Wednesday’s Music Brief: Joss vs. EMI, Edgar To UK, Xbox Hub, Jamie Thomas & More
Joss Stone is pissed at EMI and Edgar Bronfman Jr. is using some of his $3M bonus to move to London. Who says the summer is slow for music news?. Continue reading
Travis Barker & DJ-AM Offer Mixtape In Exchange For A Tweet
Drummer Travis Barker and turntablist DJ-AM will trade you their latest mixtape “Fix Your Face Vol. 2 – Coachella ‘09” in exchange for a tweet. The duo, collectively known as. Continue reading
Longer, Higher Quality Music Samples Lead To More Sales, Study Finds
A report to be published in the International Journal of Internet Marketing and Advertising says that longer, higher quality free music samples engage more listeners and reduce the number of. Continue reading
Atlantic Announces A New Elektra Records Will Be Fueled By Ramen
Atlantic records is taking the iconic Elektra Records brand off the self to name a new freestanding label to be headed by co-Presidents Mike Caren and John Janick. Caren is. Continue reading
Did eMusic Miscalculate Reaction To Sony Deal?
Yesterday eMusic announced that it was adding catalog from Sony Music to its previously indie-only subscription service. Hypebot heard from indie movers and shakers throughout the day about concerns that. Continue reading
Music & The Creative Class: How Music Can Transform America’s Cities
Part 2 (Read Part 1 Here) When Richard Florida wrote The Rise of the Creative Class in 2005 music was barely a blip on the social economist's radar. Now Florida. Continue reading
iLike Grabs Exclusive Sonic Youth Advance
Indie rock pioneers Sonic Youth will debut their not yet released album, The Eternal, exclusively on iLike starting today. The week long online listening party is part of the pre-release. Continue reading
Video: Interview With Spotify CEO Daniel Ek
The Music Void – Daniel Ek on MUZU. Part 1 of a 2 part interview with Daniel EK, CEO of Spotify by Steve Knopper of Rolling Stone Magazine at the. Continue reading
Tuesday Music Brief: New Elektra, eMusic Reaction & Pricing, Seatwave $’s, U2 & More
More eMusic and Sony fallout info today. I'm hearing some interesting rumors and I'd love to hear your reaction and feedback in the comments section. Plus the majors bag some. Continue reading
Reader Poll: What Email Program Do You Use To Connect With Fans?
UPDATE: Please participate in an updated poll here. What program do you use to collect email addressees and stay connected with your fans? They come in all shapes and sizes. Continue reading
