The social and streaming power of black female artists, fans
In the wake of Women’s History Month in the US, the good people at Chartmetric are highlighting the Black female artists and fans working to bridge the music inudstry’s gender. Continue reading
Spotify set to launch Clubhouse competitor
In an effort to maintain its dominance over the audio space, Spotify is apparently acquiring the company behind the rapidly growing Locker Room app, an audio based social network in. Continue reading
Spotify acquires Locker Room to add ‘new live audio experiences’ [and take on Clubhouse]
Spotify has acquired Betty Labs, the creators of Locker Room, a popular social live audio app that’s been described as Clubhouse for sports fans. The acquisition of Locker Room accelerates Spotify’s. Continue reading
Guide to making Spotify Canvas videos (on any budget!)
While Spotify’s expansion of Spotify Canvas to all artists has been good news for those bands and musicians looking to more deeply engage fans, there has been little guidance provided. Continue reading
How Camilo uses Music + Talk to connect with his fans
While the sudden onset of the pandemic meant Camilo was forced to scrap a tour supporting his 2020 album, the Latin Grammy-winning artist has found another way to forge a. Continue reading
Spotify launches ‘Loud & Clear’ initiative for streaming transparency
Since streaming’s inception, artists and songwriters have frequently been left in the dark when it comes to why and how their royalties and payouts are calculated. In what appears to. Continue reading
Spotify To Report Q1
Spotify Technology S.A. (NYSE: SPOT) will share first-quarter 2021 financial results on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 before the markets open. The company will also hold a question and answer session. Continue reading
Could Spotify and Clubhouse be the perfect match? [VIDEO]
In an effort to further stand out from their streaming competitors, Spotify appears to be floating the idea of a possible merger with audio-focused social media platform Clubhouse – but. Continue reading
5 Things To Consider When Planning A Live Stream Concert
While certainly not as favored as in-person shows, live-streaming concerts has given bands and artists a level of autonomy and control not often afforded on an actual stage. In this. Continue reading
Don’t give up on third-party playlists! They still matter for emerging artists
While ‘official’ playlists have become something of a Holy Grail for artists promoting their music, certain third-party playlists continue to have significant pull when it comes to getting your music. Continue reading
IMPALA proposes 10-point plan to make the most of streaming, grow the music market in a fair way
The Brussels-based organization IMPALA – which represents independent music companies – recently debuted a ten-point plan aimed at making the most of streaming, and addressing a need to grow the. Continue reading
