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Bandcamp Friday

Bandcamp Friday matters even when you’re not releasing music

Bandcamp Friday matters. The last Bandcamp Friday on December 6th, 2024, was the biggest since February 2022 with fans spending more than $3.1 million in a single day. Later this Spring, Bandcamp Friday’s return for at least five editions in 2025.

Bruce Houghton on 03/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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music ai

Independent Label CEO on Music AI and Future of the Industry

AI-generated music is evolving fast, but is it ready to replace human creativity? We hear from an independent label CEO on music AI. He tested 13 music AI tools and shares insights on the future of the industry, the risks for artists, and why human-driven music may become more valuable than ever.

Alana Bonilla on 03/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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free music industry newsletter

Hypebot’s Free Music Business Newsletter: Subscribe Now!

Whether you are a musician or a music industry professional, staying on top of this fast-changing business, the latest trends in marketing, and the most interesting music tech startups can feel like a full time job. We make it easy with Hypebot’s free music business newsletter.

Bruce Houghton on 03/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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YouTube leads emerging markets

YouTube updates enhance engagement, expand reach

Recent YouTube updates enhance engagement, expand reach, streamline the content creation process, and more. Here’s a breakdown of the recent YouTube updates. YouTube updates enhance engagement and expand reach from. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/05/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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UK AI copyright loopholes

Artist Rights Institute challenges UK AI Copyright loopholes

The music and creative industries are up in arms over pending UK AI copyright rules that would allow uncompensated text and data mining to train generative AI models. Chris Castle. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/05/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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NIVA

Last day to take landmark NIVA State of Live venue survey

Today Wednesday March 5th is the last day for independent venues, festivals and promoters to take the landmark NIVA State of Live survey, the first ever economic study of the U.S. independent live sector.

Bruce Houghton on 03/05/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Take Actiion SXSW

Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases set schedule

Artist for Action, Sandy Hook Promise, Bandsintown and the Music Managers Forum-US have announced an impressive lineup for their 2025 music business Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases featuring Passion Pit, Ginuwine, Everclear alongside industry leaders and experts.

Bruce Houghton on 03/04/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Concert Ticket Breakdown: Who Wins, Loses & Why It Matters

Have you wondered where your ticket dollars really go? Justin Kantor looks at the surprising concert ticket breakdown of costs, profits, and challenges faced by independent artists and venues.

Alana Bonilla on 03/04/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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you are not the star

Dear Music Business, You Are Not The Star

Are you a music manager, agent, tour manager, marketer, label staffer or part of a team working with a band or musician? If so, never forget this valuable lesson… you are not the star. You work for the star.

Bruce Houghton on 03/04/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie musician finds more profitable alternatives to Spotify

Brett Newski found that skipping Spotify can be more profitable than streaming a song millions of times. He joins independent artists like Pitchfork Album Of The Year creator Cindy Lee in showing how direct fan support can be a more profitable alternative to Spotify.

Alana Bonilla on 03/04/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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