WED. BRIEF: Spinal Tap Creators Join $400M Lawsuit • Spotify, AccuWeather Partner • YouTube Expands Live • More
WEDNESDAY 2.8.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Which is sadder? Rock stars way past their prime or a multi-billion company ripping off the parody of aging rock stars. Continue reading
Spotify Adds ‘Discover Weekly’ Style Concert Recommendation Emails, Partners With Ticketmaster
Spotify is using the same recommendation technology that powers its popular Discover Weekly feature to drive additional touring revenue for artists. And as if to prove it's truly the Switzerland. Continue reading
Instagram Is Testing Live Video
Instagram is testing live video. Considering how much Facebook is emphasizing live video, it should come as no surprise that one if its biggest acquisitions – Instagram – would also. Continue reading
WED. BRIEF: Gaye Heirs Sue Sheeran • Cox BMG $25M Verdict Affirmed • Fox Orders Shazam Show • More
Wednesday 8.10.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Between the DoJ and lawsuits like Sheeran's once safe publishing is looking as risky as the rest of the music business.. Continue reading
Judges Denies Claims Of 29 Prince “Heirs”, Official Tribute Concert Begins To Take Shape
29 would-be heirs to the Prince estate were excluded, and other previously unchallenged heirs will be forced to undergo genetic testing, a judge ruled last week. Simultaneously, an official tribute. Continue reading