Recording Industry Claims Keeping Copyright Terms At Life Plus 50, Instead Of Life Plus 70 Too Expensive

Although one would expect record labels to be happy that the TPP includes a provision extending the life of minimum copyright at the expense of the listening public, it seems. Continue reading

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Spotify’s Major Label Contracts Have Lapsed, Talks Stalled Over Rates, But Both Sides And Artists Could End Up Winners

Spotify's contracts with all 3 major labels have lapsed. That's not news to any of use who follow the music industry, but what is new is a report that talks. Continue reading

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Universal, Sony, Warner Music To Sign 9 Acts From “The Stream” Spotify Competition

It was only a matter of time before TV talent competitions joined forces with streaming music.  That's the premise behind the open talent competition "The Stream," and Spotify along with. Continue reading

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Pandora Nears Launch Of On Demand Streaming Service, Overseas Expansion

Pandora could launch their promised on demand streaming music service as early as next month, according to multiple sources. But with Apple, Spotify, Tidal, Rhapsody, Slacker, Soundcloud, Deezer and others fighting for. Continue reading

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#WhyFrank, Pandora Charts, Stranger Things: This Week in Music, More – Liv Buli’s Weekend Reading List 

Frank Ocean's latest release, new charts from her boss, Biebs, Kobalt and more. As she does on most Fridays, Liv Buli, the Data Journalist for Pandora's Next Big Sound shares what she's paying. Continue reading

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Streaming Music Business Bigger Than Previously Thought

While many industry analysts have already acknowledged that streaming accounts for a huge percentage of overall music consumption, some of the most popular tracks actually received an even greater number of spins once. Continue reading

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Make Better Music Using Fan Feedback

One of the greatest challenges when it comes to self-improvement as a musician is being able to judge one's own music objectively. For this reason, it can be important to. Continue reading

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Building A Fanbase With Facebook Music Video Ads

Thanks to social media, buying advertising to promote music is no longer just for deep pocketed major labels. But where is the best place to spend limited funds?  That's a. Continue reading

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Spotify’s Most Viral Tracks US, UK And Globally

These lists represent the most viral tracks on Spotify, based on the number of people who shared it divided by the number who listened to it, from 8/5-11/2016 via Facebook,. Continue reading

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JOB: Director Marketing, Sales, Licensing At Smithsonian Folkways

Smithsonian Folkways Recordings is seeking a new Director Marketing, Sales and Licensing.  Smithsonian Folkways is an internationally prominent nonprofit record label located within the Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage at. Continue reading

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Universal Invests in Indie Petrol Records, Deal Includes New INXS Documentary and Records

UMG has taken a major stake in indie Petrol Records. Now that, thanks to streaming, the major music groups have found their footing,  they're again consolidating their dominate position with. Continue reading

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