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NIVA at SXSW

NIVA at SXSW: Live Independent Panel, Showcases & Day Party

The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) will host an important Small Stages, Big Impact: Saving Indie Stages for Artists panel and two official parties at this year’s SXSW to amplify the essential role of the live. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 02/28/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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New Music Fintech from Jukebox, Demuzo, Traklib & Amuse

Improving independent artists and labels earn, track and collect royalties as well as access working capital when they need it is the focus of more music tech startups. Here is. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 02/28/2025 in Music Tech | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How to Get ISRC Codes to Track Music Revenue

UMG and others are embracing ISNI ID codes, but that doesn’t mean you can ignore the more traditional ISRC codes to track music and ensure you receive the royalties you deserve.

Alana Bonilla on 02/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Clio Music Award winners showcase 5 Music Marketing Trends

The recently announced 2025 Clio Grand Music Award winners showcase 5 music marketing trends worth noting, including cultural storytelling and artist-driven campaigns.

Alana Bonilla on 02/28/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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TikTok refreshes desktop app

TikTok refreshes Desktop App in challenge to YouTube

TikTok refreshes Desktop App, in the latest salvo in its ongoing battle with YouTube.

Bruce Houghton on 02/28/2025 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Instagram shares How Reels Algorithm Works as new App Rumors rise

Instagram shared more about how Reels algorithm works in a blog post and video including some good news for emerging creators. The reveal comes alongside word that Meta is considering a separate short video app.

Bruce Houghton on 02/27/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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ASCAP

ASCAP 2024 distributions up 6.5% on record $1.8B revenue

ASCAP, the only remaining non-profit U.S. PRO, delivered a record $1.835 billion in revenue in 2024, a 5.7% increase over 2023 with ASCAP 2024 distributions up 6.5% to $1.696 billion.

Bruce Houghton on 02/27/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Industry News: Eventim beats Live Nation • new IEBA exec • SoundCloud adds Ticketmaster

In the latest live music industry news, Concert giant Eventim handily beat Live Nation in Europe in 2024 with 22,440,838 tickets sold at a gross value $1,498,523,633. Eventim’s acquisition of See Tickets in 2024, including its U-Live entertainment arm, helped drive the growth.

Bruce Houghton on 02/27/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Kobalt’s KOSIGN: Music Publishing for Independent Songwriters

Kobalt’s KOSIGN, a new platform giving artists and songwriters full control over their royalties and publishing. With global royalty collection and flexible agreements, it could be a game-changer for some music creators.

Alana Bonilla on 02/27/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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1 week left for NIVA independent State Of Live survey

There’s just 1 week left for indie venues, festivals and promoters to take the NIVA State of Live survey, the first ever independent economic study of the U.S. independent live sector.

Bruce Houghton on 02/27/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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