
Want an advance? Seven red flags musicians need to watch out for
More and more artists are turning to royalty and asset-backed advances to fund their next project, and a growing number of startups are ready to write a check. But all. Continue reading

YouTube bans impersonation channels. Which fan content will be deleted?
Youtube is cracking down on channels created by fans that look and feel too much like an artist’s official channels. Will your fans get caught in the net? by Bobby. Continue reading

Record Label demands Google delist a Wikipedia page comparing YouTube ripping sites
Takedowns are an important tool to fight privacy, but they can also be used in ways other ways. Glyn Moody of Tech Dirt looks at a takedown demand for a. Continue reading

WMG leads UMG and Sony in music tech startup investments
All three major labels and some independents have made significant investments in music tech, but Warmer Music Group is clearly the most aggressive, at least in terms of the number. Continue reading

SoundCloud adds Meta’s Devi Mahadevia, promotes Tracy Chan, Ama Walton
SoundCloud has hired Devi Mahadevia as its new SVP of Strategy and promoted two senior executives in moves that confirm the company’s increasing focus on creators. Tracy Chan has been. Continue reading

What the new rise of vinyl sales means for artists in 2023
Vinyl sales are rising yet again, which means some change is coming for many independent artists and labels… by Andre Calilhanna from the Disc Makers Blog According to the RIAA,. Continue reading

A complete Creator’s Guide to Instagram for 2023
Instagram is always changing, so it’s crucial for creators to keep up. From using QR codes to Live Rooms, here’s what’s happening in 2023… by SHAE WOODWARD from The Orchard’s. Continue reading

How ChatGPT is changing the music industry with Virginie Berger
Here’s a fascinating conversation with music industry expert Virginie Berger about what Chat CPT is bringing to the table and what it isn’t. by Jamie Ford from Byta Virginie Berger. Continue reading

Austin Parks Board unanimously calls for pay hike for SXSW performers
The Austin Parks and Recreation Board has unanimously called in the City Council to force a pay raise to performers at South by Southwest (SXSW). The festival has paid $250 to. Continue reading

Audioshake AI powers stems for interactive soundscapes and more
AudioShake AI can create high-quality stems for sync, remixing, Dolby Atmos mixes, fan engagement, and interactive audio projects for any indie artist, label, or publisher. Indie Spotlight via A2IM From. Continue reading