Disney, Netflix, And The Squeezed Middle: The True Story Behind Net Neutrality

In this article Mark Mulligan explores how the recent overturning of net neutrality comes as the inevitable result of a gradual but pervasive shift in value from a focus on. Continue reading

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Creditors Demand Bankruptcy For Robert F.X. Sillerman

Robert F.X. Sillerman, the founder of  what was once SFX Entertainment, is being petitioned to declare bankruptcy by two Chicago-based promoters. Jeffery Callahan and Lucas King of React Presents and. Continue reading

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Facebook, YouTube Music Deals and Other Music Business Stories You Missed Over The Holiday Break

The news never stops, even for the holidays.  On the contrary, dealmaking often accelerates as companies rush to complete acquisitions and mergers, or just hope to end the year on. Continue reading

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TUE. BRIEF: Musicians Debate Spotify Payouts • Wall St. Cools On Entertainment • Ringo Starr, Barry Gibb Knighted • More

TUESDAY 1.2.18 Music Business News From Around The Web  Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Let’s Hope 2018 Brings Us Global Copyright Regulations

Despite being part of the European Union, complete with all its rules and regulations, some European countries seem to be considered to be second-grade, at least from the point of. Continue reading

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10 Most Read Posts Of 2017 On Hypebot

From Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran to Spotify and Facebook, here are the 10 most read stories on Hypebot last year. We've taken the liberty of eliminating a few pieces. Continue reading

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Developing A Gig Reminder Email Strategy

For anyone involved with putting on a show – be it artist, promoter, or label – notifying a fanbase that the show is actually happening is essential, and one email. Continue reading

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How Musicians Earn Money From YouTube

While there's plenty of controversy regarding YouTube's role in the music industry, as one of the most popular sites in the world, it still represents a huge opportunity for artists. Continue reading

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Time Is Running Out: 5 Music Business Tasks To Complete Before End Of The Year

As the final days of 2017 tick down, here is a quick rundown of some important tasks that you need to take care of before year's end. Several are now. Continue reading

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Indie Artists Score Holiday Hits On Pandora

Holiday music listening netted a surprising boost for indie musicians.  Even though most are not household names, independent artists have some of the most popular holiday music on Pandora.  

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