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David Lowery Files $150M Class Action Suit Against Spotify Over Unpaid Royalties

Spotify, which has been under fire for unreported songs and unpaid royalties, announced last week that it would overhaul its rights database and reporting system. But that was not enough. Continue reading

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It’s Time To Adopt Interactive Live Broadcasting Before It’s Too Late

As live broadcasting apps like Meerkat and Periscope continue to grow in popularity, it becomes imperative for artists to adopt these new platforms as a way of furthering fan interest.

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SoundExchange Explained: Why Every Musician Should Sign-Up

Although SoundExchange is one of today's most important sources of revenue for artists, many musicians are not signed up with the performing rights organization. This article examines how the service works,. Continue reading

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Justin Bieber Guerrilla Marketing Campaign Draws Fire From San Francisco City Attorney

San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera is demanding the full cooperation of  Justin Bieber's record label and distribution company to identify and punish those responsible for a guerrilla marketing campaign. Continue reading

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Trademark Filings Point To 4 More Apple Music Beats Stations

Rumors that Apple Music will be expanding its Beats live online stations are gaining credence with the discovery of November trademark filings by an Apple attorney.

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TUE. NEWS BRIEF: Apple Plans More Beats Stations • R.I.P. Lemmy • Small Webcasters Squeezed • More

Tuesday 12.29.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Dear SoundExchange, Please save our small webcasters. Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE 

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Streaming, The Beatles, And The Record Label Business Model’s Demise

In hopes of reaching a younger audience, The Beatles are finally make their streaming debut. This signals the industry's gradual movement away from its reliance on back-cataloged sales, but is bad news. Continue reading

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10 ways you finish of your year Right [Kosha Dillz]

[UPDATED] Whether your an indie musician or spend your days on the business side, ending the year strong is also the best way to set yourself up for the new year. Continue reading

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10 Important Things To Know About The Recent Copyright Royalty Board Decision

The three federal judges which preside over the Copyright Royalty Board recently announced new rates which will be applied to internet radio and digital webcasting. Here we look at some. Continue reading

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4 Major Music Industry Stories You Missed While On Christmas Break

While you were sleeping late and over indulging last week, The Beatles offered a Christmas surprise, Spotify committed to change its ways, and the music industry – in particular, its. Continue reading

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