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Spotify hit with ‘Cease & Desist’ from US Music Publishers Association: Read the full letter

Spotify received a cease-and-desist letter Wednesday from the National Music Publishers Association regarding its use of lyrics in newly launched video functions and a remix feature that enables users to speed up and edit songs to create derivative works…..

Bruce Houghton on 05/15/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Live Music Society adds $710,000 in grants to 24 small US music venues

The nonprofit Live Music Society has awarded $710,000 in much-needed Music Action Grants to 24 small independent U.S. music venues…..

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New Penalties for Artificial Streaming: What Musicians Need to Know

Recent changes at Spotify, Apple Music and other digital service providers introduce new penalties for artificial streaming. Find out how to navigate these changes and protect your music…..

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What does “Remastered” mean in music?

Want to find a way to revive older tunes? Remastering is a great way to breathe life into tracks that need it. Here’s everything you need to know… by Scott. Continue reading

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Drake & Kendrick Lamar lift Copyright for Diss Tracks & It’s working in their favor

Drake and Kendrick Lamar drop copyright restrictions on their re, fueling their rivalry with fan-made reaction videos. Is it all just a big marketing scheme? If so, it’s brilliant. ….

Alana Bonilla on 05/15/2024 in Copyright Law | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How musicians can make money by focusing on fandom [Ariel Hyatt, Cyber PR]

Fans are the fuel that gets and keeps every career running, so it only makes sense that getting more of them will mean more money. Here’s how to get started…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/14/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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At Music Biz? Explore the future of Independent Live Music

A panel of in-the-trenches experts will discuss the state and future of independent live music in the U.S. this Thursday at the Music Biz Conference in Nashville. While the top. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 05/14/2024 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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The inevitable revival of analog [Hanna Kahlert, MIDiA]

When AI can create credible content in seconds, the future for musicians and creators can seem bleak. But two other “A’s” – analog and authentic – could provide a path forward…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/14/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How TikTok Partner Projects can help promote your music [Brian Hazard]

Music promo expert and independent artist Brian Hazard tested TikTok’s promotion features, so you don’t have to… by Brian Hazard of Passive Promotion I don’t do TikTok. I barely even. Continue reading

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What indie artists need to know about the Universal Music TikTok deal

TikTok and Universal Music Group have finally struck a game-changing deal. Dive into the details of this updated partnership and its implications for both artists and users…..

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Kendrick vs. Drake is a rare ‘mainstream’ moment… and streaming is on the sidelines

Dive into the ripples that rap battles can create in mainstream media. Does it help the artist’s music career? Is it just for clout…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/13/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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