This Is My Jam To Close Playlist Service
Playlist repository This Is My Jam is shutting down new entries. But, in a move unusual for modern exiting startups, users will still be able to discover playlists previously created. Continue reading
Apple Music, Labels Did Not Collude To End Freemium, Says European Union Commission
An EU probe, rumored to be motivated by Spotify, found no evidence that Apple Music and the major record labels conspired to end freemium music. Unlike Spotify, Apple Music does. Continue reading
Music Publishing News Roundup 8.10.15: Kobalt’s AMRA Makes Apple Deal, Apple Music Extends AU Free Trial
Kobalt’s collection society AMRA has entered a deal with Apple Music in the form of its first worldwide digital licensing deal. AMRA, which represents more than 500 independent publishing companies, will. Continue reading
User Centric Licensing: Making Streaming Work For Everyone
One of the greatest criticisms surrounding music streaming concerns the reduced income artists receive. This income, based on "airplay," is often miniscule and stretched over a lengthy period of time. Enter. Continue reading
Any Artist Can Now Upload Mixes To Beatport, But They’ll Earn Just 5-10% Of Revenue
UPDATED: Beatport has been making some aggressive moves of late, including a partnership to power an EDM channel on Spotify. Now, Beatport is aiming straight for Soundcloud and allowing anyone. Continue reading
Country Star Luke Bryan Debuts Song On Tinder
Luke Bryan is debuting a song on social dating app Tinder. Bryan has placed 12 singles at No. 1 and sold 7.5 million albums with 30 million digital tracks He's. Continue reading
Apple Music Streams Just 4% Of Spotify’s, Says Indie Distributor
Since Apple isn't sharing and any stats provided during a 90 day free trial would be suspect, we have no real idea how well Apple Music is doing. Tim Cook. Continue reading
