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Identify AI Generated Music with Benn Jordan’s Algorithm

YouTuber Benn Jordan says he’s found a foolproof way to identify AI generated music, potentially changing how all streaming platforms handle AI tracks.

Alana Bonilla on 02/11/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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american music fairness act

Closing the Radio Royalty Loophole: American Music Fairness Act

Lawmakers are reviving the American Music Fairness Act to close a loophole that lets AM/FM radio stations play music without paying artists. If passed, this bill will finally ensure musicians get the compensation they deserve for their work.

Alana Bonilla on 02/10/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandcamp donates 100% to MusiCares today, unveils Shepard Fairey t-shirt

Friday February 7th, Bandcamp donates 100% to MusiCares, the Grammy backed non-profit providing emergency to artist and industry victims of the LA fires.

Bruce Houghton on 02/07/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Content Copyright rules

US updates AI-Generated Content Copyright rules

The US Copyright Office just set the record straight on AI-generated content copyright. and the rulings could change everything for creators. From what can and can’t be copyrighted to the future of AI-assisted works, here are five key takeaways.

Alana Bonilla on 02/06/2025 in Copyright Law | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Stop the TICKET Act

Fix The Tix says TICKET Act would legalize ‘ghost’ tickets

The Fix The Tix Coalition of more than 30 live music industry organizations including NIVA, NITO, the RIAA and Bandsintown is calling for major changes to pending TICKET Act legislation including restrictions on speculative tickets, often referred to as ghost tickets.

Bruce Houghton on 02/05/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Musical AI raises $1.5M for rights management

Musical AI raises $1.5M USD / $2.1M CA for rights management for generative AI. The investment will support its music’s attribution model.

Bruce Houghton on 02/05/2025 in Startups & Funding | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Spotify Q4 hits records, will ‘double down on music’ in 2025

Spotify Q4 2024 earnings were announced Tuesday, ending its first year of profitability strong across most key metrics. During the earnings call, CEO Daniel Ek promised to “double down on music” after years of expansion in other audio and video categories and to accelerate new product releases.

Bruce Houghton on 02/04/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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$1B sale puts Marshall Amps in Corporate Hands

Marshall Amps and the Marshall Group just sold for $1.16 billion, and the new owners aren’t exactly known for their involvement in music. Could this be the beginning of the. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 02/04/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Chappell Roan challenges critics , demands artist living wage in Grammy speech

Chappell Roan demands artist living wage in Grammy speech

Chappel Roan took home the 2025 Grammy for Best New Artist and delivered a powerful call for record labels to protect the artists their business is built on. Read the full text and watch a video of Roan’s speech.

Bruce Houghton on 02/03/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Why songwriters hate Spotify, UMG Spotify deal, Power Players predict, Tony van Veen & More

Episode 234 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE:

Bruce Houghton on 02/03/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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