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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Superfan revenue • NO FAKES Act • a ‘View’ on the Internet • True Tickets • More

Episode 244 of the Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE.

Bruce Houghton on 04/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Live Music Stocks Pre-Market Trading Monday

This past week, U.S. equity markets rebounded sharply from recent volatility, driven by easing trade tensions and positive earnings reports. But, live music and entertainment stocks underperformed relative to the broader market.

Bruce Houghton on 04/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Top Music Business News Last Week

A busy week by any definition and music business news was no exception, with an update on The Ticket Act, MLC investments, songs getting shorter, and more… Top Music Business. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/12/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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He tours the world but can’t make a living as a musician

The vocalist for international touring metal band Thy Art Is Murder is leaving the band because he can’t making a living as a musician.

Bruce Houghton on 04/11/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)

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How Spinal Tap Changed Volume Controls Forever

As the release of Spinal Tap II nears, we look an hilarious moment in the original film and how Spinal Tap changed volume controls forever.

Alana Bonilla on 04/11/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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How Trump Policies, Trade Wars and Tariffs impact Live Music

President Trump’s policies, trade wars and tariffs impact live music and the live music industry.

Bruce Houghton on 04/10/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Live Nation supports TICKET Act, Independents Do Not

Live Nation has thrown its weight behind the TICKET Act, a bill that in its current form leading independent live music trade groups say will not fix ticket the current ticket resale system.

Bruce Houghton on 04/10/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (3)

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Financial Impact of Songwriter Catalog Sales

Funding A Label: Self-Funding vs. Grants vs. Investors

If you are starting, expanding or funding a label this is for you. From DIY to securing grants or attracting investors, here’s the ultimate guide to help you find the best path to bring your vision to life.

Alana Bonilla on 04/10/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

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Live Music Stocks fall Thursday

Live music stocks appeared poised to give up some of Wednesday’s gains based on pre-market trading Thursday with all four major live music stocks down.

Bruce Houghton on 04/10/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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How to Make the Most of your Spotify Artist Profile

Unlock the full potential of your Spotify Artist profile with these expert tips to boost your music, increase followers, drive concert sales, and more.

Alana Bonilla on 04/09/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: DIY musicians, music, music business, music industry, music tech, musician, musicians, Spotify

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