The Future Of Music: A Manifesto For Executives, Creatives And Artists
[UPDATED] For much of recent history, the music industry has been infamous for its inability to adapt to digital technology. This said, certain companies within the industry, like Apple and Spotify, have. Continue reading
Experiencing The Ryan Adams Bump: From Almost 0 To 685,000 Miles Per Hour
How much is a celebrity tweet worth? Recently, an up-and-coming artist was lucky enough to have Ryan Adams tweet about his music to 685,000 followers, with the result that he. Continue reading
Music, Entertainment Stocks Rebound Slightly Tuesday
Like almost every stock on the major global exchanges, Monday was a tough day for music and entertainments stocks. But like others on the New York Stock Exchange, most rebounded. Continue reading
Rdio Adds “Promoted Music Experiences,” Hard Rock 1st Brand Partner
Music streamers, under fire from labels and publishers demanding more revenue from free ad-supported listening, are working feverishly to finding better ways to attract and retain sponsors. Today Rdio unveiled. Continue reading
“Unparalleled Promotional Value” Of Big Corporate Radio Not So Valuable
As fewer and fewer people discover new music through conventional terrestrial radio, it has switched to a system of playing the same top 40 hits ad nauseam, meaning that its value. Continue reading
Does Unlimited Streaming Cost Too Much?
Although streaming services have rapidly become the main source of music for many individuals, having risen above the ashes of both physical album sales and digital downloads, there remains some question. Continue reading
Sony, Vivendi, Apple, Pandora, SFXE All Fall As Global Markets Tumble
Music and entertainment related stocks fell on Monday as the global stock market continued a three day tumble. New York Stock Exchange officials said they would halt all trading for. Continue reading
Weekend Box Office: Straight Outta Compton Is #1 Again
Universal Music Group's plan to invest in films related to its artists and catalog is certainly paying off. First the Amy Winehouse film was a success, and now NWA's biopic "Straight Outta. Continue reading
