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SXSW Music

SXSW cuts two days: Festival Issues Statement

SXSW will be getting two days shorter in 2026, the festival has officially confirmed. Instead of being spread over 9 days, all three SXSW festivals – Interactive, Film & TV and Music – will run concurrently over 7 days.

Bruce Houghton on 03/18/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Science Behind Why Music Is Getting Simpler Than Ever

Research proves that music is getting simpler over the years, with modern tunes relying more on loops and basic structures. Here’s why complexity is fading and whether a new musical evolution is on the horizon.

Alana Bonilla on 03/18/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Miami MusicTech Summit

Music Tech takes center stage in Miami

The first Miami MusicTech Summit is set for next Tuesday, March 25. The gathering will bring together global music tech leaders while showcasing the city’s exploding music tech and innovation scene.

Bruce Houghton on 03/17/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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DoJ Live Nation antitrust

Live Nation DoJ lawsuit continues under Trump

A federal judge in New York denied Live Nation’s motion to narrow the antitrust case brought by the US Department of Justice and 39 state Attorney Generals from both parties.

Bruce Houghton on 03/17/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How to Build a Fanbase on YouTube For Musicians

YouTube offers a unique opportunity to grow an audience and transform casual viewers into loyal supporters. In this post, you’ll learn how to leverage features, enhance interaction and how build a fanbase on YouTube.

Alana Bonilla on 03/17/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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How the Industry Is Fighting Artificial Music Streaming

The industry is fighting artificial music streaming with stricter rules, AI detection, and legal action. Here’s how artists, DSPs, and tech are battling to keep streaming fair.

Alana Bonilla on 03/17/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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live music stocks

Live Music Stocks up premarket Monday after turbulent week

After a turbulent week for both the live music stocks and the broader stock market, top US live music stocks were up Monday morning in premarket trading.

Bruce Houghton on 03/17/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: new Stats from MIDiA, Spotify & More

Episode 240 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 03/17/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Last week’s most read Hypebot posts

Catch up on what everybody has been talking about with last weeks most read Hypebot posts. We’ve got topics ranging from new research into the global music market, Gen Z trends,. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/17/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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independent musician news

DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

This week, our tips and advice for the independent, do-it-yourselfers out there covered how promote shows on TikTok, a data-driven entertainment playbook, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 03/15/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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