Ticket scalpers fund major groups claiming to serve fans
The Ticket Buyer Bill of Rights Coalition is a collective of “consumer advocacy groups” that claims to “fight for your rights as a fan.” But in truth, it’s made up. Continue reading
Bandcamp adds free Listening Parties
Bandcamp has added free Listening Parties as a new way to market releases and celebrate milestones. A simple scheduling tool sets up the party, then at showtime, the album plays. Continue reading
Everything you need to know about the YouTube algorithm
Just about every social media platform has some sort of user centric content algorithm that has the potential to bring your music to the screens of new fans. by Philip. Continue reading
How a 2014 song “Need 2” turned into the 2023 hit for Pinegrove Shuffle
A viral TikTok dance to the 2014 song “Need 2” is catapulting indie rock band Pinegrove to fame mere months after they split up. by Quinn Moreland from Chartmetric There’s. Continue reading
A beginner’s guide to working in the music industry
Where to begin and a few important things to expect when starting out in the music industry that will help you launch and sustain a successful career. by Chris Huff. Continue reading
Grammy-winner Kimbra on what makes a great lyric [Video]
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Kimbra is more than qualified to educate musicians on how to grow as a composer and write powerful lyrics. by Kimbra on Soundfly (Video Below). Continue reading
A2IM offers access to Health Insurance for Musicians
Health insurance for musicians will be the subject of two free webinars today hosted by The American Association of Independent Music (A2IM). The indie trade group recently added a much-needed. Continue reading
Spotify expands DJ, Apple starts Discovery Station, Amazon adds to AMP
Each of the latest rounds of launches from the three top music streamers offers a different path to listening and discovery. Spotify DJ Spotify has expanded its English-speaking AI DJ. Continue reading
ROSTR launches free Music Industry Jobs Board
Online music industry database Rostr has launched a free Music Industry Jobs Board. It’s free for employers to post an option position. While many of ROSTR’s core userbase are companies in. Continue reading
How much money do musicians make on TikTok? (and how do they make it?)
Here’s a complete guide on maximizing your TikTok music and what you can’t expect to get paid for your success. by Philip Kinsher of Disc Makers Blog TikTok has taken. Continue reading
