‘Slow Ticketing’ Removes Scalpers From Ticketing Market
In an effort to prevent scalpers and their bots from immediately scooping up the prime seats for shows the moment they go on sale, a new form of sales called. Continue reading
Pollstar’s Former Head Of Editorial Joel Reinartz Joins CelebrityAccess
[UPDATED] Joe Reinartz, former head of news and editorial operations at touring trade Pollstar has joined online entertainment industry trade CelebrityAccess.com. Reinartz began his career at Pollstar in 1997, the. Continue reading
Amazon Prime Music Shares Most Played Of 2017
Amazon Prime Music is the 3rd most popular streamer in the US. But each streamer has its own flavor, and today the usually secretive Amazon shared its most popular music. Continue reading
Copyright Infringers: Do They Have The Right To Remain Anonymous?
It has been established that freedom of speech does not mean freedom from criticism, but in a recent legal case regarding copyright infringement, the defendant is also alleging that maintaining their. Continue reading
Disney Parks Sued Over Improper Use Of Iconic Song “Brother Can You Spare A Dime”
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts performs “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” without permission according to a new lawsuit. Courthouse News is reporting that music publisher Glocca Morra Music has. Continue reading
Spotify Shares Top 10 New Year’s Eve Songs Of 2017 / 2018
New Year's Eve is traditionally one of the busiest days for streaming music, and Spotify has shared the most popular songs used to celebrate the new year in the U.S.. Continue reading
DIY Booking Apps Pare and Special Guest Merge
North American D.I.Y. booking apps Pare Booking and special Special Guest have merged. The two will also combine the venues they are working with and add more in the coming. Continue reading
Vevo Revenue, Video Views Both Up 50% As It Nears Profitability
Revenue at music video site Vevo was up 30% in 2017 from $500 million to $650 million, as it broke even for the first time in its eight years in. Continue reading
Why Your Band Must Have A Practice Schedule
While much is made of inspiration and a passion for music, a more pragmatic approach is essential when it comes to improving your performance, and setting and sticking to a. Continue reading
Disney, Netflix, And The Squeezed Middle: The True Story Behind Net Neutrality
In this article Mark Mulligan explores how the recent overturning of net neutrality comes as the inevitable result of a gradual but pervasive shift in value from a focus on. Continue reading
