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Live Music Industry News: Wayne Forte’s for Rent • Brooklyn Mirage reborn • ILMC wraps • MoS + Dice • promotions @ PRG

In the latest live music industry news, veteran booking agent Wayne Forte is auctioning a private lunch meeting as a fundraiser for the National Independent Talent Organization (NITO).

Bruce Houghton on 03/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Important TikTok Updates for Musicians 2025

There are some important TikTok updates for musicians already in 2025 that make it easier to pitch music, manage artist accounts, resolve technical issues and more. Important TikTok Updates for. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/14/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

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Kosha Dillz at SXSW: 11 tips from a 43 year old musician

From indie rapper and marketer extraordinaire Kosha Dillz: I am trying to find a reason to keep coming back to SXSW.

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Acumen Music launches to offer Flat Fee Musician Services

With a goal of improving efficiency, fostering artist growth, and minimizing costs, five industry experts have created a hybrid consulting company to offers artists and labels flat fee musician services.

Alana Bonilla on 03/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Spotify stock bucks market, continues upward trajectory

[NYSE: SPOT] Spotify stock beat the market Wednesday rising sharply after the release of it annual Loud & Clear royalty payment transparency report.

Bruce Houghton on 03/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)

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How To Sell More Tickets To Your Next Show

After you’ve listed your shows on Bandsintown and adding them your website, how do sell as many tickets as possible? From exclusive offers to hidden event pages, we’ve got five creative ways to boost ticket sales.

Alana Bonilla on 03/13/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

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Songs in Film and TV: Which songs are used most?

The relationship between film and and TV and music has always been strong, but these songs have been used so often that their identity is shaped by on-screen appearances.

Alana Bonilla on 03/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Live Music Industry News: Concert affordability • Spain’s ticket sales up 25% • Regina Folk Fest ends after 53 years • Free ‘We Love LA’ concert

Live Music Industry News from across the web updated continuously under the LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tab above.

Bruce Houghton on 03/13/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Live Music Industry News: NIVA gear discounts • stolen StubHub tickets • new AU venue group • VAI Resort

In the latest live music industry news, National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) members now have access to up to 50% off sound equipment and lighting, backline and more from 1200 major music gear manufacturers.

Bruce Houghton on 03/12/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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You work for a musician, is it OK to give them your music?

On a new Music Biz Weekly podcast, Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert discuss a listener question. They work for a musician and are wondering if it’s OK to share their own music.

Bruce Houghton on 03/12/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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YouTube leads emerging markets by being social, format-flexible

YouTube leads emerging markets by blending social media and entertainment in ways traditional streaming services can’t match. With mobile-first audiences in India and South America driving massive growth, others are. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/12/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)

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