16% Of Spotify Subscribers Cancelled In Last 3 Months

Spotify is experiencing a high US paid subscriber churn rate, and Apple Music could be the culprit, according to a new analysis by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP). 

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Sire Records’ Seymour Stein: Moving On, But Not Slowing Down

After forty-two years in the corporate music world, music industry legend Seymour Stein (notable in part for his discovery of Madonna, The Ramones, and The Talking Heads) is leaving Warner. Continue reading

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Musician’s Guide to Charity Fundraising [Cyber PR]

Many artists do not feel comfortable posting about themselves endlessly or hyping up their new releases constantly.  For those of you who fall into this category, you will love this. Continue reading

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Broadcast Radio Targets Millennials With New Format

Although radio as a platform for discovering new music has been on the decline for some time, with little to offer millennials, a new format known as "Right Now Music. Continue reading

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Songwriters Cry Foul As SESAC, HFA Propose Changes That Could Sink Music Modernization Act

Two major songwriter organizations are crying foul after the Harry Fox Agency and SESAC proposed changes to the Music Modernization Act  that the trade groups believe could scuttle or at. Continue reading

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R. Kelly Answers Critics With ‘Admit’

R. Kelly has released “I Admit,” which superficially addresses sexual misconduct allegations against him. In the new 19-minute song, released on Soundcloud, Kelly touches on a range of subjects, including. Continue reading

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TUE. BRIEF: US Music Act Stumbles • Sonos Sets $105M IPO • Philly Keeps Made In America • More

WEDNESDAY 7.2518 Music Business News From Around The Web Updated continuously under the More News tab

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Def Leppard Covers Depeche Mode’s ‘Personal Jesus’ On Latest ‘Spotify Singles’ Exclusive [LISTEN]

Def Leppard unleashes a cover of Depeche Mode’s new wave classic ‘Personal Jesus’ in the new installment of Spotify Singles, one of the streamer's increasing efforts to offer exclusive content.. Continue reading

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How To Get The Most From Spotify’s New Playlist Pitch Platform

Spotify's launch of a playlist pitching platform certainly seems like good news, however, if artists want to actually get their music on those powerful Official playlists, there are a few. Continue reading

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Why Every Indie Artist Needs A Ninja Guitar Tech

As any major performing guitarist knows, a good guitar tech can be valuble to have on hand when things go awry. Here industry veteran Josh Newton shares his experience working. Continue reading

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