SoundCloud Makes Two Executive Appointments
SoundCloud has hired Yahoo VP of Engineering, Artem Fishman as Chief Technology Officer and SVP Engineering. He will report to SoundCloud co-founder and former CTO Eric Wahlforss, who becomes the. Continue reading
The Real Story Behind Apple iTunes’ 69¢ Song Option
In this piece we dive into the history of Apple's song pricing structure, who was responsible for dictating prices, and the rationale behind the 69¢ song, both over the past few. Continue reading
Mid-Video Ads Coming To Facebook
For a long time, content creators have bemoaned their inability to monetize video content on Facebook in the same way that they are able to on platforms like YouTube. Those. Continue reading
Pinterest Is Becoming A Go To Social Network For Music Fans
Pinterest, the go to social network for 150 million fashionistas, foodies who like to snap photos and home decorators is fast becoming a destination for music fans. Why? How? The. Continue reading
Spotify’s Top Artists plus Most Streamed and Viral Songs US, UK and Global Week of 1/9/17
Spotify's Weekly Charts for the week of 1.9.17 highlight top artists on the streaming platform by listener along with the past week's most streamed and viral songs in the US,. Continue reading
Artist vs. Songs: Building An Identity In The Streaming Era (Part II)
Here Nick Susi further explores the impact which streaming culture will have on creators, managers, and others involved in the music business, particularly as the lowered barrier of entry has. Continue reading
Lil Yachty Named Creative Designer For Nautica
Grammy nominated recording artist Lil Yachty has signed a brand sponsorship deal that will see him cast as the Creative Designer for fashion brand Nautica. In his new role, Lil. Continue reading
Rudy Sarzo On Being A Hired Gun [INTERVIEW]
A professional recording and performing artist Rudy Sarzo has had a lengthy career of performing across the world with Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Dio and others. Here he reflects on. Continue reading