Spotify Q2: 180M Users, Net Loss More Than Doubles
Spotify has just reported financial results for Q2 2018, ending June with 180 million monthly active users, including 83 million paid subscribers. That's up 30.4% and 40.7% respectively over the same quarter. Continue reading
Interview with Rich Goodstone of Bonnaroo and Superfly
In this edition of In the Hot Seat with Larry Leblanc, co-founder Rich Goodstone discusses the rise of his Superfly, a company which is both a full-service agency, as well. Continue reading
Cage The Elephant, Q Prime Rewrite Rules Of Music Investment with Royalty Exchange
Royalty Exchange democratized music investments with its online royalty marketplace. Now the startup has launched private syndicates, a new kind of music royalty financing plan with Cage The Elephant and. Continue reading
Rap, Activism, And Resonance: Measuring Event-Centric Fan Engagement
Rap and hip-hop have long been a powerful platform for social commentary and raising cultural awareness and, as the social and political climate grows more intense, we take a look. Continue reading
Your Three Communities Part 3: Ambient Fans
Ambient fans. You know the one's were talking about even if you've never heard the term before. "They are your social media friends who are aware of you via Twitter,. Continue reading
Why Blogging Is Still A Powerful Tool For Musicians
As an indie musician, creating a blog may not be on the top of your priority list, writes Dave Kusek of the New Artists Model. But, a blog can actually. Continue reading
Performance vs. Mechanical Royalties: What’s The Difference?
While any artist is aware that playing shows or selling albums can bring in cash, there are a multitude of other potential revenue streams that are a little less clear. Continue reading
How To Target Event Emails To Drive Sales – Sierra Nevada Style
Whether a beer company or a band, savvy marketing rules apply. Here we look at how a targeted marketing strategy employed by the craft beer company Sierra Nevada helped them. Continue reading
