REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
In this re-visitation of full week of music industry news, we take another look at the impending death of net neutrality, whether cassettes are becoming the next vinyl, YouTube's launch. Continue reading
TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
Some of the most popular and frequently read posts from the world of music business this week included an explanation of why Spotify can't turn a profit while Netflix can,. Continue reading
Lupe Fiasco Announces New Release, Launches Indie Label with Nashville’s Thirty Tigers
When Lupe Fiasco left Atlantic for 2014, it was the assumed that the Grammy winning rapper would land at another major. But for his first release since, Fiasco has chosen. Continue reading
REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
Before moving on to what will doubtless be another full week of music industry happenings, we're taking a moment to revisit important stories from the past seven days including SoundCloud's. Continue reading
Small Goals For Maximum Success In 2017
For those wondering why 2016 didn't bring them the fame and fortune they were seeking in their music career, part of this issue could be the size of their goals.. Continue reading
Major Labels, Streaming Music Services Endorse Competing Hi-Resolution Audio Formats @CES
High resolution audio, which delivers sound quality comparable to the original master studio recordings, offers an opportunity for both record labels and music streamers to increase revenue if – and. Continue reading
Audio Streaming Is Growing MUCH Faster Than Video [CHART]
Competition in music streaming is coming from all sides with Amazon, Google and Pandora and more expanding their services to compete with Spotify and Apple Music. Despite the fact that. Continue reading
Tidal Releases Year End Numbers, Not The Right Ones
Although not exactly a heavy-hitter on the level of Spotify or Apple Music, Tidal has done a good job of staying in the streaming spotlight. With the conclusion of 2016,. Continue reading
AM BRIEF: Spotfify “Must” Find Profitability • Coachella, BottleRock Lineups • Facebook Music ID Plans • More
Wednesday 1.4.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Spotify's efforts to prep for an IPO mean nothing until they are able to close overdue major labels deals. Updated continuously. Continue reading