2nd Class Status For Indie Music Avoided As Pandora, Webcasters Told To Pay Same Rates As Majors, A2IM Responds
[UPDATED] A recent question from the Copyright Royalty Board the the U.S. Register Of Copyrights sent shock waves through the independent music community. Could webacasters pay major and indie labels. Continue reading
Who Will Save The Music Industry This Week?
Things have certainly been looking grim for the music industry in many areas, and what exactly is needed to turn things around has a been a subject of constant debate among. Continue reading
Victory Records Is Back On Spotfy
After a much publicized spat over unpaid royalties which led to the entire Victory Records catalog being removed from Spotify, the indie label is back on the music streamer. No. Continue reading
3 Mistakes Musicians Make That Sabotage Their Own Careers
Establishing a good reputation is hugely important when it comes to marketing your music, and while your interactions with others in the industry can be an excellent way to establish. Continue reading
REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
A look at the what the world of music recognition technology has to offer, Adele's VEVO record, how musicians can save their hearing, plus much, much more as we cycle. Continue reading
Indie Label For Sale On Craigslist For Just $5000
Running your own indie record label has probably been the dream of every Hypebot reader – unless of course you are one of those brave souls already living our dreams.. Continue reading
Indies Outpace Majors, Retain #1 Mark Share
From A2IM: In the issue dated July 25, 2015, Billboard reported mid-year market share numbers – Indies continue to be #1 based on copyright ownership, the only appropriate market share. Continue reading
Rich Bengloff Steps Down As President Of A2IM
After more than 8 years at the helm of independent music's largest US based trade organization, A2IM, president Rich Bengloff is stepping down. Bengloff can be credited with successfully steering. Continue reading
