Dubset Makes Sony First Major Label Legalized For Remixing
Often containing samples of multiple pre-existing tracks, remixes and DJ sets have historically been legally difficult for streaming services to allow, but a new deal between rights clearance startup and. Continue reading
Should Musicians Even Bother Making Albums Since Almost No One Is Buying Them?
Like it or not, we live in a singles driven music industry. A recent half-year report from Nielsen revealed that album consumption has taken a dramatic hit over the past. Continue reading
TIDAL Names Fourth CEO In 2.5 Years, Former Kobalt, Sony Exec Richard Sanders
Richard Sanders has been named the fourth CEO in just over two years at Jay-Z's music streamer TIDAL. He joins as Kanye West threatens a major lawsuit, but buoyed by. Continue reading
MON. BRIEF: Kanye Splits With Tidal Over Money • $2M In Good Guvera News • “Devastated” Adele Cancels Last 2 Shows • More
MONDAY 7.3.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Leave it to Kanye to wreck a quiet summer weekend: "West Splits With Tidal Of Money Dispute" Updated continuously under our More. Continue reading
Streaming Income For TuneCore Artists grew 85% Last Year
New stats from TuneCore, shared as part of its launch today of SocialPro, show another year of sustained growth, with artist revenue up 32% to $188 million in 2016. Like. Continue reading
The Problem Of Literal Listening
In this thought provoking piece by Kat Harding, she explores the issue of literal listening in the music industry, particularly when it comes to the music of women and people. Continue reading
MON. BRIEF: Roc Nation Renews w/Live Nation, Seeks Label Cash • iHeart On Edge • Neil Young Announces Xstream • More
Monday 4.24.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Live Nation loves Jay Z, but wants out of the label business just as running a label gets profitable again. . Continue reading
At 32 Million Subscribers, Apple Music Challenges Spotify As Streaming Leader
Although Spotify is generally touted as being the front runner in streaming world with it's 51 million plus subscribers, new controversial data suggests that Apple Music may be on course. Continue reading
