Business Entities And Taxes: A Musician’s Basic Guide

As a band or artist, it can often be smart to establish yourself as a loan-out company or some similar form of corporate entity, as doing so can both shield. Continue reading

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Troy Carter Explains Why He Joined Spotify As Global Head Of Creator Services To “Protect The Voice Of Artists”

Yesterday's announcement that Troy Carter was leaving artist management to join Spotify was confirmation that the music streamer intended to chase exclusive content much like its competitors. But  it was. Continue reading

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Merchbar June Hot Merch Chart Includes Creative Offerings From Dave Matthews, Grimes And A Trump Inspired Best Seller

Summer is here and that means more merchandise sold at a multitude of festivals, sheds and major outdoor events; and this month's Merchbar Top Selling Merch chart serves as a. Continue reading

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How I Optimized My Spotify Playlist

In this piece, Zach Smith discusses how he was able build and promote a Spotify playlist by reaching out across different networks to various individuals and fan groups.

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28 Injured At YouTube Stars The Dolan Twins Show

28 people were injured during a live event at the iPlay America Event Center when a crowd of mostly teenage girls surged towards the stage, according to New Jersey's Asbury. Continue reading

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How The Right Lyric Can Fortify A Listener’s Creative Mind

While content is certainly a component of constructing lyrics, proper application of figurative language agents is perhaps more important, and  can go a long way towards cementing a song into. Continue reading

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Kanye Tweets Late Night NYC Concert, But It’s A Surprise To Venue

The power that musicians have to drive fan behavior on social media is a two edged sword.  Fortunately for Kayne West, this time his misleading tweets did not lead to. Continue reading

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#Midem 2016 Attendance Falls 20%

Midem is still the largest and most important gathering of the international music business.  But its relevance has been under attack ever since email and Skype made it easier to. Continue reading

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TUE. BRIEFING: Troy Carter Joins Spotify • Instagram Links w/IOS • Rita Ora Settle Jay Z Suit • #Midem Day 4 • More

Tuesday 6.7.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Troy Carter joining Spotify is a reminder that music is still an insider's game. Updated continuously under our More News

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Let’s Kill the “Manel” for the Sake of the Music Business

The preponderance of all male panels – “manels” – at leading international music conference MIDEM last week were easy to mock. But they’re keeping the music business from moving forward, writes. Continue reading

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Leadership Music Names 47 Industry Leaders To Its 28th Class

Being a part of Leadership Music's class of 2016 (aka "The Best Class Ever") was truly one on the most profound experiences of my professional career. Without lifting my pledged. Continue reading

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