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Getting It Done: Last Week in D.I.Y. & Indie Music

Last week, our tips and advice for independent and do-it-yourself musicians covered how to monetize your music, the benefits of collabs, Spotify playlist promotion, and more.

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REWIND: New music industry’s last week in review

Last week was a busy week by any definition and the music industry was no exception with new predictions for streaming, Spotify increases prices, a boost for DJs on Twist,. Continue reading

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DJs can stream legally on Twitch under new ‘pay-to-play’ label deals

Twitch’s long-standing music licensing dispute over DJs spinning on the platform has been resolved thanks to new deals between the live streamer and UMG, Sony, WMG, and Merlin…..

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What is Tracklib? A look inside the pioneering music sample service

FACT: 20% of songs on Billboard 100 contain samples. But where do they come from and how can they be used legally? Andreas Ahlenius from Tracklib joins Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on the Music Biz Weekly podcast to discuss…..

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5 tips for introverts looking to nail music networking events

Networking is crucial in the music industry, but it doesn’t come easy to everyone. Here are a few tips to help any introvert plan to impress people. by Chris Robley. Continue reading

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Bands who split royalties are more successful, ‘Loyalties vs Royalties’ study found

This week’s Hypebot Flashback Friday post revisits a Stanford Law School study that found that bands that split royalty income evenly were more successful in the long run…..

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OpenPlay: Revolutionizing Music Management for Small Independent Labels

This A2IM Indie Spotlight shines on OpenPlay and their efforts to revolutionize music asset management with new pricing tiers and collaborations designed to make hgh quality catalog services accessible to. Continue reading

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June is Black Music Month: Here are 9 must-listen indie artists

It is officially Black Music Month! We’re celebrating by showing off some incredible independent Black artists you don’t want to miss. Turn up the volume, sit back, and enjoy some. Continue reading

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Eventbrite study confirms fans are buying tickets much later than ever

Ticketing platform Eventbrite shared a new study on US music ticket buyers at this week’s National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) conference in New Orleans…..

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5 Music Collaborations worth exploring

Unlock the secrets to musical success with these five game-changing collaborations. They show how teaming up with the right partners can skyrocket your career and create unforgettable music. by Chris. Continue reading

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