Amazon Is Now 3rd Largest Music Subscription Service [Mark Mulligan]
Although it has often been overshadowed in the competitive world of music streaming, Amazon seems to be stepping into the light, with recent data showing Amazon music to be the. Continue reading
Her Job Is To Curate Official Spotify Playlists Of New Artists [VIDEO INTERVIEW]
Athena Koumis is an editor at Spotify, and her job is to curate "Fresh Finds" and other official Spotify playlists. "My day revolves around listening to music.," says Kormis. "My. Continue reading
Music Podcaster Charged In Fatal T.I. Concert Shooting
A hip-hop podcaster is facing a homicide charge in connection with a fatal shooting during a performance by rapper T.I. at the Beacon Theater in New York last year. According. Continue reading
Oh Canada! Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Shares His Spotify Playlist
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has released an official Spotify playlist featuring his current favourite tracks. His PM Mix includes contemporary and classic songs from Canadian artists including Drake, Of. Continue reading
CEO Alec Ljung Pushes Back: “SoundCloud is not going away.”
Decrying the "insane amount of noise about SoundCloud" over multiple reports that the music service is running out of money. CEO and co-founder joined SoundCloud fan and artist Chance The. Continue reading
Jay-Z’s New Album “4.44” Still Not On Spotify [UPDATE]
[UPDATE 3] More than a week ago, Jay-Z's new album "4.44" became available on Apple Music, Amazon and most other streaming platforms, after a week as a TIDAL and Sprint. Continue reading
MON. BRIEF: Spotify Plans Playlist Feedback • Fake Artists Debate Evolves • Quincy vs Jacksons • Muru • More
MONDAY 7.17.17s Music Business News From Around The Web Dear Spotify, Please end this distraction and come clean about "fake artists" payments. We've all got a new music industry to. Continue reading
This Week In Music Commentary
Commentators inside the industry this week gave voice to their thoughts on Spotify's 'fake artist' problem, how emerging tech like chatbots and block chain will shape music's future, how smart. Continue reading
Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. & Indie Music
We have tips this week on a broad host of issues concerning DIY and independent artists, ranging from getting fans' attention with automated emails, some all too often ignored marketing. Continue reading
Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Stand Out • Ignored Marketing Tips • Getting A Record Deal • More
On MusicThinkTank this week we look at how your band can go the extra mile, some all too often ignored marketing tips, why most musicians don't get record deals, and. Continue reading
