Which new Spotify features are worth using? [Michael Brandvold & Jay Gilbert]
Last week Spotify announced significant new features for artists, including Clips, countdowns, pre-serves, Marquee, Discovery Mode, Showcase, DJ, and more. Experienced music marketers Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert take a. Continue reading
Chartmetric data tags 10 emerging artists as rising stars
The teams at Chartmetric and Third Bridge Creative have combined data and “ear-to-the-ground knowledge” to name Tomorrow’s Ten, a monthly list of to emerging artists. Here is the March installment.. Continue reading
How Apple Music Classical could change how pop artists are paid
For those tired of the current royalty model, Apple Music Classical is about to offer a system that could change the entire streaming royalty structure. by Bobby Owsinski of Music. Continue reading
How Def Leppard used livestreams and rentals to reward their top fans
Learn how legendary rock band Def Leppard rewarded its online Rock Brigade fan army with a livestream, rentals, and a little help from Single via Single From electrifying live performances. Continue reading
As Spotify and YouTube make streaming more like radio, what’s next?
More streaming services like Spotify and YouTube Music are adding AI-powered radio-like features. What do Sptofy DJ and all of this mean for both broadcast radio and streaming? by Tatiana. Continue reading
Beginner’s Guide to the TikTok Creator Fund
In this post, musicians can find the answers to frequently asked question and learn the basics of building a paid platform on TikTok with the Creator Fund. Here’s everything you. Continue reading
Is there a connection between ticket scalping and money laundering? [Chris Castle]
With ticket resale, scalpers, and bots in the headlines, Chris Castle explores potential corrupt connections between ticket scalping and money laundering. Op-ed by CHRIS CASTLE of Music Tech Policy We’ve. Continue reading
How Spotify pays Songwriters [VIDEO]
One of the questions that Spotify For Artists says is asked most often is: How do artists and songwriters get paid? In this short video, they break it down. For. Continue reading
Music & Tech Overload: Make the most of SXSW with these meetups & more
It’s that time of the year again–when the most innovative minds in music tech flood into Austin, TX. From cutting-edge AI music production to the future of music streaming, these. Continue reading
Music fans have much more power than you (and they) think
If music fans were given ranks, Leah D. Nelson would be an expert. Here she discusses the true and ultimate power of today’s music fan. by Leah D. Nelson from. Continue reading