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The Art of Longevity: It’s always been the song

Songs may be getting shorter, and some writers and producers might well look to a formula when it comes to navigating the streaming algorithms, but really – the song remains. Continue reading

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Pinterest adds music from WMG, Merlin, BMG

Pinterest is expanding the music catalog available to users of its TikTok-like short video feature “Idea Pins” via new licensing deals with Warner Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Merlin, and. Continue reading

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5 tips for musicians to plan content ahead of time

Social media is crucial for music promotion, but who really has the time to post on every platform 3 times a day? Here’s how to save time so you can. Continue reading

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What is A&R and how does it work?

A&R may be shorthand for Artist & Repertoire, but what does that mean, and how does it impact the average musician? From the Ditto Music Unsigned Advice blog If you. Continue reading

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A Musician’s Guide to getting your music on Spotify

If you’re new to releasing music you should know it’s not a one-click process. Here’s everything you need to know to get started. by Randi Zimmerman from the Symphonic Blog. Continue reading

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Dan Nigro on persistence, producing pop stars, and pushing yourself

The former As Tall As Lions frontman shares his tactics for writing and producing great songs with an It-List of pop artists. by Ron Hart of Spotify For Artists Whether you’re. Continue reading

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Court finds Slacker, LiveOne owe Soundexchange $9.7M in unpaid royalties

Last week, a California court ruled that Slacker and parent company LiveOne owed $9.7 million in unpaid royalties. The lawsuit was filed by SoundExchange, the performing rights organization charged with. Continue reading

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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Pop struggles • Is the music industry really growing? • TikTok Music • more

Episode #114 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business podcast is now live. Learn what they are discussing and listen to. Continue reading

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Spotify is planning a $20 Premium tier, but will anyone care?

Multiple sources are reporting that Spotify will soon launch a new $19.99 per month Premium tier that will include HiFi audio and other exclusive features. First spotted as an option. Continue reading

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TikTok Music could change the industry as we know it [Mark Mulligan]

All of this is why a TikTok Music service could be so exciting as it could provide both the creative and cultural context, not just the stripped-down audio file. by. Continue reading

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