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SXSW opens Showcase and Panel applications for 2025

Registration for SXSW 2025 does not open until August 6th, but the gathering’s community Panel Picker and Music Showcase applications are open now.

Bruce Houghton on 06/26/2024 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (1)
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A Guide to Self-Publishing Music

Unlock the secrets to self-publishing music with expert tips and proven strategies in this comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide. 

Alana Bonilla on 06/26/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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AI lowers barriers

RIAA, labels take Suno & UDIO to court, demand responsible AI training

Leading music labels are taking legal action against AI music platforms Suno and UDIO, demanding stricter ethical standards. Chris Castle dissects how this case could reshape the future of responsible. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 06/26/2024 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)
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TikTok album pre-saves

TikTok’s Music Master Plan is coming into focus [Tatiana Cirisano, MIDiA]

TikTok’s ambitious music master plan, which includes buying up music rights, could be a true disrupter. After all, “Why waste money paying rent when you could just buy the house,”. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 06/26/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music grosses break records, but many shows are struggling [Pollstar Mid-Year Report]

Live music trade Pollstar’s annual Mid-Year 2024 Report shows a sector with its highest total grosses ever while showing real signs of a slowdown.

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2024 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Spotify CEO worth $7.2B

Is Spotify’s CEO richer than any musician in history?

There’s a lot more money to be made in streaming music than there is in creating it. Spotify CEO Daniel EK has an estimated net worth of $4.9 billion dollars.

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How to nurture Superfans

We’ve all chased that elusive viral moment, but real longevity comes from nurturing your biggest supporters. Here’s how top artists are building long-lasting, direct fan connections.

Alana Bonilla on 06/25/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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10 Music Organizations Advocating for Social Justice

These leading music organizations are spearheading social justice and creating positive change. Learn how they use music to promote diversity and support marginalized communities.

Alana Bonilla on 06/25/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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glocalization of music

A2IM, IMPALA Launch U.S. indie music Carbon Calculator

A2IM and IMPALA, with support from Merlin, have launched a tool to help independent labels measure and reduce their carbon footprints.

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2024 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Audius signs licensing deals with ASCAP, BMI, GMR and SESAC

The artist-centric streaming platform Audius has signed licensing agreements with all four U.S. Performing Rights Organizations (PROs): ASCAP, BMI, GMR, and SESAC…..

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (3)
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Spotify royalties top $60B

New Spotify subscription tiers unintentionally confirm Music’s Value

After raising the price of Premium US subscriptions twice in the last year, Spotify has added new plans with and without audiobooks.

Bruce Houghton on 06/24/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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