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battle over concert tickets

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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Why Metadata matters for your music’s success

Learn why metadata matters and how it can transform your music’s visibility and success. These strategies will help ensure your tracks reach the right audience and maximize their potential. Why. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/29/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How an Independent Artist Sold Out first headline show

Learn how a completely independent artist sold out their first headline show. Basyl used nothing but smart strategy, community support, and zero ad spend. From DIY posters to a small paid Instagram boost, his blueprint proves you don’t need a big budget to make a big impact.

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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live music industry news

Live Music Industry News: Fans ♥ Live, Shrinking Tours & More

This roundup of the latest live music industry news covers topics from a consumer survey on live shows, to UK grassroots dwindling, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandcamp

Bandcamp changed default pricing to match new chart rules

Bandcamp changed default pricing for digital music to bring them in line with new industry standards for Luminate, Billboard and other chart reporting eligibility.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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indigenous musicians go viral

Indigenous Musicians Go Viral with Community over Clicks

Artists including Xiuhtezcatl, Geneviève Gros-Louis, and Cecil Tso are redefining success, as they and other indigenous musicians go viral by prioritizing community, cultural roots, and authentic connections over clicks.

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Spotify debate, Indies, Heap & More

Episode 246 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Business News Last Week

Music Business News Last Week: Tours, Superfans, Jobs & More

Things were busy in music business news last week, with the industry asking big questions, fans stepping up to support artists, new superfan-focused tech, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/26/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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independent musician news

Independent Musician News: Fake Streams, Sync, Singles, More

Last week, our tips, advice and independent musician news covered how to become a better live singer, the true costs of artificial streams, a guide to getting music synced, and more..

Alana Bonilla on 04/26/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Guide to Meta Ads to Market Music on Facebook and Instagram

Want to turn listeners into loyal fans? This step-by-step Guide to Meta Ads to Market Music on Facebook and Instagram includes how to grow an audience, boost streams, and make every dollar count.

Alana Bonilla on 04/25/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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