SXSW Issues Statement On Visa Problems, As They Work To Help Bands Enter U.S.

Following multiple reports that artists scheduled to showcase at SXSW have been turned back at the border, festival organizers have stepped up efforts to aid musicians entering the country. 

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5 Essential Tools For DIY Music PR

In the current music economy, up and coming artists are often expected to do work traditionally handled by labels and A&Rs themselves, including most of the leg work when it. Continue reading

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Spotify Could Use It’s New Acquisition To Take On Soundcloud

Last year rumors swirled that Spotify was in talks to buy SoundCloud. Spotify's interest eventually waned, apparently because it did not want strain it's pre-IPO balance sheet. But a new. Continue reading

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Spotify Acquires Audio Detection Startup Sonalytic To Improve Publishing Data

Spotify has acquired Sonalytic, a UK based startup that specializes in audio identification that enables us to connect creators and rights-holders to monetization opportunities.

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MON. BRIEF: Azoffs + Creed = Mega Management Merger • SXSW Debacle • SoundEx, RIAA Support Turtles • More

MONDAY 3.6.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Live Nation is the biggest management company, but the Azoff's helm what may be the most powerful.  Updated continuously under our More. Continue reading

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AM BRIEF: Snapchat’s IPO, Music Plans • Spotify Pases 50M, Tips Hi-Fi • SXSW Immigration Scuffle • More

3.3.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Favorite headline: "Snap’s IPO was a success. Now it has to prove it’s not Twitter." But could it be the social service that. Continue reading

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Richard Conlon Joins SoundExchange To Head Industry Relations, Public Policy

SoundExchange has named Richard Conlon as Chief External Affairs Officer. He will oversee industry relations, corporate communications and public policy efforts.  The appointment comes at a time when SoundExchange is. Continue reading

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THU. BRIEF: Spotify Preps Hi-Rez Music Tier • Snapchat IPO Today • Major Landr Upgrade • More

Thursday 3.2.17 Hi-rez music is a smart way to increase revenue for both streamers and rightholders, but how many will sign up? Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Crowdmix CEO Alleges “Gangster” Investor Used “Blackmail” To Gain Control Of Company

Crowdmix was one of music tech's most spectacular failures ever. After raising more than $18 million, the startup quickly went down in flames without ever launching a public product.

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WED. BRIEF: Liberty Denies Pandora Merger • Sound United Acquires D+M • Spotify Expands Daily Mix • More

Wednesday 3.1.17 Music Business News From Around The Web  Pandora is not really looking for a buyer, but every hint of interest or rejection sends it stock on a rollercoaster. Continue reading

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A Look At The 11 Startups Named To TechStar Music’s Inaugural Class [Bas Grasmayer]

Here we review eleven tech startups chosen by known startup accelerator Techstars, and what they're doing to reshape the future of music tech, and the music industry as a whole. Continue reading

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