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THE PITCH: Localized Concert Discovery App DoStuff

THE PITCH today comes from concert discovery app DoStuff. There are a number of startups working on concert discovery. BandsInTown and Songkick, for example, share info provided from artists, agents and. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 09/30/2015 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)
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The iPad Pro: A Boon To Musicians

Although Apple's latest jumbo version of the iPad has been met with a lukewarm reception in many circles, the new plus size device offers several exciting possibilities for musicians involving. Continue reading

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How Darius Rucker Uses Ampsy, Hootsuite To Connect With Fans [CASE STUDY]

During a recent tour, Darius Rucker's team were able to use Ampsy for Hootsuite to identify the artist's superfans and offer them a VIP experience. Here we look at what. Continue reading

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17 Ways To Make Money Selling Tickets On Your Website

When we think of ticket sales in the music industry, we usually think of large concerts or festivals, but there are many other types of events which can be ticketed. Continue reading

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Why Is the Live Music Business Living in the Last Century?

While concerts remain popular and one of the primary ways in which artists make money, there is a lost opportunity at live shows with regard to data collection. If utilized, this. 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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Live Nation & Yahoo Renew Concert Streaming Partnership

Yahoo and Live Nation spent the past year live-streaming a concert every day and  with the first year drawing to a close on July 14th, the numbers are in and. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 07/24/2015 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Civil Rights Group Pressures GM Over Kid Rock Tour Sponsorship

After Kid Rock announced his plans to continue flying the confederate battle flag at concerts, a group of activist investors is pressuring General Motors over their sponsorship of the artist.

Bruce Houghton on 07/15/2015 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Doppler Labs Adds $17 Million, Investors Include Live Nation, UMG, WME

Not just protecting your ears, but offering an enhanced music experience is the aim of the earphones created at Doppler Labs. A big cash infusion should help them bring the. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 07/07/2015 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Nation, Universal Music, WME Invest In Doppler Labs

Increasingly mainstream music organizations are placing relatively small bets on music-related technology startups. Doppler Labs is not the first foray into music tech for investors Live Nation, Universal Music Group or William Morris.

Bruce Houghton on 06/23/2015 in Music Tech | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Playing An Unconventional Gig? Use Unconventional Promotion.

Playing unconventional music venues can be a great way to expand your brand. Make those gigs a success through creative promotion, storytelling, and finding a unique narrative.

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