Spotify Launches In India Without WMG Deal, Premium Costs $1.67 Monthly
Spotify ramped up its battle with Warner Music Group on Tuesday, launching in India without a signed deal with the Warner/Chappell music publishing arm of the world's third largest music. Continue reading
Gaming Facebook Algorithm To Create More Cost Effective Ads: A Musician’s Guide
Once you've spilled the blood, sweat, and tears necessary to create quality content, you're going to want to share it on all the social media platforms. When it comes to. Continue reading
BUSINESS OF INDIE: Merlin Turns 10 • Shaggy To Downtown • New AIM Chair • More
In a new edition of the Business Of Indie, indie licensing powerhouse Merlin turns 10, Shaggy signs with Downtown Music Publishing, AIM names a new chair plus sets a SXSW. Continue reading
Teen Musician Rejects $3M Deal: No Need For Label Thanks To Internet
Billboard magazine recently released a profile of teenaged musician/rapper NLE Choppa, who handily turned down a $3 million label deal, opting instead to partner with a distribution company, UnitedMasters, and. Continue reading
RIAA Names New Board Of Directors
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announced the election of its new board of directors on Tuesday, including nine new members. The board will serve a four year term,. Continue reading
Key Advice For Marketing Artists [Jake Udell]
In this important piece of marketing advice, Jake Udell expands on his theory that the most important marketing an artist can do is to their core fans, and the value. Continue reading
Audible Magic Adds ‘Rights Audit,’ The Orchard Signs On
Music technology provider Audible Magic has announced two new services, Rights Audit and Rights Rx, designed to verify rights ownership across more than 200 territories before new music is added. Continue reading
8 Must-Have Pages For Your Music Website
Whether you're an artist, venue, or gear seller, one of the most critical decisions you'll make when building your website is how the content is organized. Clear, concise menu options,. Continue reading
10 Most Viewed YouTube Videos Of All Time
There was a time when the internet made a big deal out of song reaching a billion views, but the days of such easily won astonishment are long gone, with. Continue reading