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Thursday 7.16.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE 

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Top 5 Most Irritating And Ineffective Ways Bands Promote Their Music

For many artists, utilizing web technology and social media to promote their music is often a tricky process and one which, if done incorrectly, can alienate fans rather than draw them in.. Continue reading

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UPDATE: Facebook Explores Music Video Service, Denies Music Streaming Plans

[UPDATE] The term "game changing" is overused, but Facebook launching a music service would deserve the descriptor. Tens of millions consuming music on the same platform that they share their likes and. Continue reading

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2015: The Year Of The Fan Club

While there are many different forms of social media in place designed to help artists connect with fans and drive revenue, creating an exclusive web-based fan club without involving a. Continue reading

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6 Ways to Connect With Your Audience at Events

We’ve talked about all the ways you can engage with your audience online, and that is FanBridge’s primary focus. However, it’s also important to make sure that you give 110% to. Continue reading

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Beginners Guide To Twitter Hashtags

More than most strategies, hashtags are a simple and effective way to boost engagement on Twitter (and Instagram, but that's another post). But hashtags can also be a bit confusing.. Continue reading

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Why People Like Other Streaming Services More than Apple Music

With the recent launch of Apple Music there is a full-on war going on on the music streaming market. Apple Music is praised for its high quality sound, artist selection. Continue reading

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Apple Music, iOS 8.4 To Launch 8AM PT Tuesday, Beats 1 Live Radio Follows At 9AM [Ian Rogers]

[UPDATED] Tuesday is launch day for Apple Music and Apple executives including Ian Rogers (remember him?) were busy on social media over the weekend sharing details of the unveiling.

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Step By Step Guide To Verifying Your Official Social Media Profiles

A good start to protecting your name and brand is to authenticate and verify your social media profiles online. Some sites have to grace you with verification (Twitter, Instagram) while. Continue reading

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4 Social Media Mistakes Your Band Can’t Afford to Make

Navigating social media as an independent band or artist is a subjective effort, like anything else in your DIY endeavors. Still, there are methods commonly regarded as either successful or. Continue reading

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