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This Week In Music Commentary

Commentary from inside the industry this week covered the hype over chatbots and if they're worth it, aletter from music organizers regarding NAFTA talks, the effect going after YouTube ripping. Continue reading

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Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Equipment • Crossing The Border • Guide To Buying Drums

This week on MusicThinkTank, we covered the challenge of coming to the US as a Canadian or Mexican band, what to keep in mind when purchasing drums, how to find. Continue reading

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

Before moving on to what will surely be another full week of music industry news, we're taking some time to revisit major stories from the past seven days, including a. Continue reading

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Metadata Explained And 7 Key Reasons Songwriters Should Manage It Themselves

Although the term is thrown around often as an issue which needs fixing in the music business, particularly where streaming is concerned, what it is and why it's important for. Continue reading

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Why Moving To Brooklyn Isn’t Necessary For Your Band To Make It Big

Thanks in part to an idea perpetuated by popular culture, many fledgling bands and artists enter the industry under the assumption that moving to a densely populated area is a. Continue reading

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Teamwork Makes The Dream Work: 5 Reasons It Pays To Collaborate

While people often expound about the value of teamwork, the specifics of why collaboration is valuable are often left out. Here we look at five music industry specific reasons why. Continue reading

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International Entertainment Buyers Association Announce 2017 Industry Awards Nominees

The International Entertainment Buyers Association announced the nominations for its 2017 Industry Awards. Winners will be announced during an awards gala at the conclusion of IEBA’s 47th Annual Conference on. Continue reading

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How To Sell Out A House Concert [Case Study]

In this article we look at a case study of how entrepreneuring musician Derek Webb decided to fill his calendar with house concert performances, and has managed to see a. Continue reading

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4 Ways The Right Social Media Tools Can Save You Time, Money

Having a robust social media presence has become essential for any independent DIY artist, but trying to be on all of them can be a taxing drain on already precious. Continue reading

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