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Apple To Raise Cloud Music Library Limit From 25,000 to 100,000 Songs

[UPDATED] Apple execs were particularly active on social media over the weekend , ahead of Tuesday's launch of Apple Music, Beats 1 radio and iOS8.4. Ian Rogers shared more exact launch. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/29/2015 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Taylor Swift’s Newest Album “1989” Will Be Available On Apple Music

We may never know if there were backroom negotiations, payments were made (she insists not) or if Taylor Swift just liked how Apple reversed course after her open letter and. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2015 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (1)
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This Just In: Taylor Swift Is Not The Savior Artists Need

I'm going to do something crazy and generally not advised on the internet: I'm going to try to make a nuanced argument that cannot be summarized just in the title. Continue reading

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7 Music Myths New Bands Should Avoid

There are many myths out there on how to "Make It" in the music business. In today's article we debunk some of those myths on MusicThinkTank.com

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DON’T SIGN YOUR CONTRACT YET! Apple Music NOT Likely To Pay Full Royalties During Free Trials

Recork the champagne and put your pen back in the drawer. When Apple exec Eddie Cue reversed course, promising Taylor Swift and the world that "artists will be paid" during. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/23/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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“We hear you Indie Artists.” Apple Shifts Gears, Will Pay During 90 Day Free Music Trial

The independent music community protested and Apple listened.  Whether the decision was based on a love of music, being faced with the prospect of launching a music service sans indie. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/22/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (3)
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Full Text Of Taylor Swift’s Letter To Apple Music

Overnight Apple reversed course and said that it will compensate artists and labels for streaming during its controversial free 90 day trial. The shift came after a week of protests. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/22/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Apple Music’s Beats1 Radio Goes Live At 9AM PT On June 30th

I'm fond of referring to Apple Music's live online radio station Beats1 as Jimmy Iovine's wet dream. After all, what music exec wouldn't want to have such influence over a. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/19/2015 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (1)
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The Bundle Deal: The Miracle of Spotify’s Paid Subscription Numbers

We all knew it was coming.  Of course Spotify was going to answer back the big ballyhoo of Apple Music’s underwhelming unveiling. 

Guest Post on 06/16/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Going Direct-To-Fan In A Streaming World [By PledgeMusic President Benji Rogers]

Apple recently made waves with the announced launch of their new Apple Music services. PledgeMusic co-founder and President Benji Rogers says it’s a seismic shift that means great things for. Continue reading

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#50shadesofgreen – Spotify Changes Logo Color, Net Reacts Negatively

Spotify's logo has, shall we say, evolved over time. Perhaps its just a restless design team, or maybe Daniel Ek really thinks it needs improvement.Either way, the latest Spotify logo makeover is. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/16/2015 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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