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1.5M in US earn a living as a digital creator or influencer

1.5M in people in the US earn a living as digital creators and social media influencers. That stat is both encouraging and frightening if you’re trying to grab attention online to market music or live shows.

Bruce Houghton on 05/01/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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10 proven SubmitHub tips to boost Playlist Success

Want more Spotify playlist placements without wasting time or money? These 10 insider SubmitHub tips reveal exactly how to pitch smarter and get real results from curators who actually care.

Alana Bonilla on 05/01/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Earnings signal time for fairer Spotify Songwriter Royalties

In this op-ed, Christ Castle argues that Spotify made billions while underpaying songwriters and musician. With new royalty talks coming, says the artist advocate, an increase in Spotify songwriter royalties is overdue.

Alana Bonilla on 05/01/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Which Music Streamer has the best Audio Quality?

Discover which music streaming service has the best audio quality. From hi-res FLAC files to spatial audio, compare top platforms to find your perfect listening experience.

Alana Bonilla on 05/01/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Tariffs, tight wallets may disrupt fragile Superfan Economy

As economic uncertainty looms and tariffs shake up global supply chains, the music industry’s push to monetize superfans faces serious headwinds. With merch, vinyl, and fan experiences under pressure, are US labels betting too big on a fragile superfan economy?

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Indie Artist Guide to Print and Release Physical Music

Streaming might be king, but physical music can build deeper fan connections, boost revenue, and elevate a brand. From fan demand to tour strategy and budgeting, here’s how to tell when it’s the right time to press vinyl, CDs, or cassettes and release physical music.

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Fingerprinting: What Content Is Eligible (and What Isn’t)

Ever wonder how platforms like YouTube and TikTok recognize music in videos? Learn how music fingerprinting technology works, what types of content are eligible, and how to make sure your uploads are set up for success.

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
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MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: new Apple Music Co-Heads • solid UMG, Spotify Q1 Reports • TICKET Act advances • promotions @ Symphonic • More

WEDNESDAY 4.30.25 • Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above

Bruce Houghton on 04/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Labels may be slowing Spotify Superfan launch, hints CEO Ek

Record labels may be slowing the Spotify superfan launch, CEO Daniel Ek hinted during an investor call Tuesday announcing the streamer’s mixed Q1 2025 Report.

Bruce Houghton on 04/29/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Inside The Battle Over Concert Tickets and Resale [WATCH]

The battle over concert tickets availability, pricing and resale is getting overdue scrutiny from federal and state governments as well as the media.

Bruce Houghton on 04/29/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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