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HITS Act becomes law in a Big Win For Independent Artists

As the HITS Act becomes law, independent artists and labels get a major new tax break on recording expenses. This is be a financial game-changer for anyone making music outside the major label system.

Alana Bonilla on 07/14/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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live music news roundup

Live Music Industry News: OVG, Live Nation, NIVA, SVOG & PROs

Last week in live music industry news Oak View Group agreed to DoJ cooperation, NIVA called for a Live Nation breakup, the concert giant proposed a 20% cap on ticket resales and more.

Alana Bonilla on 07/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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New policy points to YouTube AI Content Crackdown, Or Does It?

A YouTube AI content crackdown appear to have started with a major update to its content rules starting July 15. But with Google promoting its own AI tools for creators, is this move more about owning the AI wave?

Alana Bonilla on 07/14/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Hypebot music business news today

Music Business News: $12M Snoop Dogg NFTs sold • Spotify + Superfans – Turkey • Chordal API • Millions in Roblox game sales • BLACKPINK tour • OVG • More

MONDAY 7.14.25 • Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

Bruce Houghton on 07/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie Musician News Last Week: YouTube, Fandom, Playlists, More

Tune into these helpful guides: from mastering YouTube marketing and launching merch to getting on top editorial Spotify playlists, and more in last eek’s latest indie musician news. Indie Musician. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 07/12/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Business News Last Week

Music Business News Last Week: DoJ probe, TikTok, SVOG, More

Catch up on what everyone is buzzing about from the DoJ live music probe, big changes coming to TikTok, an SVOG update and more with the latest music business news last week.

Alana Bonilla on 07/12/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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AI Music is exploding on Spotify

AI Music is exploding on Spotify: DON’T PANIC!

AI Music is exploding on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and other streaming music platforms. AI bands and AI songs are now garnering millions of followers and streams.

Bruce Houghton on 07/11/2025 in Music Tech | Permalink | Comments (0)
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TikTok app is back in Apple, Google Play download stores

Change Is Coming To TikTok: Be Ready For What’s Next

Change is coming to TikTok. The platform is likely getting sold, but not the part that makes it so addictive. U.S. users and creators could soon be stuck with a version that just doesn’t hit the same.

Alana Bonilla on 07/11/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: DoJ live music updates • MIDiA songwriter surveys • Paul McCartney US Tour • SoundCloud + elasticStage • More

– Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

Bruce Houghton on 07/11/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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how to create and launch merch for music

How to Create and Launch Merch That Fans Actually Want to Buy

Many indie musicians struggle to turn their merch into a reliable income stream. Here are five essential tips to create and launch merch that create a connection with fans, drives sales and builds your brand.

Alana Bonilla on 07/10/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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