How Google’s latest spam update could hurt your music website
For musicians, having an easily accessible website is crucial. However, Google has recently tightened its parameters on what may be spam. Here’s how to make sure your website won’t be. Continue reading
Artists, Managers: Win $1000 to share thoughts on artist development
Top industry analyst MIDiA’s research team is looking for the opinions of artists and managers to help build a better music industry. by Kriss Thakrar of MIDiA It has arguably. Continue reading
David Leaf on writing about Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys, and the California Myth
David Leaf joins Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on the Music Biz Weekly Podcast to talk about writing “God Only Knows: The Story Of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys and. Continue reading
YouTube adds ‘Live Q&A’ to live streams
YouTube has joined TikTok in adding Q&A to its live streams, making it easier for artists to interact with fans during online performances, record and tour announcements, and more. “Live. Continue reading
Creating a great musician’s website
Social media can change overnight, but your website is always yours, and today’s free webinar presented by Bandsintown and Bandzoogle is designed to help make the most of it. Bandzoogle,. Continue reading
Spotify just put another nail in the Album’s coffin
Streaming and the promotion of playlists have contributed to the demise of the album, alongside shorter and shorter attention spans. But recently, Spotify added insult to injury by eliminating a. Continue reading
A Musician’s Guide to Facebook & Instagram ads in 2022
What works and what doesn’t in social media marketing changes constantly, and our friends at indie music distributor Ditto Music offer a guide for 2022. from DITTO MUSIC As a. Continue reading
How to become a Tax Filer’s favorite musician client
Maybe you’ve got the creative part of being a professional musician down, but it’s time to learn the basics of the business. Here’s a foolproof way to get your finances. Continue reading
Five steps to becoming a better musician
Being great at anything requires a lot of time and practice. If you follow these five steps, you can increase your odds of becoming a great musician. by Bobby Borg. Continue reading
Warner Music launches an emerging markets record label Out of Order
Warner Music launches a new record label that focuses on artists from the Middle East, Eastern Mediterranean, Africa, and Southeastern Europe. by Stacy Simons Santos from Celebrity Access Warner Music’s. Continue reading
Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Culling the long tail • labels v. TikTok • sped up songs • Amber’s toolbox
Episode 118 of the Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart hosted Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business podcast is live. Episode 118 On this week’s episode of. Continue reading
