10 Myths Social Media you should stop falling for
It’s really easy to get caught up in the collective wisdom of the Internet, but often it’s wrong. This could be because an isolated case was blown out of proportion,. Continue reading
Why are automakers trying to kill AM/FM radio? [Fred Jacobs]
Top broadcast radio consultant Fred Jacobs dissects his experience with the auto industry and what it means for the future of radio. by Fred Jacobs of Jacobs Media I can’t. Continue reading
Patreon alternative Fanfix says active creators earn $70,000 a year
New stats from Fanfix signal the fan engagement app’s arrival as a Patreon and Fanhouse alternative worthy of consideration. First, the stats: Fanfix says that it has attracted more than. Continue reading
How Book A Band: Interview with Brooklyn Bowl talent buyer Lucas Sacks
Brooklyn Bowl Director of Booking Lucas Sacks joins Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on a new Music Biz Weekly podcast to discuss the ins and out of booking a band.. Continue reading
How Michael Hardy, others charted a new course for country songwriters
Danny Katz scanned 20,000Country tracks to discover how Country music songwriters like Michael Hardy are breaking the mold. by Danny Katz from the Chartmetric Blog This three-part study of Country. Continue reading
4 reasons musicians should (still) be on TikTok
While the future of TikTok is far from certain, efforts to shut it down in the US immediately appear stalled. So, for now, at least, TikTok provides a unique opportunity. Continue reading
Songwriters demand $700M – $800M in royalties owed [Sign the petition]
The Songwriters of North America, the Music Artists Coalition, and the Black Music Action Coalition have joined in pushing for a decision on the $700-$800 million in mechanical royalties due songwriters. Continue reading
Money Management For Musicians: Everything You Need To Know [Bobby Borg]
Many independent musicians struggle to pay bills on time and build credit, and many others who blow up lose their fortunes within ten years. This is why all musicians need. Continue reading
How to build a brand as a musician
To attract an audience to your music, you need to tell a story, and a deliberate approach to building your artist brand is key to doing it right. by Tony. Continue reading
TV is the answer to the music fandom crisis says MIDiA’s Mark Mulligan
As anyone trying to build a fanbase or market music knows, “music fandom is fragmenting. Super fans are still present, but there are fewer of them,” and “most have become. Continue reading