Pandora Expands Independent Artist Music Submissions Tool
Pandora is expanding its Independent Artist Submissions tool to make it easier to submit music for consideration. Unlike Spotify, Apple Music and even Pandora's own Premium streaming service, not all. Continue reading
Apple Music Launches Shazam Chart Of Hot Songs Chart From New Artists
Apple Music has added the "Shazam Discovery Top 50" chart and playlist designed to "unearth up-and-coming songs from breaking artists." The music industry has become increasingly focused on early identification. Continue reading
Spotify Test Drive Higher Prices In Scandinavia
Having accrued an impressive number of subscribers, Spotify is planning to hike up prices on its home turf, increasing the cost of its family plan in Scandinavia by 14%. Whether. Continue reading
Dept. Of Justice Backs Led Zeppelin In ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Copyright Dispute
Its a headline that would have been unimaginable in the 1970s, but it's true. The U.S. Department of Justice is backing Led Zeppelin in their long-running copyright dispute over the. Continue reading
Chance The Rapper Passes 1 Billion Streams On Soundcloud
Chance the Rapper has become the first independent SoundCloud Premier creator to hit a billion streams. The Chicago native’s upload of his "#10Day" mixtape 8 years ago introduced his music. Continue reading
Spotify Upgrades Family Plan. Are Higher Prices Next?
Spotify has launched an upgraded Spotify Premium Family at the same $14.99 price. The upgrade comes alongside a reported Spotify Family price increase test in Scandanavia and pressure from rightsholders. Continue reading
Bobby Owsinski Looks At Apple Music For Artists
Although Apple Music has consistently taken home the gold for paying artists the most per stream, but was coming up short in other artist services. In an effort to close. Continue reading