Apple Updates iTunes, iOS With Major Apple Music, Beats 1 Bug Fixes

When Apple launched Apple Music and Beats 1, the software that delivered it got a major upgrade.  Not all of it worked as promised, leading to a fair amount of. Continue reading

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BandsInTown Launches Direct To Fan Messaging Option

Looking for a way to message fans directly? The concert discovery app BandsInTown has recently announced a way to do just that in an update which could be game changer. Continue reading

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Should Radio Stations Accept A “Listen” Fee For Screening Music?

Could a pay-to-play relationship between artists and DJs be the future of radio? Although historically frowned upon, a business model which allows DJs to screen songs while being paid for. Continue reading

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6 Tips For Promoting Your Music On Spotify

As streaming becomes a more and more popular method of listening to music, being able to effectively promote one's work on services like Spotify is critical to success. Here are. Continue reading

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Is Video The Future of Music Streaming?

In this episode of Music Biz Podcast, we are talking with Bryce Clemmer, who is the co-founder and CEO of Vadio, a Portland-based company that provides an online video platform. Continue reading

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What Apple Music’s 11 Million Trialists Really Mean

How successful has Apple Music actually been? While an initial report of 11 million trial subscribers certainly looks good on paper, the question remains over how many of these trial users. Continue reading

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Most Popular Songs of 2015 So Far

What is good music? Well, this is a question that is hard to answer, because the "goodness" of a tune depends a lot on the listener's tastes and mood. But. Continue reading

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y & Indie Music

This week we have a list of music blogs that genuinely want to hear your music, advice on some unlikely revenue sources, and tips for musicians on how to kill. Continue reading

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

3 standout apps from SXSW V2V, SoundExchange passes $3 billion in payments to artists/labels, and Universal Music aspires to become a film studio. This and more as we rewind through. Continue reading

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Jimmy Iovine On Apple Music, Taylor Swift, Jay Z, Zane Lowe, Napster

In a new interview, Apple Music executive Jimmy Iovine shares stories about tempting Zane Lowe to leave the BBC, facing the wrath of Taylor Swift, Jay Z and the inner workings. Continue reading

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