Legislators Introduce “Save Our Stages Act” To Aid Independent Venues
While the music industry as a whole – and independent venues in particular – continue to face major challenges in the wake of the pandemic, new legislation being put forth. Continue reading
Guide To Creating Great Music With Online Software
Like it or not, COVID-19 is forcing musicians to change how they create. With something as simple as band practice now a potentially dangerous activity, artists need to find new. Continue reading
Live Nation’s Drive-In Gigs Were Doomed From The Start: Here’s Why
It was recently announced that Live Nation would be scrapping it’s planned set of summer drive-in shows in the UK this year, including performances by several major artists and a. Continue reading
Maintaining Artist, Fan Connections 6 Feet Apart
With venue doors closed and tours cancelled across the world, artists are being forced to reinvent not only their careers but also their relationships with fans. So how does one. Continue reading
How Coronavirus Is Impacting The Music Business [July 2020]
Worsening cases in many parts of the United States have likely put the kibosh any lingering hopes of seeing live music in 2020, but the pandemic’s impact on the music. Continue reading
Indie Venues vs. COVID-19: What Is The New Normal? [Fast FWD Panel Recap]
In this recap of a recent music business panel featuring industry heavy hitters, we look at the tenuous future of independent venues in the wake of COVID-19 and what the. Continue reading
An Artist’s Perspective: ‘Let’s Take A Breath For A Better World’
In this op-ed plea for solidarity, German independent artist Leslie Mandoki calls on the music industry to come together during this time of global crisis to aid and support each other.. Continue reading
5 Ways To Bring Concerts & Tours Back [Video]
While few think that a “Herd Immunity Music Fest” is there answer, there are ways that some version of touring can resume in the near future. Guest post by James. Continue reading
Sales Of Recording Gear Soaring During COVID-19. Just Ask Sweetwater CEO
Concerts may be cancelled, but that doesn’t people have stopped making music. In fact, the reverse seems to be true, with sales of recording gear spiking in the wake of. Continue reading
Live Music’s Future [Video]
As the ongoing pandemic continues to put a long term hold on all concerts and tours, industry professionals are looking ahead at when the live music experience can return, and. Continue reading
COVID-19’s Impact On The Global Music Industry, Part 2: Geography
Chartmetric is working to assist artists, songwriters, and others in the music and entertainment industry to improve their well-being during this pandemic by providing analytical data on the effect COVID-19. Continue reading
