TUE. NEWS BRIEF: SFXE Still Losing Millions • Live Nation Revenue Up • Music Ad $ Will Top $1B • LiveXLive • More

Tuesday 8.11.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE 

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Revenue For Indie Artists In Unlikely Places

Changes in the structure of the music industry over the past few years have precipitated the rise of third party publishing companies. Here we speak with the CEO of one such company, Lip. Continue reading

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Social Media Analytics For Musicians [Dave Kusek]

Social media is one of a musician’s best tools when it comes to reaching their fanbase, but it can also be the most frustrating aspect of an artist’s career. You can spend a lot of time posting only to have your posts only reach a small fraction of your followers on Facebook or receive no engagement on Twitter.
Of course, there are a lot of articles written on this topic that will give you all kinds of tips and tricks to boost the activity on your social media pages and grow your following. You should definitely take some time to familiarize yourself with the platforms, different engagement strategies, and the Facebook algorithm, and this free guide is a great place to start. But if you’re still struggling to make an impression, it’s time to look inward.

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3 Standout Music Apps From SXSW V2V

Pretty much everyone involved in the music the music industry is aware of Austin's annual SXSW, but they may not be as familiar with SXSW V2V, a festival which focuses. Continue reading

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AM NEWS BRIEF: Trouble @ TIDAL? • Dre Announces Release On Beats 1 • Facebook Debuts Livestreams • More

Monday 8.3.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE 

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Imogen Heap On Mycelia: A Fair Trade Music Business Inspired By Bitcoin Blockchain

In Part 6 of his series, music business scholar and entrepreneur George Howard continues his interview with musician, artist and inventor Imogen Heap on her  Blockchain inspired democratic artist technology platform and how it. Continue reading

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Union Square Ventures’ Andy Weissman On The Blockchain And The Music Rights ‘Nirvana State’

Today in part 5 of his series, music business scholar and entrepreneur George Howard continues his exploration of  Blockchain technology in a conversation with venture capitalist Any Weissman who shares his vision. Continue reading

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AM NEWS BRIEF: T-Mobile Makes Apple Music Data Free • ITunes Disappoints • “Happy Birthday” Battle • Twitter • More

Wednesday 7.29.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE 

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Bitcoin and Music: An Interview with Artist and Composer Zoe Keating

While there are obstacles to its adoption, Bitcoin Blockchain has the potential to revolutionize how music is monetized. Today, in part three of a series, music business scholar and entrepreneur George Howard interviews. Continue reading

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4 Lies They Taught You In Music School

While a college education theoretically prepares one for life in the real world, the reality is often quite different. Here are a few misconceptions that recent college grads may have. Continue reading

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This Week in Music Commentary

This week in music commentary, a revealing poll regarding Apple users, the Bitcoin Blockchain, and the value (or lack thereof) of music services recommending new music. 

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