Blue Check, Please: What Is An Instagram Verification Badge?
As with other social media, having a verified account on Instagram clearly carries with it significant value, but exactly what it means, and what the process of getting verified is. Continue reading
Move Over Radio, Spotify Lets You Add Podcasts To Playlists
Spotify now allows users to add podcasts to new or existing playlists. The new feature, which appropriately launches on International Podcast Day, allows users to curate their own streams of. Continue reading
A Penny Saved Is A Tour Date Earned: How Be Frugal On Tour
DIY touring is challenging for a number of reasons, but perhaps none is greater than the financial burden it places on you and your bandmates. That said, touring is fun. Continue reading
YouTube Music Replaces Google Play On Android Devices
Google has given YouTube Music a major leg up by adding it to all Android 9 and 10 devices. It replaces Google Play, the company's previous failed attempt and launching. Continue reading
Spotify Is Finally Gets Full Siri Support In iOS 13
Spotify playback controlled by Apple's Siri is finally a reality. Users that have upgraded to iOS 13.1 can now request songs, albums and playlist played via Spotify on their iPhone. Continue reading
Facebook Implementing New Video Publishing Tools
In a bit of good news for artists, Facebook recently announced at the Internatinoal Broadcasting Convention that will be unveiling a set of new video publishing features, including updates to. Continue reading
ASCAP Launches Research & Innovation Initiative With Startup Summits, Speaker Series, More
ASCAP has launched the Advanced Research & Innovation Initiative to explore how advanced technologies, new business approaches and creative collaborations can drive value for its music creator members and music. Continue reading
MON. BRIEF: Spotify Gets Siri Support • YouTube Replaces Play On Android • Teens Love Beatles • More
This Week In Music Commentary
This week in music commentary, we look at the value and staying power of deceased rockstars and their legacies, the complex issue of balancing dreams and expectations in the music. Continue reading
Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. and Indie Music
This week, we backed up the advice truck and unloaded a whole host of valuable tips and tricks for indie artists on how to crowdfund concerts, the best strategy for. Continue reading
Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Business For Bands • Music Education • Songwriters Seeking Inspiration • More
This week on MusicThinkTank, contributors shared insights on what business skills musicians need to succeed, whether or not it's possible for touring artists to successfully pursue higher education, ten unlikely. Continue reading
