How To Manage The Rolling Stones
In this piece we hear from Joyce Smith, the current manager of The Rolling Stones, and their associate for the past thirty years. Here she discusses the challenges of the. Continue reading
Concert Revenue Hits Record High, But Not Because Of More Tickets Are Sold
For artists at the top tier of the industry, it's a good time to be touring, with concerts in the first half of 2018 bringing in a record amount of. Continue reading
Verizon Adds Free Apple Music For 6 Months
Verizon is offering all Unlimited users a 6 month free Apple Music subscription, even if you've already tired a 90 day free trial. Verizon's deal follows similar value-added offerings from. Continue reading
Elektra Music Group Adds Two To A&R Team
WMG's Elektra Music Group, which is relaunching as a standalone label group on Oct 1st, has announced two A&R appointments. Will McDonald has joined the label as VP President, A&R. Continue reading
What Exactly Is Subconscious Plagiarism? Just Ask George Harrison
While the music industry and plagiarism-based litigation have gone hand in hand for years, somewhat less familiar is the concept of "subconscious plagiarism" something which shy Beatle George Harrison was. Continue reading
Caroline Distribution Names Jacqueline Saturn President
Veteran label exec Jacqueline Saturn has been promoted to the position of President at Caroline, the independent distribution and label services arm of Capitol Music Group. Saturn will lead Caroline’s 50. Continue reading
Get Paid: How To Get Your Songwriting Splits Right [Video]
Chris Robley of CD Baby shares a helpful video from ASCAP on the importance of making sure you get all the co-songwriting from writing as soon as a song is. Continue reading
AIM Independent Music Awards Winners 2018 – Full List
AIM’s Independent Music Awards were last night. The awards celebrate the best of the UK's independent artists and labels. Here is the full list of AIM Independent Music Awards Winners. Continue reading
Viagogo Sues Ed Sheeran Promoter, Refuses To Testify Before Parliament [UPDATE]
UPDATED: Secondary ticketer Viagogo has sued Ed Sheeran’s promotion company, alleging fraud over canceled tickets to the singers recent tour. The startup also has refused to testify before a committee. Continue reading
