This Week In Music Commentary
Music industry commentators this week discussed whether streaming killed song intros, why TV is perfect for artists who don't fit the radio model, and why we shouldn't expect major internet companies. Continue reading
If You Want To Save Net Neutrality, Don’t Bother Waiting For Google, Netflix Or Facebook’s Help
As the gutting of neutrality and killing off of privacy protections continues to proceed, companies like Netflix, Google, and Facebook, although making something of show of lobbying against such things,. Continue reading
Universal, Spotify Deal Is Even Bigger Than It Looks [Mark Mulligan]
Yesterday's announcement that Spotify had signed a multi-year licensing deal with UMG is a clearly a big deal, clearing the way for a Spotify IPO. But it's also much, much. Continue reading
How The Web Screws Artists… By Allowing Them A Normal Life
In this piece, Ross Pruden of Techdirt works to dispell the myth that the internet is destroying art and culture, making it impossible for artists to make a living via. Continue reading
Slacker Radio Is “On The Cusp Of Profitability,” says CEO
“We are comfortable with the idea of being at a smaller scale,” said Slacker CEO Duncan Orrell-Jones commenting on the unsustainable losses of his larger competitors. “We are on the. Continue reading
Analysis Of How Users Of Each Streaming Music Service Differ
Given that the content made available on streaming services is largely the same from platform to platform, what actually differentiates them? This article explores the role of audience, and the. Continue reading
FRI. BRIEF: Spotify Compromises As Label Deals Near • Vevo Adds Watch Party • SXSW Update • More
3.17.17 Music Biz News From Around The Web If rumors are true, Spotify will allow Premium windowing – a move that could both boost early sales and increase paid subscriptions.. Continue reading
Why I Chose Patreon [BRIAN HAZARD]
After pronouncing music sales dead, Brian Hazard here goes on to explain why, of the limited options left to musicians, Patreon is his choice for earning a sustainable living as. Continue reading
