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US Music Industry Considers Launching “Official” Alternative To Billboard Charts

US record labels and others in the music industry are considering launching their own charts as an alternative to the iconic Billboard lists, according to multiple sources. The discussions come. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/11/2017 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Live Radio Must Embrace Technology To Survive

There is some confusing data out there right now when it comes to the health of terrestrial radio, and although it remains popular in certain settings, such as in the. Continue reading

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How To Advertise Your Music On Facebook

Beyond simply acting as a fan site, Facebook can be an excellent way to advertise to your fans through the use of the social media platform's Ads Manager in way. Continue reading

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Roger Waters Helms A Musical Resistance

In the wake of the political and social turmoil which currently grips the United States has caused a number of artists to use their music as way of speaking out,. Continue reading

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BET Hip Hip Awards Winners 2017 – The Full List

Cardi B was the big winner at last night's tonight's 2017 BET Hip Hop Awards, hosted by DJ Khaled, who took home three of his own. The "Bodak Yellow" star. Continue reading

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WED. BRIEF: Atlantic Records’ Emerge Talent Contest • Twitter Adds “Happening Now” • iHeart Jingle Ball Tour • More

WEDNESDAY 10.11.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Do we really need another talent contest? Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Spotify Expands Voice Control To All Android Devices via Google Assistant

Voice control, some analysts believe, is the killer app that will take music streaming mainstream, as well as, encourage more paid subscribers. This week has been flooded with major voice. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/05/2017 in Music Tech | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Holding The Line On Statutory Damage Tradeoffs

Here Chris Castle warns of a suspected upcoming 'omnibus' bill of amendments to the Copyright act as the 2018 campaign season gets underway, and the importance of preventing Big Tech. Continue reading

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Las Vegas Attacker Appears To Have Considered Similar Attack On Life Is Beautiful Festival

New evidence suggests that alleged gunman accused of killing 58 people at a country music festival in Las Vegas on October 1st may have been planning a similar attack on. Continue reading

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How Social Media Acts As Online Word Of Mouth

Regardless of age or location, the vast majority of those affiliated with the music industry have in some way participated in a social network, as connections on social media grow. Continue reading

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