Live Nation, AEG, NACPA file appeal to reverse BMI concert rate victory
Live Nation, AEG, and the North American Concert Promoters Association (NACPA) have filed an appeal to reverse BMI’s March court victory, which set new rates that promoters must pay songwriters. Continue reading
Two major agencies APA & Artist Group Int’l merge to form the Independent Artist Group
The post-pandemic consolidation in the talent agencies continues with the merger of the Agency for the Performing Arts (APA) and the music touring agency Artist Group International (AGI). The combined. Continue reading
New Spotify desktop app will help deepen the artist-fan connection
Spotify has released a redesign of its desktop app that includes a revamped Library and Now Playing view and easier pathways to learn more about the song and artist you. Continue reading
AI & Sync: The magic behind last year’s most impactful Sync Placements in TV & Film
Is there a secret sauce that guarantees sync success? MyPart and LyricFind used cutting-edge AI to analyze the lyrical, musical, and sonic features of some of last year’s most notable. Continue reading
All-In ticket pricing will NOT protect fans from excessive ticket fees
Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and SeatGeek have pledged to embrace “all-in” ticket pricing in response to a White House crackdown on “junk” fees. But what does “all-in” really mean for live. Continue reading
10 music merch ideas to increase sales at online and at gigs
Sometimes fans want to represent their favorite artists with more than a CD and a t-shirt. Here are a few creative ideas that your fans are bound to enjoy. by. Continue reading
What is a 360 record deal?
Learn the basics of music contracts and whether a 360 deal would be the right fit for you… by Scott McCormick of Disc Makers Blog Let’s say you’re living the. Continue reading
Now it’s easier to make money with YouTube
YouTube has recently minimized its requirements for creators to make profits. Learn how to monetize your YouTube content with this quick and simple guide. by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0. Continue reading
Spotify to delete historical artist data in 10 days: How to download yours now!
Spotify has announced that it will delete all artist data over two years old plus the year-to-date across the entire Spotify for Artists analytics platform on June 30th. Historical artist. Continue reading
Spotify to (finally) add higher priced ‘Supremium’ audio tier
Spotify is finally planning to launch a HiFi premium audio tier, but unlike most of its competitors, users will have to pay more to get it. The new “Supremium” plan. Continue reading
