5 Reasons You Should Know About Metadata

Although it's not something all musicians discuss or even understand, Metadata is critically important, it is essential it be correct and complete before being entered and distributed to the masses,. Continue reading

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The Orchard Acquires Two Top European Music Distributors and Merlin CEO Charles Caldas Isn’t Happy

Music and film distributor The Orchard is acquiring two leading European independent music distributors – Germany's finetunes and Norway's Phonofile – from holding company SendR SE. But some in the. Continue reading

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How To Gain Twitter Followers In 2017 [VIDEO]

When they zig on Twitter, you should zag, says music marketer Sunny Stuart Winter. Sunny used his time at university to research social media influence and the psychology and sociology of. Continue reading

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ASCAP Reports Record $1B Revenue Fueled By 41% Increase In Streaming Income

ASCAP has announced the collection of record-high revenues of $1.059 billion in 2016 and distributed more than $918 million to its songwriter, composer and music publisher members.  Distributions were up 5.6%. Continue reading

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Musicians React To SXSW Contract That Threatens To Inform Immigration Authorities, Festival Responds

SXSW has been dragged kicking and screaming into the immigration debate thanks to its official contract which threatens to notify U.S. immigration authorities if an artist plays official or unofficial. Continue reading

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How Do Bands Effectively Manage Royalties And Contracts?

When an up and coming band begins to see appreciable success, they may not have the best idea as to how to manage the new income being earned off of. Continue reading

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CHANGES @ INgrooves • A2IM • United Talent Agency • Wembley Arena • More

Indie distributor INgrooves has nabbed global digital distribution and label services with ONELOVE music group. Now in its 15th year, the top Australian-based  EDM music brand is involved promoting, touring,. Continue reading

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Sony’s Obermann Moves To WMG As Chief Digital Officer, EVP Biz Dev

Warner Music Group has hired Sony's Ole Obermann to oversee the company’s global business development, with a focus on new digital revenue opportunities and streaming.

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. And Indie Music

We have a plethora of advice for independent and DIY musicians this week, with tips ranging from how promote your show or event offline, to how you can better stay. Continue reading

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This Week In Music Commentary

This week's music commentary section features opinions on why artists should embrace the new 360 model,  why ghost producers are ruining EDM, how live streaming is forever altering the music. Continue reading

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