When “If Anyone Else Likes It, It’s A Bonus” Just Isn’t Enough
Many musicians fear that their careers will never take off. Startup companies face similar challenges. On Music Think Tank, Rob Dix talks about musicians’ careers operating like startups and thinking. Continue reading
MusicThinkTank Weekly Recap: Is Your Music in an Art Gallery or at Ikea? & More
Where The Music Industry Thinks Out Loud David Dufresne: Is Your Music in an Art Gallery or at Ikea? Ariel Hyatt: How to Write Engaging Newsletters – Ariel Hyatt's Greeting,. Continue reading
Is Your Music In An Art Gallery Or At Ikea?
The way art is viewed depends on the perceived value and context. On Music Think Tank, David Dufresne talks about how you can compare your music to art in either. Continue reading
Spotify Lost $59M In 2011, Projects $889M Revenue & More Losses In 2012
(UPDATED) Spotify co-founder and CEO Daniel EK says that 2012 revenues will top $889 million USD as the music streamer expands quickly into more territories. Ek also confirmed figures provided. Continue reading
Young Hines: An Insider’s View Of Readymade Records First Release
It's old news that the label system is broken and that traditional pathways to success have changed for almost all musicians. What's replacing it, however, is still very much a. Continue reading
Ariel Hyatt’s 2012 Guide to SXSW
Attending SXSW or planning on going in the future? Besides all the parties, barbecue, and tacos, it's a great opportunity to meet influential people, learn about the industry, and discover. Continue reading
Apple Will Help You Create & Sell Multimedia Music Projects For The iPad
Guest post by Bob Baker of TheBuzzFactor. Apple caused a stir some weeks ago when it launched iBooks Author, a new free app that indie authors and book publishers can. Continue reading
3 Steps Towards Becoming A Record Producer
Are you interested in becoming a record producer? In order to become a record producer, you will have to possess knowledge in music and have an ear for transforming a. Continue reading
A Complete Guide To Music & Film At Sundance 2012
Music is always a big part of the Sundance Film Festival since few films made today do not include music. However, music at Sundance 2012 goes beyond film scores to. Continue reading
Why I Still Use Jango
Ever heard of Jango? It's Pandora-style Internet radio where artists can pay to get airplay alongside big name artists. On Music Think Tank, Brian Hazard talks about what Jango has. Continue reading