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Rap, Rock, Country, EDM, Not Considered ‘Real’ Music In Chicago

Although such a statement might seem outrageous, the fact that these multiple genres are not considered music is actually beneficial, meaning small venues are exempt from paying a "fine arts". Continue reading

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IEBA Industry Award 2016 Nominees Announced

Nominees for the 2016 IEBA Industry Awards have been announced.  The awards will be presented at the Honors & Awards Ceremony on October 11th at 8pm in the CMA Theater at. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 09/02/2016 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Sampling: Breaking Down the Basics

To better understand sampling, a practice which has become ever easier with the development of new technologies, an entertainment and media attorney takes a back-to-the-basics look at how an artist. Continue reading

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6 Social Media Lessons We Can Learn From Music Festivals

When promoting an upcoming show or event on social media, it can be helpful to take a look at the tactics employed by massively successful festivals like Coachella and Tomorrowland.

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A Day In The Life Of A Full-Time Musician

While the life of full-time musician is unlikely to be the same from day to day, there are certain consistencies and things an artist can expect to do/encounter on a. Continue reading

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Are Your Ready To Be Your Own Record Label?

This piece outlines what services a record label should provide for an artist, what an artist should do in order to attract a record label's attention, and why they might be better. Continue reading

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5 Things Songwriters Must Know About Consent Decrees

In this article we discuss how recent major changes to the federal agreement governing how performing rights organizations like ASCAP, SESAC, and BMI operate has much of the music community. Continue reading

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YouTube Music Launches Daring Ad Campaign Featuring A Cross Dressing Teen, Rapping Hijabi Muslim, More [VIDEO]

There are no reliable stats on how many people pay to use YouTube Music, but it clearly lags well behind Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal.  In a move guaranteed to raise awareness,. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 07/19/2016 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (22)
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10 Music Marketing Lessons Learned From Lisa Lepine

Following the recent tragic passing of Lisa Lepine, Chris Robley shares with us ten important music marketing lessons learned from the "ProMotion Queen."

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Merchbar July Hot Merch Includes Jerry Garcia, Drive-By Truckers, Twenty One Pilots and More

Summer mean big festivals and outdoor concerts and that means a surge in merchandise sales.  Here's the latest in this summer's hottest merch via Merchbar, who just cut a deal. Continue reading

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Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Names 2016 Inductees

The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame has announced the five members of its class of 2016. The 31st Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, will take place. Continue reading

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