.music Domains Are Coming and DotMusic (Not Google) Will Control Them

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has named the DotMusic as the sole provider of the coveted .music domain extension, beating internet giants like Google and Amazon.

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WED. BRIEF: Spotify Adds R&D Hub • CD Baby + Audible Magic • SiriusXM Shows Become Pandora Podcasts • More

WEDNESDAY 4.17.19 Music Business News From Around The Web Updated continuously under the More News tab

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Zoe Keating: ‘Unrepresented songwriters deserve to be heard’

A battle is brewing on the songwriter front. Two organizations, the NMPA backed Music Licencing Collective (MLC) and the independent non-profit American Music Licensing Collective (ALMC) are vying to become. Continue reading

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Take This Important Survey Of Musicians Now

MIDiA Research and independent distribution company Amuse have launched a survey designed to understand the issues facing modern musicians. Little analysis has been done of working musicians, so if you. Continue reading

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iHeartMedia’s IPO May Demonstrate Future Of Music Radio

In an effort to pay down its massive debts, iHeartMedia is set to file for an IPO, a move by the bankrupt internet radio company which could be indicative of. Continue reading

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Top Quotes From First Ever AIM Connected Global Music Business Event

Last week, Studio Spaces in London was home to the first ever AIM (Association of Independent Music) Connected global music business conference, featuring some amazing panels and discussions, with over. Continue reading

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Apple Music Expands ‘For You’ Personalized Recommendations

Apple Music is improving its ‘For You' section, and reorganizing it around personalized music themes that are updated more frequently. Apple Music once touted a curator-centric approach to music discovery,. Continue reading

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R. Kelly Reportedly Has Just $625 To His Name

Amid all of the allegations and child support, R. Kelly’s financial fortunes have apparently dwindled to the point where he has a total of $625 in his banking accounts.

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Taylor Swift’s Mysterious Countdown Clock

Taylor Swift has been posting mysterious photos on her Instagram account, teasing an announcement on April 26th. The mystery started Friday when Swift added a countdown timer on the landing. Continue reading

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TUE. BRIEF: Apple Music ‘For You’ Upgrade • DotMusic Wins .music Domains • Aretha Franklin Awarded Pulitzer • More

TUESDAY 4.16.19 Music Business News From Around The Web Updated continuously under the More News tab

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