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AI Band Velvet Sundown May Make Real Musicians Want to Quit

All AI band Velvet Sundown has no real members, no social presence, and a fake quote from Billboard, But that has not stopped it from quietly racking up hundreds of thousands of monthly streams. As AI music gets better and more believable, struggling human artists may start wondering if it’s even worth trying.

Alana Bonilla on 07/01/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Apple Music adds a Musicians hub

Apple Music adds a Musicians hub, Replay, Apple Radio specials

To mark its 10th anniversary Apple Music adds a musicians hub and new features to mark its 10th anniversary. The creative campus and studio will open this summer in Los Angeles.

Bruce Houghton on 06/30/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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live music news roundup

Live Music News Roundup: NIVA, new Maine Ticket Law, Scalpers

This latest live music news roundup includes 2025’s NIVA conference news, a tough new law in Maine, scalper financing and more.

Alana Bonilla on 06/30/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How To Protect Your Mental Health on Social Media as a Musician

Social media can help grow a music career – but it can just as easily drain your energy, confidence, and creativity. Learn how to protect your mental health on social media as a musician, set boundaries, and use social platforms in a way that supports your artistry instead of sabotaging it.

Alana Bonilla on 06/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Ed Sheeran, Arijit Singh offer a Guide To Global Music Success

After years of growing his fanbase in India, Ed Sheeran’s strategic collaboration with Arijit Singh spotlights the power of Indian fandom and offers a guide to global music success.

Alana Bonilla on 06/30/2025 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: AI, Superfans, Bud + Music = $0.00

Episode 256 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. Episode 256 On this week’s edition of the. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: Spotify revamps Discover Weekly • Trump claims TikTok buyer • Fake band controversy • Glastonbury • More

MONDAY. 6.30.25 • Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

Bruce Houghton on 06/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Independent Musician News: Community, Cringe, and Getting Paid

Listen up! Last week’s collection of independent musician news and helpful tips includes a guide on converting listeners to fans, cringe becomes a commodity, and more… Independent Musician News

Alana Bonilla on 06/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How Ticket & Scalper Financing Inflates Prices and Excludes Fans

Chris Castle on how ticket and scalper financing inflates prices and make it harder for real fans to buy. As resellers get millions in credit to hoard tickets, fans are left paying more – or missing out entirely.

Alana Bonilla on 06/27/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Why Indie Musicians Should Release Holiday Albums

Releasing a holiday album could be the easiest way to earn more from your music this season—and now’s the time to start. This guide covers why, how, and offers a video to get you started. Learn why most indie musicians should release a holiday album.

Alana Bonilla on 06/27/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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