Bandcamp offers musicians community and tools to grow, Its low commission, direct-to-fan model funds albums, tours, and careers. Take a deep dive with Bandcamp’s J. Edward Keyes and music marketers Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert.
Spotify has expanded its Heart & Soul, Mental Health for Creators initiative. First launched in 2018, the Spotify mental health programs now include financial support for non-profits and musicians seeking care as well as expanded access.
The Grammys announce new Award categories, dates and deadlines for the 68th GRAMMY Awards. 2026 winners will be announced live at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 1.
It’s not just what you know, but who you know that matters in music. Stay connected to the new music industry, marketing trends and the live music business, by joining the growing Hypebot community.
Want to stay ahead in the fast-moving music industry without spending hours scrolling? This roundup of the best free music industry newsletters – which we’re proud to say includes Hypebot – will keep you informed, inspired, and one step ahead.
Help content like tutorials helps creators get discovered online. But often, help content doesn’t work for musicians. Learn why that’s a problem and if there are ways for artists to use help content without losing their identity.
AM and all US radio plays music without paying the performing artists. Congress can fix it with a new law already under consideration and many are demanding action. AM Radio must pay it’s fair share, writes Chris Castle.
Live Music Society has announced a new round of grants to 26 small performance venues. Recipients of these Music in Action Live Music Society grants will cumulatively receive $765,500 to support innovative li programming.
With the internet and digital technologies driving rapid change within the music industry, articles about new releases and who has been hired and fired are no longer enough. Our up to the minute industry news alongside insightful commentary helps our readers sift through the rumors and developments to find the information they need to keep their businesses moving forward.
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