Spotify Paid Subscribers Double To 20M, Payouts Top $3B

Two days after Apple Music's launch, Spotify is going on the offensive with a campaign to remind us that it got there first and will not be easily defeated. Late. Continue reading

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GETTING IT DONE: The Week In D.I.Y and Indie Music

How much musician's earn online, Janet Jackson going D.I.Y., boosting YouTube plays along with new artist friendly plans from Google, SEO for musicians and the debut of a D.I.Y. music. Continue reading

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Today Is The Last Day Before New Music Seminar Price Increase – Hypebot Has Discount Codes!

Today is  the last day before the price of admission to the New Music Seminar increases and we've got discount codes! Held June 21-23 in New York City, NMS is 3 days and. Continue reading

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Janet Jackson Goes D.I.Y. Via BMG In Biggest Artist Services Deal Ever

Moving from major label releases to d.y.i. with the help of ad hoc teams and labels services firms is not new.  But increasingly major musicians and even mainstream pop artists take control of. Continue reading

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1 Day Left Before New Music Seminar Badge Price Increase – We’ve Got Discount Codes!

At 11:59 PM on this Friday June 5th, the price of admission to the New Music Seminar increases. Held June 21-23 in New York City, NMS is three days and nights of exploring. Continue reading

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Introducing The Merchbar Hot Music Merch Chart

As income from music sales slides, the importance of revenue from touring and merchandise increases. So today, we're debuting The Merchbar Hot Merch Chart on Hypebot. Merchbar pulls together music merchandise. Continue reading

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Steve Albini Takes On ‘Parasitic’ Record Labels And Copyright’s ‘Outdated’ Illusion Of Control

Musician and producer Steve Albini has never been a fan of the recording industry. He posted the definitive essay on how labels screw artists over 20 years ago, and it's just as. Continue reading

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Leadership Music Names 48 Industry Leaders To 27th Annual Class

Leadership Music provides a unique opportunity for industry leaders to meet,  learn with and discuss issues effecting the music business.  I'm proud to have been chosen to be a part. Continue reading

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Ornette Coleman Sues Over Alleged Unauthorized Album Release

Jazz legend Ornette Coleman has filed a lawsuit over a 2014 studio album that bears his name, alleging that it was released without his consent or knowledge. 

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New On Hypebot’s Music Industry Jobs Board: Manager @Punkdafunk + Jobs @FiXTMusic, @TheKnollerGroup

New on our Jobs Board is day to day manager’s position at Punkdafunk, a boutique artist management company; an A&R gig at FiXT Records and an assistant position at The Knoller Group, an artist. Continue reading

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