
The science and the art of vinyl records
In celebration of vinyl resurgence in popularity over the past decade, we’re taking a minute to review its history, and look a few basic pointers when it comes to vinyl. Continue reading

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Make money on Twitch • Tip jars • Song makeovers • more
Episode 38 of the “Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business” podcast with Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart Episode is live. Episode 38 Highlights On this episode, Jay. Continue reading

2021 Burning Man goes virtual
Once again, the massive counterculture festival which draws thousands out to the Nevada on an annual basis, has been moved to a virtual format, citing the ongoing pandemic. Guest post. Continue reading

Triton bets $1M+ on VNUE as live music preps for ‘Roaring Twenties’ return
VNUE, a technology company focused on the live music sector, has landed a $1 to $2 million commitment from Triton Funds. Investor interest in live music and related technology is. Continue reading

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and how fame should be celebrated in today’s music business [Keith Jopling]
MiDiA’s Keith Jopling stares across the pond for a thoughtful look at one of American music’s most venerable and maligned institutions. By Keith Jopling of MiDiA Doom scrolling on socials. Continue reading

Twitter expands ‘Spaces’ audio to anyone with 600+ followers
Twitter has announced updates to its Clubhouse like audio platform Spaces, including upcoming features and lowering the threshold to just 600 followers. Those who have a reasonable following on Twitter. Continue reading

1000+ artists tell the government “the horror has no end” regarding Germany’s new copyright law
In response to the latest encroachment on artists’ rights, German artists are speaking out against the German government in response to the country’s wildly unpopular (at least among musicians) new. Continue reading

AFM, SAG-AFTRA distributes $70M to rightsholders
The AFM & SAG-AFTRA Intellectual Property Rights Distribution Fund – an income source that most musicians barely know exists – has announced a record $70 million distribution. The AFM &. Continue reading

How to promote your patronage platform, boost your monthly music revenue
Patronage remains one of the best ways for artists to generate consistent and significant revenue from their fans. Here we look at how to most effectively promote your patronage platform. Continue reading

Sushant KC Demonstrates Pursuing Music Is A Viable Path In Nepal
Here, we learn how Sushant KC, a self-taught musician from Kathmandu, was able to prove that pursuing music is a viable career path in Nepal in an area where doing. Continue reading