Freemium Model Works For Pandora But Is Devastating To Songwriters [Op-Ed]
Although Pandora's CEO Brian McAndrews recently boasted of the success of their free music streaming service, claiming that Americans are unwilling to pay for streaming, a breakdown of their revenue. Continue reading
Music Publishing News Roundup 9.25.15: Streaming Milestone • BMI Bonuses • Pandora Rate Win
New reporting from the RIAA indicates a new milestone as music streaming revenue surpasses physical sales for the first time in the United States. Reporting from the first half of the. Continue reading
Is It Time To Bid Farewell To All Pre-1972 Music?
Taking advantage of a copyright void which was created for all pre-1972 music after the law was updated in 1976, the RIAA has been trying to claim that the state. Continue reading
There’s Another Side To The Playola Debate For Streaming Playlists
In the age of streaming, playlists have become one of the best ways for artists to have their music promoted. This brings with it a whole host of questions regarding. Continue reading
Apple Music Has 15M Users, 7.5M Ready To Pay [REPORT]
In just days, millions of free Apple Music trials will start to expire [see our countdown clock]. While it's doubtful that Apple will share stats, how many are willing to pay. Continue reading
This Week In Music Commentary
Janita's interview for Forbes that Forbes declined to publish, Spotify's CEO says Apple Music is helping them out, and a big announcement from Beats 1 as we lend our ears. Continue reading
REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
Spotify adds artist bios, music fans start getting the VIP experience via Periscope, and a new app is set to become the Instagram of music, just when we're questioning whether. Continue reading
Apple Music Is Helping Spotify Grow, Says CEO Daniel EK
One of the biggest unknowns when Apple Music launched was if or how much it would hurt Spotify. According to Spotify CEO Daniel Ek, the launch of Apple Music has. Continue reading
