Alexa, Do You Help Or Hurt Radio?
Since Amazon's Echo device dropped two years ago, the debate has been raging over whether or not these these voice command devices will help or hurt broadcast radio. Here we. Continue reading
Major Labels File Billion Dollar Piracy Suit vs Cox
The three major labels, Sony, Universal, and Warner Music, have hit telecommunications company Cox and its ISP service with a lawsuit alleging copyright infringement in the latest challenge to the. Continue reading
Understanding Music Streaming’s Incredible Growth
New numbers out from Nielsen have revealed that the popularity of streaming is continuing to grow at a precipitous rate. Here we hear from multiple industry experts on what this. Continue reading
Deezer Adds $185M At $1B Valuation, Rotana Partnership
Paris based music streaming service Deezer has raised another $185 million in funding based on a $1.16 billion valuation. It's an impressive value for a service with just 14 million. Continue reading
How Get A Blog Premier For Your Next Release
While much has changed in the music industry, getting proper press coverage remains an important part of pushing new music. Here we look at some tips and tricks that can. Continue reading
NYT Expose Looks Inside The Culture Of Billboard Magazine
The New York Times‘ Ben Sisario has published a scathing report on the business culture of Billboard, both before and after the exit of chief John Amato. The expose comes. Continue reading
Music for Mourning: The Heartbreak of Losing Your Favorite Artist [Kyle Bylin]
Long-time Hypebot contributor Kyle Bylin reflects on the death of his favorite lead singer and lyric writer, Scott Hutchison of indie rock band Frightened Rabbit. He says, "Hutchison described the struggles of finding. Continue reading
