Paul René Albertini On MarathonArtists And Supporting Artists, Managers, Music Tech Startups [INTERVIEW]

Here music industry veteran and chairman/co-founder of the music tech accelerator MarathonArtists Labs, Paul René Albertin discusses his tech investment companies, as well as the changing landscape of the music business overall,. Continue reading

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YouTube’s Importance Declines As Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal Streams Surpass Music Video Streams For First Time

On-demand streaming music delivered by Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal and others grew at an amazing 108% compared to the first half of last year.  For the first time ever, those. Continue reading

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U.S. Music Consumption Up 6.5%, On-Demand Streams Grew 58% [BuzzAngle Music Mid-Year Report]

After year's of down numbers, the music industry is finally starting to rebound.  Thanks to music streaming, the pace of expansion is accelerating, despite a growing downturn in music sales.

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Musicians Need To Tour Like A ’90s Band

In this article we look at the life of an up-and-coming band in an era before Spotify and YouTube, and why the practice of perfecting one's touring chops which was utilized by. Continue reading

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10 Best Music Books Of 2015/2016 So Far

Although music is typically enjoyed as audio, the past couple of years have seen the release of some excellent music books as well, whatever your reading preferences may be. Here. Continue reading

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Open Source Music Proponent Jason Herskowitz Joins Spotify [UPDATED]

[UPDATED] Jason Herskowitz has joined Spotify.  Herscowitz, who developed open-source cross-platform music player Tomahawk, has been an outspoken critic of the music industry. He'll be based in NYC and according. Continue reading

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Guvera To Meet With 150 Creditors Owed $15 Million, 3000 Investors As Music Streamer Launches Strange Video PR Offensive

Guvera is hanging by its thumbnails prior to Thursday's meeting with creditors and investors.  But that hasn't stopped the troubled music streamer from launching a strange charm offensive anchored by two. Continue reading

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Do DIY Musicians Need Publicists?

Although publicists have historically played an important role in the music industry when it comes to making or breaking artists, have we reached a point where it's easier and more. Continue reading

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Canada Launches The National Music Centre

Canada's National Music Centre debuted on July 1st, AKA Canada Day, and organizers hope it will help to propel Calgary's vibrant music scene to international recognition.  

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TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot

Top posts! If you're looking for the most popular bits of music industry news, we've got them right here, including pieces on Kanye's new cleverly marketed "Famous" video, Facebook's new. Continue reading

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