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Facebook debuts ‘share to Stories’ for music videos

Facebook is launching a new feature intended to amplify the visibility of new released music videos with it’s new “Share to Stories” option. Here, we look at what it does. Continue reading

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SXSW PanelPicker 2022 voting is live now!

Voting is now open to help pick the panels and presentations for SXSW 2022. PanelPicker voting will close on Thursday, August 26 (11:59 PM PT). We’ve posted two proposals with. Continue reading

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Is it time for a music crowdfunding comeback?

When was the last time that you read an article about music crowdfunding? I’ll bet it’s been a while. From 2012 to 2018 as Spotify and streaming services evicerated income. Continue reading

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Bridging the social music gap

Despite the prevalence of short-form digital content across all types of social media, music has yet to be utilized in the same way – something which Songclip aims to change.. Continue reading

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Why the strategy used by YouTube’s biggest channels probably won’t work for you

As a band or artist trying to promote your YouTube presence, it can be tempting to try and ape the strategy of some of the platform’s heaviest hitters, but what. Continue reading

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Live Nation leaves vaccine mandates to artists as Limp Bizkit, Counting Crows join COVID concert cancellation cavalcade

UPDATED: Live Nation is giving artists the option of requiring fans to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test to enter shows. “We know people are eager to. Continue reading

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Why Loud Bass Is So Problematic in a Mix

We all love the thump of an 808 bass, but like anything else, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. Here, we explain why too much. Continue reading

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Your Morning Coffee Podcast Anniversary Edition: Venue COVID mandates • Spotify 99¢ tier • YouTube strategies • more

Congratulations to co-hosts Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart on this special 1st Anniversary episode of the “Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business” podcast! Episode #52 1st. Continue reading

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How to use Facebook, Instagram ad tools to do free audience research [HYPEBOT HACK]

This hack uses Facebook and Instagram ad tools to research an audience or potential audience size and makeup without ever spending a dime. Boosting an event or post on Facebook. Continue reading

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Spotify launches 6 Ripple Effect regional playlists

In an effort to promote racial justice and amplify underrepresented voices, Spotify recently debuted its new Frequency program, which included the launch of its Ripple Effect’s U.S. regional playlists program. Continue reading

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