1.5M in people in the US earn a living as digital creators and social media influencers. That stat is both encouraging and frightening if you’re trying to grab attention online to market music or live shows.
With ticket prices soaring and the economy in doubt, this survey of music festival fan complaints reveals areas where fests can improve the attendee experience and ensure the ticket price aligns with the quality of the event.
Want more Spotify playlist placements without wasting time or money? These 10 insider SubmitHub tips reveal exactly how to pitch smarter and get real results from curators who actually care.
In this op-ed, Christ Castle argues that Spotify made billions while underpaying songwriters and musician. With new royalty talks coming, says the artist advocate, an increase in Spotify songwriter royalties is overdue.
Discover which music streaming service has the best audio quality. From hi-res FLAC files to spatial audio, compare top platforms to find your perfect listening experience.
As economic uncertainty looms and tariffs shake up global supply chains, the music industry’s push to monetize superfans faces serious headwinds. With merch, vinyl, and fan experiences under pressure, are US labels betting too big on a fragile superfan economy?
Streaming might be king, but physical music can build deeper fan connections, boost revenue, and elevate a brand. From fan demand to tour strategy and budgeting, here’s how to tell when it’s the right time to press vinyl, CDs, or cassettes and release physical music.
Ever wonder how platforms like YouTube and TikTok recognize music in videos? Learn how music fingerprinting technology works, what types of content are eligible, and how to make sure your uploads are set up for success.
With the internet and digital technologies driving rapid change within the music industry, articles about new releases and who has been hired and fired are no longer enough. Our up to the minute industry news alongside insightful commentary helps our readers sift through the rumors and developments to find the information they need to keep their businesses moving forward.
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