Why Can We Still Buy Music? [Thomas Euler]
In this piece, Thomas Euler ponders the question of why it is that we can still purchase music. Will we soon live in a world where music cannot be bought.. Continue reading
Spotify Tests New ‘Jump In’ Feature For Free Users That Makes Paying For Premium Much Less Attractive
[UPDATED] Spotify is in the midst of protracted renegotiations with the major labels, and a sticking point, according to multiple sources, is the music companies' desire to scale back the streamer's free. Continue reading
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
Apple Pushes Back, Says MusicWatch Survey Grossly Underestimates Apple Music Retention
Apple fought back this afternoon, saying that the 48% percent retention rate reported by a new MusicWatch survey which Hypebot published earlier today, was incorrect. and stating that 79% of users. Continue reading
Should Radio Stations Accept A “Listen” Fee For Screening Music?
Could a pay-to-play relationship between artists and DJs be the future of radio? Although historically frowned upon, a business model which allows DJs to screen songs while being paid for. Continue reading
Facebook Starts Paying Video Creators, Is In Talks With Record Labels
Facebook has always left the music business to others, but that may be about to change. With video viewing on Facebook exploding, the online giant announced that it would start. Continue reading
At Age 76 And 73, Sony’s Top Music Execs To Re-up For $27M A Year
At the risk of sound like an ageist (and admitting that I'm no kid), I keep hoping for a changing of the guard at the top of the music business.. Continue reading
