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Tariffs, tight wallets may disrupt fragile Superfan Economy

As economic uncertainty looms and tariffs shake up global supply chains, the music industry’s push to monetize superfans faces serious headwinds. With merch, vinyl, and fan experiences under pressure, are US labels betting too big on a fragile superfan economy?

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Fingerprinting: What Content Is Eligible (and What Isn’t)

Ever wonder how platforms like YouTube and TikTok recognize music in videos? Learn how music fingerprinting technology works, what types of content are eligible, and how to make sure your uploads are set up for success.

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: new Apple Music Co-Heads • solid UMG, Spotify Q1 Reports • TICKET Act advances • promotions @ Symphonic • More

WEDNESDAY 4.30.25 • Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above

Bruce Houghton on 04/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Labels may be slowing Spotify Superfan launch, hints CEO Ek

Record labels may be slowing the Spotify superfan launch, CEO Daniel Ek hinted during an investor call Tuesday announcing the streamer’s mixed Q1 2025 Report.

Bruce Houghton on 04/29/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Inside The Battle Over Concert Tickets and Resale [WATCH]

The battle over concert tickets availability, pricing and resale is getting overdue scrutiny from federal and state governments as well as the media.

Bruce Houghton on 04/29/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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live music industry news

Live Music Industry News: Fans ♥ Live, Shrinking Tours & More

This roundup of the latest live music industry news covers topics from a consumer survey on live shows, to UK grassroots dwindling, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandcamp changed default pricing to match new chart rules

Bandcamp changed default pricing for digital music to bring them in line with new industry standards for Luminate, Billboard and other chart reporting eligibility.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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indigenous musicians go viral

Indigenous Musicians Go Viral with Community over Clicks

Artists including Xiuhtezcatl, Geneviève Gros-Louis, and Cecil Tso are redefining success, as they and other indigenous musicians go viral by prioritizing community, cultural roots, and authentic connections over clicks.

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Spotify debate, Indies, Heap & More

Episode 246 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Business News Last Week

Music Business News Last Week: Tours, Superfans, Jobs & More

Things were busy in music business news last week, with the industry asking big questions, fans stepping up to support artists, new superfan-focused tech, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/26/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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