Gibson Guitar Formalizes Hands-Off IP Enforcement Approach Through Authorized Partnership Program
In the wake of a recent rash of lawsuits surrounding Gibson Guitar, the company has formalized its IP enforcement approach into something called an authorized partnership program. While a step. Continue reading
TikTok Acquires AI Music Pioneer Jukedeck
TikTok parent Bytedance has acquired UK based music AI startup Jukedeck, according to multiple reports. The purchase, which could offer AI-created music to TikTok's 500 million global users even as. Continue reading
Piracy Is Not The Problem, Free YouTube and Spotify Are, says Music Industry Trade Group
With efforts to fight music piracy seen as largely successful, at least one music trade group executive is saying out loud what others in the industry have only dared whisper. Continue reading
Building A Thriving Music Ecosystem: An Interview with Bandsintown Co-founder Fabrice Sergent
“Live music is one of the last tribal experiences which connect people in unique manners, to live their passions, express their personalities and ultimately bring more happiness and understanding to. Continue reading
Secrets For Digitally Advertising Around Your Next Tour
We have reached a point where artists can run digital advertising simultaneously across Facebook, Instagram, and even YouTube with relative ease, but with your budget likely already tight, making every. Continue reading
Etsy Acquires Musical Instrument Marketplace Reverb For $275 Million
Reverb has a sign a deal to be acquired by Etsy for $275 million. The cash deal for the new and used musical instrument marketplace is expected to be finalized. Continue reading
ROCCR Is A Non-Profit, Transparent PledgeMusic
UPDATED: As the effects of the collapse of crowdfunder PledgeMusic rippled through the music community, Iain Baker of UK rock group Jesus Jones was one of its most outspoken critics. . Continue reading
Stream Rippers Easily Circumvent YouTube Blocking
Last week, YouTube successfully blocked several major stream-ripping sites, according to multiple reports. Now, most of them have found a way to circumvent the blockhead. Stream ripping is currently the number. Continue reading
