SoundExchange Launches PLAYS Search Engine: Who’s Claiming Your Recordings?

Money earned from digital plays often, for one reason or another, ends up in the wrong hands, and even services like SoudExchange can misdirect funds. Enter the PLAYS Search Engine,. Continue reading

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Should Radio Stations Accept A “Listen” Fee For Screening Music?

Could a pay-to-play relationship between artists and DJs be the future of radio? Although historically frowned upon, a business model which allows DJs to screen songs while being paid for. Continue reading

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6 Tips For Promoting Your Music On Spotify

As streaming becomes a more and more popular method of listening to music, being able to effectively promote one's work on services like Spotify is critical to success. Here are. Continue reading

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Billboard Talent and Touring Conference – We’ve Got Discount Codes!

The Billboard Touring Conference & Awards is  all about the live music industry. In its 12th year, the conference features programming and a forum for promoters, producers, agents, managers, venues,. Continue reading

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Muzooka – A One Stop Submission Engine

Getting music industry professionals to take notice of new music has always been difficult, particular when they are constantly inundated with new material. A new startup, Muzooka, is working to. Continue reading

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Most Popular Songs of 2015 So Far

What is good music? Well, this is a question that is hard to answer, because the "goodness" of a tune depends a lot on the listener's tastes and mood. But. Continue reading

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Union Sues Universal, Sony, WMG, Others For Failing To Fund Musician’s Pensions

The American Federation of Musicians pension fund is suing Atlantic Records, Hollywood Records, Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group  and Warner Brothers Records for failing to make pension fund contributions.

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Prince Calls Record Contracts “Slavery,” Says Jay Z Is Building a “One Stop Shop For Artists”

Prince shared his candid opinions of the music industry during a wide ranging sit down with 10 black journalists at his Paisley Park studios on Saturday night.  Here are some. Continue reading

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Music Publishing News Roundup 8.10.15: Kobalt’s AMRA Makes Apple Deal, Apple Music Extends AU Free Trial

Kobalt’s collection society AMRA has entered a deal with Apple Music in the form of its first worldwide digital licensing deal. AMRA, which represents more than 500 independent publishing companies, will. Continue reading

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This Week in Music Commentary

Taylor Swift and Garth Brooks parallels, Apple Music ruled illegal in the UK, and other chatter concerning the music industry.

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