What Sweden Has To Tell Us About Streaming’s Future
Although none of it is shocking new data from the most recent IFPI study has given us a glimpse of what a later stage streaming economy might look like, thanks. Continue reading
SoundExchange Launches Music Data Exchange To Connect Label, Publisher Metadata
[UPDATED] SoundExchange has launched Music Data Exchange (MDX), a free software application designed to facilitate the exchange of sound recording and publishing data and ownership claims between record labels and. Continue reading
A Musician’s Guide To Creating Community – 9 Steps to Nurture Your Super Fans [Cyber PR]
"I spoke on an incredible panel for AIMP here in New York City a few nights ago all about branding and marketing," writes Ariel Hyatt of CyberPR, "and in a. Continue reading
Instagram To Add Music To Posts, Code Reveals
Instagram is planning to launch new features that allow users to add music, according to an analysis of code found within the Instagram Android app. The reveal comes just days. Continue reading
WMG Sells $400M Spotify Shares, No Profits For Some Labels
Warner Music Group revealed in an earnings call today that it recently sold 75 % of its shares in Spotify, netting $400 million. The transaction happened after the end of. Continue reading
The Music Industry Doesn’t Need To Be Saved
In this piece Bobby Owsinski refutes the idea that technology will "save" the music business, arguing that as long as people want to hear music, there will be a business. Continue reading
What Happens When Paid Streaming Has 96% Market Share? Sweden Has Answers
The music industry is experiencing a resurgence thanks to streaming. But can that growth continue and will more users return promised revenue to artists and labels? MIDiA's Mark Mulligan says. Continue reading
DistroKid Adds 6 Payment Options
One of the things we're impressed by about DistroKid is how its constantly innovating. It seems like every week, we're writing about a new feature that the ultra-low cost flat. Continue reading
When To Consider Signing With A Label
While many artists struggling to make it in the music industry may be under the impression that signing with a label is their holy grail, the reality is that signing . Continue reading
