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How Vinyl Records Are Pressed and Perfected

Vinyl is having a serious comeback, but making a record is more hands-on than most people think. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the craft, care, machines and how vinyl records are pressed.

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UK adds songwriter stipends

UK adds songwriter stipends, ups session fees 40%. Is US next?

Sony, Universal, and Warner Music have committed to new policies that mean tens of millions of new dollars for UK songwriters and musicians over the next 5 years. As the UK adds songwriter stipends, increases session fees 40% and forgives legacy contract advances, will the US follow?

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Live Music News: VenuesNow, Eurosonic, Outside Lands & More

In the latest live music news, the initial schedule for the VenuesNow Conference 2025 has been released, Sessions will include booking trends, premium experiences, revenue generation, tech innovations, sustainability and more. 

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Create a tech rider

How To Create a Tech Rider and Stage Plot: Use This Free Tool

A clear and concise tech rider is key to setting up every live music show for success. Learn how to create a tech rider and stage plot and download it free.

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Importance of safely sharing passwords within artists teams

Artists risk losing everything if they don’t protect access to their social media accounts. Here’s a guide to safely sharing passwords within artist teams – without putting their digital presence on the line.

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Setmixer live recordings offer new Income for Artists & Venues

Setmixer has built and launched a platform that, once installed in a music venue, delivers quality live recordings for sale to fans within 12 hours.

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15 Ways to Make Money From Live Shows

Most musicians focus on ticket sales, but that’s just the start. These 15 ideas show how to make money from live shows while also connecting with fans.

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How to Credit Collaborators the Right Way

How to Credit Collaborators the Right Way

Not sure how to credit bandmates, guest artists, and collab partners on your next release? Learn how to credit collaborators and handle metadata so the music shows up correctly and your collaborators get the recognition they deserve.

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How the Fandom Journey builds loyalty [MIDiA]

When it comes to fandom, the process matter more than the payoff. In an era dominated by AI and instant access, learn how to the fandom journey builds loyalty authentically and sustainably.

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Is playing live worth it? Two questions help decide

Is playing live worth it? It’s harder than ever to perform live and tour profitably. The reasons are many, but the main culprits are rising costs and increased competition.

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How to Find Music PR Teams That Actually Understand You

A PR firm can help a music career skyrocket, but only if you choose the right one. Learn how to find music PR teams, the key traits to look for and red flags to avoid before making this critical investment.

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