US Copyright Royalty Board Raises Some Music Streaming Royalty Rates For 2018
In what is expected to be the first of several new rate determinations, the United States Copyright Royalty Board has issued a cost of living adjustment for the rates paid. Continue reading
10 Free Tools For Automating Your Social Media
A lot of artists may not have the either the time or the patience to meticulously curate their social media presence across a multitude of different social media platforms. In. Continue reading
Dos And Don’ts: Getting Through Your First Gig
After countless hours spent honing your craft, the time will eventually arise when it's time for you to play your first gig. While exciting, there's a lot that can go. Continue reading
Spotify Goes Exclusive With Holiday Songs by Miley Cyrus, Sam Smith, Demi Lovato, Kelly Clarkson and More
So much for no exclusives on Spotify. Mimicking a tradition started by Amazon Music, the streamer has released a Spotify Singles holiday playlist featuring exclusive recordings of holiday classics and. Continue reading
The Orchard Lands Record 50 Grammy 2018 Nominations
While we wait for A2IM's definitive tabulation of who independent record labels faired in 2018 Grammy nominations, the tally for The Orchard stood out. Buoyed by its merger with RED,. Continue reading
How Pre-Saves Can Help You Build Momentum For Your Music Before You Even Release It
Getting a solid stream count on day one when your music drops is huge indicator for success when it comes and a pre-save, much like an amazon or iTunes pre-sale,. Continue reading
Owning A Piece Of Drake’s Music Now Possible Through The Magic Of Vetz
For the hardcore fan, the idea of owning a piece of their favorite artist's music might well be an enticing one and now, thanks to a company called Vetz.co, artists. Continue reading
Dr. Dre, Jimmy Iovine Documentary “The Defiant Ones Now Available On DVD, Streaming
“The Defiant Ones,” the documentary about the lives and careers of Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, comes out on Blu-ray and DVD today, and while the four part documentary occasionally. Continue reading
Majors Score More Charted Tracks, But Indies Win On Longevity [Mark Mulligan]
It's clear from looking at any chart or official playlist that the major labels have a significant edge when promoting music and "creating" hits. But that promotional power does not. Continue reading
