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MLC Black Box funds still unpaid as royalties pass $2.4B

The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) has collected more than $2.4 billion from DSP on behalf of songwriters and publishers. But about 50% of unmatched or so called MLC “Black Box” funds remain unpaid.

Bruce Houghton on 10/14/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)

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International Creators Protect Music with Cosynd

Learn how international creators protect music with ease using Cosynd’s comprehensive copyright tools. Don’t let legal complexities hold you back—learn the steps to protect your music globally today. International Creators. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 10/14/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (3)

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Music Industry News Summary Delivered Free Daily

The best way to stay on top of the fast-changing music industry, the latest in music marketing, and the most interesting music tech startups is the Hypebot Daily Newsletter – a music industry news summary delivered free every daily.

Bruce Houghton on 10/14/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Social Media For Musicians: Proven Strategies

Unlock the full potential of your career by mastering social media for musicians in 2024 with proven strategies tailored for musicians. Learn how to engage your audience, grow your fanbase, and make the most of every platform to amplify your success.

Alana Bonilla on 10/14/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (4)

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Financial Impact of Songwriter Catalog Sales

Pink Floyd catalog sale: How will brands use this iconic music?

The Pink Floyd catalog sale to Sony Music for $400 million opens the door for their hits to appear in movies and ads. Will brands find creative ways to use this iconic progressive music?

Alana Bonilla on 10/14/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Label market share • TikTok squeezes indies • Tour rider excesses • More

Episode 218 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s music business podcast Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE.

Bruce Houghton on 10/14/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Getting It Done: Last Week in D.I.Y. and Independent Music News

Last week, our tips and advice for the independent, do-it-yourselfers out there covered how to increase streams, future your fanbase, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 10/12/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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REWIND: New music industry’s last week in review

It was a busy week by any definition and the music industry was no exception, with TikTok’s standoff with indie labels and changing media monetization, Taylor Swift empowering artists in. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 10/12/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Marketing music with Short Videos: Latest Updates

YouTube Shorts are getting longer and Spotify Wrapped video clips are timed to take off again as important tools for marketing music with short videos. Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/11/2024 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (1)

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