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Spotify adds Music Videos in US and Canada, soon for all Artists

Spotify adds Music Videos in US and Canada, soon for all Artists

Spotify is adding music videos for Premium users in the U.S, and Canada. While only a limited catalog of videos is available at launch, Spotify plans a much broader selection in the future.

Bruce Houghton on 12/09/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How the ‘Middle-Class’ Nightclub Once Kept the DJ Club Scene Together

We can now veritably declare that the “middle-ground nightclub is dead.” You now have two choices: enter the “Hyperclub” to perform for the algorithm, or pay a premium to hide in the dark.

Jeremy Young on 12/09/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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music business news and live music industry updates

Music Business News and Live Music Industry Updates

We search the web so you don’t have to. Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

Bruce Houghton on 12/09/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live music performance at a vibrant nightclub with an enthusiastic audience enjoying the artist's guitar and singing, creating a lively and energetic atmosphere.

Small Venues in Small Cities: A Playbook for Building Community

In this post, we offer strategies for live music venues, promoters, and festivals in smaller markets around how to strengthen and develop the local community rather than focus on growth.

Jeremy Young on 12/08/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Congress’ Radio Loophole, Spotify Wrapped, & Suno/Udio

Episode 279 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s podcast Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now.

Jeremy Young on 12/08/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Copyright Royalty Board logo 2026 U.S. Mechanical Royalty Rates

2026 U.S. Mechanical Royalty Rates Increase: CRB Sets New Rates

The Copyright Royalty Judges have officially announced the new 2026 U.S. mechanical royalty rates for physical formats and permanent downloads, delivering a modest cost-of-living increase that will affect labels, publishers, and songwriters beginning January 1, 2026.

Bruce Houghton on 12/08/2025 in Copyright Law | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Getting Paid and Heard? That’s the Artist-Centric Goal of Vocana

Explore the Artist-centric DSP Vocana, a new platform designed for independent artists and built on transparency and community.

Jeremy Young on 12/08/2025 in Startups & Funding | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Top Music Business News Last Week: Most Read Posts

Top Music Business News Last Week

Top music business news last week included the release of Spotify Wrapped and how musicians can make the most of it, controversial AI firm Suno acquired Songkick, more on per-stream rates, news from Olivia Dean, Lewis Capaldi, Sonica, Tencent Music and more.

Bruce Houghton on 12/06/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Spotify Wrapped 2025

How To Leverage Year End Streaming Recaps After They’ve Launched

Spotify Wrapped, Apple Music Replay and YouTube Recap 2025 Are Out. Learn how to leverage year end streaming recaps to enhance your music marketing – even if you didn’t update your profiles in advance.

Bruce Houghton on 12/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live music performance at a bustling nightclub, featuring a singer with a microphone and a DJ playing electronic music, with a vibrant crowd enjoying the entertainment.

How to Throw an Unforgettable Listening Party

Here’s why listening parties have become so popular in recent years and how to throw a listening party your fans will never forget.

Jeremy Young on 12/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Facebook Instagram Account Recovery

Meta makes Facebook, Instagram account recovery easier for Musicians & Venues

New centralized Meta Facebook and Instagram support tools, smarter security, and streamlined recovery flows promise less downtime when social media accounts are hacked or locked.

Bruce Houghton on 12/05/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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