The future of Latin urban music is evolving at breakneck speed, blending underground innovation with mainstream appeal. From the raw, rebellious edge of Neoperreo to the futuristic twists of deconstructed reggaeton and hyperpop, new waves of sounds are redefining the genre.
Struggling to keep fans engaged between releases and tours? Explore these 10 strategies to help maintain excitement, grow your audience, and stay top of mind, even when you’re not dropping new tracks.
Online radio is making a comeback, as music listeners get tired of the same old algorithms guiding their listening experience. If streamers want to stay on top, they may need to reintegrate that human-touch listeners crave.
MIDiA reports on how hit songs have changed in just five years, from evolving song structures to genre-blending trends. Find out what’s driving the shift and whether the latest chart-topping trends are here to stay.
The music streaming industry is at a breaking point, with artists facing dwindling payouts in an expanding market. Can price segmentation be the solution to avoid the music streaming Malthusian trap and restore fairness for creators?
Napster, the platform that triggered the streaming revolution in 1999, has been acquired by Infinite Realty, a digital media and ecommerce company for $207 million.
Streaming loves cheap content as the race to deliver more for less heats up. Wth Spotify, YouTube, Netflix and all of streaming embracing low cost content, the lines between music, video, and TV are blurring.
Is the traditional music career model dead? Learn about Bedroom Pop and how a new generation of artists are building fanbases without leaving their bedrooms.
A busy week by any definition, music industry news was no exception, with YouTube topping competitors, Spotify stocks continuing on the rise, and more…
The global recorded music market reached $36.2 billion in 2024, growing 6.5%. However, streaming’s growth is slowing, and DSPs are gaining more power, reports MIDiA.
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