Spotify UK Reports Booming Revenue, New Focus On Advertising
Revenues at streaming music service Spotify’s UK division were up sharply, driven by sustained paid subscriber growth in 2016. According to Spotify's latest financial statement, which covers the fiscal year ending. Continue reading
TUE. BRIEF: Sony Streaming Revenue Tops $1B • Bronfman Launches VC • GUTS Tickets Adds $2.5M • More
TUESDAY 10.31.17 Music Business News From Around The Web This Halloween is less scary for the music industry than any in more than a decade, but obstacles remain. Updated continuously. Continue reading
THU. BRIEF: Pharrell Invests In Roli Music Tech • BBR Labels Swing To ADA • Virginia Gets Vinyl Plant • More
THURSDAY 10.26.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Pharrell's new role at Roli is indicative of increasing activity in music tech that democratizes music making. Updated continuously under our More. Continue reading
THU. BRIEF: Songkick, Ticketmaster Suit To Continue • Songtrust Expands To EU • Bull Riders Launch Label • More
THURSDAY 10.19.17 Music Business News From Around The Web I barely understand the facts in this case, but I'm rooting for David (Songkick) to beat Goliath (Ticketmaster). Updated continuously under our More. Continue reading
Goldenvoice’s Lesley Olenik Jumps To Live Nation
Long-time Goldenvoice veteran Lesley Olenik has left the company for a new role as Vice President of Touring at Live Nation. Based in Los Angeles, Olenik will report to Omar. Continue reading
Chatbots: Reality Or Hype?
Chatbots, also known simply as bots or interactive agents, are programs designed to mimic human conversation via text or audio. The implication of these programs for the music industry could. Continue reading
TUE BRIEF: Feds Fund Arts, PBS • Twitter, Live Nation To Stream Concerts • Indies Talk Music Tech • More
TUESDAY 5.2.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Twitter's live streaming are an extension of it's "now" brand, but is this how we want to watch concerts? Updated under. Continue reading
FRI. BRIEF: Spotify Compromises As Label Deals Near • Vevo Adds Watch Party • SXSW Update • More
3.17.17 Music Biz News From Around The Web If rumors are true, Spotify will allow Premium windowing – a move that could both boost early sales and increase paid subscriptions.. Continue reading
10 Graphic Design Trends To Make Your Next Music Project Pop
I often advise my students at Berklee Online and the musicians that we work with at Skyline Artists that it is smart resource allocation to spend a little bit extra on. Continue reading
