
Spotify profits from Uyghur forced labor, alleges The Guardian
Spotify is caught in a scandal as The Guardian uncovers the steamer’s alleged financial ties to less-than-ethical practices. by CHRIS CASTLE from Music Tech Policy MTP readers will recall that. Continue reading

More than 50% of Grammy 2024 Nominations went to independents
More than half of all 2024 Grammy nominations went to independent artists and labels according to A2IM (American Association of Independent Music). “A2IM offers its heartfelt congratulations to the independent. Continue reading

Music Health Alliance offers healthcare help for musicians
Music Industry 360 is our music industry podcast that aims to educate new and existing musicians about tools in the industry, while sharing knowledge to help artists take their careers. Continue reading

QUICK HITS: Machin + Virgin • Brooklyn Basement expands • GoldState + Flexpoint Ford •
Machin & Equinoccio Records have signed a worldwide agreement with Virgin Music Group. The independent labels, founded by legendary Mexican singer, songwriter, and producer Pepe Aguilar, both focus on the Regional Mexican genre. • Brooklyn. Continue reading

How Argentina’s Female Artists on Latin Music are making global waves
Through TikTok trends and global collaborations, Argentine female artists are reshaping the Latin music and popular music landscapes and proving they’re a force to be reckoned with. by Felipe Garrido. Continue reading

How to Promote Music using Smart Links
Smart links are an important music marketing tool, but they can be confusing So whether you are new to smart links or just want to find out more about how. Continue reading

It’s still not too late for Artists to get ready for Spotify Wrapped 2023
Wrapped is a shared cultural moment that offers a unique opportunity for artists to reconnect and celebrate with fans. Spotify has created a checklist that outlines how to make the. Continue reading

Spotify to charge $10 per song for fake streams
As part of a slate of changes early next year that will reshape how Spotify pays royalties, the streamer will charge labels and distributors for every song with a substantial. Continue reading

The truth about the popular Playlist Promotion platform [Brian Hazard]
Indie musician Brian Hazard, who I hereby name the Tim Ferris of music marketing experimentation, digs into the popular Playlist-Promotion.com platform and shares the results. by Brian Hazard of Passive. Continue reading

WMG biopic uses AI to resurrect singer Edith 60 years after her death
AI is getting increasingly realistic by the day, and Warner Music Group plans to use it to bring iconic French singer Edith Piaf back to life for a new biopic. Continue reading

Guide To Planning Your Next Release: Jay Gilbert shares a free update
Releasing music is easy; some would say it’s too easy. But doing it right takes planning. Fortunately, industry veteran and master music marketer Jay Gilbert has created – and just. Continue reading