$58.8M Later Ticketer Razorgator Joins Startup Deadpool
Online ticket marketplace Razorgator laid off the staff at its Marina del Rey headquarters and locked the doors yesterday. No ticket inventory is available on its site. The startup has. Continue reading
Music Streamer Gaana Raises $115M Round Led By Tencent
Gaana has raised $115 million, as the music streamer's home market of India continues to attract new competitors. Leading the round is Chinese internet giant Tencent, who has become a. Continue reading
The State Of China’s Music Industry 2018 Report
Archie Hamilton and Krish Raghav take a hard look at the state of the Chinese music industry. After a mixed 2017, hopes are somewhat high for the coming months, with. Continue reading
Canada Rejects Support For Struggling Indie Musicians
Canada’s beleaguered independent music sector failed to get the funding support it sought this week, as Canadian Finance Minister Bill Morneau tabled a federal budget that charts a course for. Continue reading
Another Music Licensing Deal Signed For Facebook
While Facebook hasn't entered into the streaming game yet, it does seem to be leaning that way, having recently dipped a second toe in after signing a deal with ICE. Continue reading
Amazon Prime Music Streaming Adds India
As rumored, Amazon has rolled out its Prime Music service in India, with apps available for web, Android and iOS. The streaming service is now included in all Rs. 999/$15 USD. Continue reading
LIve Nation Revenue, Losses Rise On Songkick Settlement
Live Nation Entertainment reported both an impressive final quarter of 2017 and and strong full year results, according to the latest financial filings from the concert giant. For 2017, Live Nation. Continue reading
Facebook Tips, Tricks, Best Practices For Music 2018
As social media grows and changes, it can be difficult to keep pace, and just once you feel you've got something figured out, your knowledge instantly becomes obsolete. Facebook is. Continue reading
Just 2 U.S. Festivals Join Pledge For Gender Equality
45 music industry conferences and festivals have pledged to achieve a 50/50 gender balance across their festivals by 2022, including live line-ups, conferences and commissions. The international effort, which is. Continue reading
