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Nintendo Video Game Music streaming service launches

Nintendo has launched a video game music streaming service, and it’s already turning heads. Could this be the start of a new trend?

Alana Bonilla on 01/15/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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TikTok app is back in Apple, Google Play download stores

TikTok Creators embrace Chinese apps Rednote and Lemon8

The US TikTok ban may be backfiring, with users embracing other Chinese apps Rednote and Lemon8 to mock the government’s actions. Instead of protecting free speech, the ban mirrors the censorship it aimed to combat, writes Mike Masnick.

Alana Bonilla on 01/15/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (3)
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Chartmetric 2024 Report

Chartmetric 2024 Report: new Superstars, Glocalization, More

Discover the highlights from the Chartmetric 2024 Report including new superstars, trigger cities, glocalization and more: One of several shockers: of the 11 million Spotify profiles tracked by Chartmetric, only 1.58 million (14%) have more than 10 listeners per month.

Alana Bonilla on 01/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Junk Ticket Fee Protections: NITO Pushes FTC for Stronger Rules

The National Independent Talent Association (NITO) and its member booking agencies and managers and the thousands of artists they represent, has asked the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to expand its ticket junk fee protections.

Bruce Houghton on 01/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Spotify earnings report

Liz Pelly Mood Machine investigation questions Spotify’s financials

The Liz Pelly Mood Machine investigation uncovered troubling questions about Spotify’s financial practices. This must-read piece dives deep into the streaming giant’s integrity, raising concerns that could shake the industry.. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 01/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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TikTok ban

How US TikTok ban could accelerate rise of the Global South

A cultural shift is afoot with the rise of the global South. While the U.S. TikTok ban has many worried, it could give other countries a chance to take center stage in the music world. 

Alana Bonilla on 01/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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How To Master the Spotify Algorithm to Reach More Listeners

Unlock the secrets that boost Spotify streams to reach a larger audience. This quick video guide covers how to master the Spotify algorithm using playlisting, audience targeting, and smart metadata optimization.

Alana Bonilla on 01/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Big Music Business Myth #3: Weird Al’s Spotify Sandwich [Chris Castle]

Streaming royalties can leave artists struggling while platforms profit. Weird Al’s Spotify sandwich revealed the unfair truth behind the numbers, writes Chris Castle. Read Parts #1 and #2 of the. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 01/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Streaming myths, Dynamic ticket pricing exposed, TikTok ban nears & More

Episode 231 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s podcast Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE: Episode 231 On this week’s YMC. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 01/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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last week's top music business news

DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week in DIY and independent musician news, readers tuned into topics including music marketing strategies for 2025, new public YouTube Audience stat, top music schools and more.

Bruce Houghton on 01/11/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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