bypassing iTunes
Musician and producer Ryan Leslie took a break from studio work to fill me in on his direct to fan approach that features personal communication and a private fan network.. Continue reading
Twitter: Not Just For Kids Anymore [STUDY, CHARTS]
As of May 2013, 72% of US adult web users use social networks. That's up from 67% in just 5 months. Twitter has driven some of the growth, with user numbers. Continue reading
Music Marketing Meets Story Bumping On Facebook’s New News Feed
Last week Facebook took a big step forward with a press conference detailing specific changes in how posts appear in the central stream of updates called the News Feed. However. Continue reading
Google Integrates SoundCloud With Google+, Search
Google has added the ability to share any SoundCloud URL to Google+ circles via a widget that appears automatically within the post. And because Google search pulls social results from. Continue reading
Lady Gaga: Only “Fans And Music Scholars” Are Worth Listening To
"Dont focus on ANY blogger criticism." tweeted Lady Gaga. "I have been a producer/songwriter/musician for over 10 years. Trust the artist bloggers are not critics." "The fans + music. Continue reading
Top Ad Agency Edelman Tells Brands How To Engage The Ever-Evolving Music Fan
As music consumption continues to evolve, money from big brands has become increasingly important. Sponsorships, licensing, ongoing initiatives like Converse's Fader Fort and more, all help power the modern music. Continue reading
ONErpm Expands YouTube Multi-Channel Music Network, Seeks New Members [EXCLUSIVE]
Digital music distributor ONErpm continues its move into broadcasting with the expansion of its YouTube Multi-Channel Network (MCN). ONErpm offers select network member channels improved ad rates, Content ID for. Continue reading
Twitter #Music Upgrades Music Discovery Options, Adds 12 More Countries
Twitter has released a major update to its #Music iOS App which provide new avenues for music discovery. Users can now listen to artists' top tracks, similar artists, and the. Continue reading
REWIND: New Music Industry’s Last Week In Review
Tunecore Founders Link Startup Audiam To DistroKid To Offer Cheaper Music Distribution Leap Motion Controller 3D Music Apps: From Useless To Outstanding Facebook Encourages Liking A Page If You Like. Continue reading
Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. & Indie Music
3 Approaches To Creating A Viral Music Video Kosha Dillz: 8 Reasons Why I Have Not Blown Up Yet YouTube Adds D2F Marketing, Live Streams and Other Options To Most. Continue reading