Country’s Cowboys: Where Have They All Gone?
Country radio has long been a powerful force to be reckoned with in world of broadcast and music in general, but some of those numbers seem to be changing as. Continue reading
Data: Could It Have Saved Beyoncé From Her Recent CMA Flop?
Beyoncé's recent performance at the Country Music Awards alongside the Dixie Chicks was received with a less than warm response. While the flop is unlikely to be problematic long-term, some. Continue reading
Dear Country Music Association, Prove You’re Not Racists By Featuring Beyonce, Dixie Chicks Performance
For many Beyonce's performance of the country inspired "Daddy's Lessons" with the Dixie Chicks was a highlight of this week's CMAs. But the Country Music Association has chosen not to. Continue reading
AM BRIEF: Neil Young Back On Streamers • Dick Clark Sold To Chinese Co. • Racist CMA? • More
TGIFriday 11.4.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Welcome back Neil. Didn't miss you as much as I thought I would. And are headlines that say Dick Clark Prod.. Continue reading
How Production Costs Are Affecting Songwriters
Making a career out of songwriting isn't easy, and even if you do end up writing the next chart topping hit, there's no guarantee that you'll see much of a. Continue reading
Musicians Introduce Us To Their Cities: Nashville, TN
In this article a Nashville dweller shares some of her insights on the best locations in the eastern part of Music City, from a series of unique and charming venues to. Continue reading
Sturgill Simpson Declares War On Nashville: “Conversations are taking place on Music Row to ensure I am blackballed”
Sturgill Simpson has been hailed as the second coming of Hank Williams and Merle Haggard. But despite a lot of lip service, country radio and the Nashville establishment have failed. Continue reading
You’re Buying The Wrong Size T-Shirts And Your Band Is Losing Money [Size Chart]
As music sales decline, making money from merchandise grows in importance and sizing the mech you buy in advance is probably the area where most artists get it wrong. So,. Continue reading
Beers, Blue Jeans, And Broadcast Radio vs. Pandora
For all the criticism leveled at Pandora of late, it seem the popular internet radio service is helping out some mid-tier musicians, or at least those who play country music,. Continue reading
Top Country Artist Kenny Chesney Says Fans Drive His Tour Production
After just 57 dates and 23 stadiums, Kenny Chesney found himself the only country artist making Billboard’s Top 5 Touring Acts of 2015 – alongside Taylor Swift, One Direction,. Continue reading
