For self-sufficient artists and musicians, last week’s Hypebot posts will provide insights from changes at Patreon, .music domains, a Bandcamp alternative, an open contest for young songwriters, and more.
Discover the latest developments and trends shaping the music industry today from SXSW panel voting, a copyright comedown on deepfakes, a Bandcamp alternative, Jack White full of surprises, and more…
SXSW Panelpicker voting ends on Sunday, August 18th. Anyone can register for a free SXSW account to vote and help ensure that the best panels are chosen. We’ve made a list of SXSW 2025 panels worth voting for.
Threads tools for creators are improving with some new additions. Just 13 months after launch, Threads has 200 million active users, making it a must-use social media platform.
Explore the most effective short video music promotion strategies on TikTok and other platforms. Elevate your career with these expert insights designed to maximize your reach and impact.
The No Fakes Act introduces significant changes to U.S. publicity rights, aiming to protect individuals from unauthorized AI-generated replicas. Could this legislation reshape the future of digital identity?
Musicians and music companies have until September 10th to register .MUSIC domains name with only a one-time $1.99 identity verification fee per domain name.
With the internet and digital technologies driving rapid change within the music industry, articles about new releases and who has been hired and fired are no longer enough. Our up to the minute industry news alongside insightful commentary helps our readers sift through the rumors and developments to find the information they need to keep their businesses moving forward.
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