Build fans, don’t chase streams [Madelynn Elyse, Shark Attack Records]
The founder and president of Shark Attack Records, Madelynn Elyse, shares her insights and industry experience on the importance of building a strong artist-fan relationship in the modern music marketplace.. Continue reading
AI will change music, but how? [Mark Mulligan of MIDiA]
Mark Mulligan of entertainment consultancy MIDiA discusses the possibilities AI makes possible and how these changes can be good and bad. by Mark Mulligan of Music Industry Blog Every new. Continue reading
Last week in music industry commentary
Last week’s commentators in the thick of the industry shared their opinions and thoughts on how AI will change the music business, surprising music label stats, and more… We obsess. Continue reading
Why TRUST is essential for AI to be successful [Chris Castle]
With UMG leading the major label charge to purge most AI-generated music from streaming platforms, Chris Castle explains how the rise of AI could affect all musicians and why building. Continue reading
Is the Metaverse a metadud? Just 7% of US teens plan to buy VR headset
The Metaverse promised to be The Next Big Thing transforming how we gather, enjoyed live music, and much more. But despite a raft of improvements and new tools, adoption rates. Continue reading
Why are automakers trying to kill AM/FM radio? [Fred Jacobs]
Top broadcast radio consultant Fred Jacobs dissects his experience with the auto industry and what it means for the future of radio. by Fred Jacobs of Jacobs Media I can’t. Continue reading
TV is the answer to the music fandom crisis says MIDiA’s Mark Mulligan
As anyone trying to build a fanbase or market music knows, “music fandom is fragmenting. Super fans are still present, but there are fewer of them,” and “most have become. Continue reading
Last week in music industry commentary
Commentators in the thick of the industry last week shared their opinions and thoughts on the government-issued TikTok bans, what makes music ‘good’, and more… US threats to ban TikTok. Continue reading
Last week in music industry commentary
Commentators in the thick of the industry last week shared their opinions and thoughts on TikTok marketing myths, the state of indie music, and more. Realities of today’s gender gap. Continue reading
How music streaming niches can build new audiences [Qobuz’s Dan Mackta]
Dan Mackta of hi-res music streaming and download service Qobuz talks about niches in music streaming and how they can help artists and labels reach new audiences. by Jamie Ford. Continue reading