THU. BRIEF: Apple Music Scores Britney Spears Exclusive • WMG Up 14% • Daytrotter Founder Resigns • More

THURSDAY 8.4.16 Music Business News From Around The Web  Is Apple doubling down on exclusives, in part to prove that it doesn't need Jay Z?  Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Making Live Video Part Of Your Music Promotion

Far from being just another flash in the pan music tech fad, it seems live video, be it Periscope or Facebook is not only here to stay, but has also become. Continue reading

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New Facebook Video Features: Suggested/Dedicated Video, Saved Bookmarks

Facebook recently announced that it plans to roll out several upgrades to their video platform including suggested videos, saved videos, and shareable lists, which could have far reaching implications for both. Continue reading

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Instagram Copies Snapchat, Adds “Stories”

Facebook and Instagram have never been afraid to find "inspiration" in the features and successes of others.  And ever since Zukerberg failed to acquire Snapchat, that popular service has become. Continue reading

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How To Get YouTube To Help Promote Your Videos

This how-to piece from Quaterlab advises DIY artists on how they can get YouTube to promote their videos. Here they explain the popular video sharing platform's layout and the best. Continue reading

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TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot

Some of Hypebot's most popular articles from the past included Father John Misty's account of why he declined to do an ad for Chipotle and their response, a reminder from Apple. Continue reading

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Is Spotify Also Eyeing Tidal? Kayne West Shares Insider Info, Calls On Apple To “Give Jay His Check”

Last month we heard rumors that Apple was exploring the purchase of Jay Z's Tidal streaming service. Since then, we've heard nothing, until this weekend when Tidal co-owner Kayne West. Continue reading

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3 Things You Should Know About The Average Facebook User

Facebook's latest algorithm shift has placed greater emphasis on users friends and family rather than other pages and organizations. This article helps artists understand the average Facebook users habits such that. Continue reading

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How live streaming is transforming the music industry… and why that might scare you

Live video is exploding. Facebook Live, Snapchat, Pericope, and for a growing number of musicians, YouNow. But rising consumer demand for unscripted, real-time performances requires an entirely new skill set for. Continue reading

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Facebook Branded Content Now Enabled For All Verified Pages

An option which was formerly only available to media companies and major celebrities, Facebook has recently made branded content (aka any content which directly mentions or features a third party. Continue reading

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