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4 of the ‘best’ music conspiracies of all time

Conspiracy theories have permeated pop culture forever, and the music business is no exception. Here, we explore and debunk a few of the most popular conspiracy theories surrounding a few. Continue reading

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Last Major Country To Embrace Streaming Finally Caves

Although streaming has become a dominant form of music consumption in many parts of the world, a few countries have been sluggish in their adaption to this new way of. Continue reading

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Coachella, Stagecoach Canceled Until 2022

Coachella is moving from October 2021 to April 2022, according to multiple reports. Its companion country music Stagecoach festival is expected to move as well. Promoters Goldenvoice and AEG Presents. Continue reading

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Paradigm’s massive music division has a new owner

Paradigm, the music booking agency with one of the largest rosters in North America has a new owner. LA based sports management and marketing firm Wasserman has agreed to buy. Continue reading

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Bandsintown PLUS adds Apple TV app to music live stream subscription offering

Bandsintown PLUS today launched an app for Apple TV. Available now in the Apple TV App Store, the Bandsintown PLUS iPhone and iPad Apple TV app offers easy access for. Continue reading

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‘Spotify for Artists’ – Behind the playlists: African Heat

Here Spotify editor extraordinaire Melanie Carmen breaks down the importance and diversity of African dance music, and what her process is for curating the extremely popular ‘African Heat’ playlist. Guest. Continue reading

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Marketing tactics musicians can borrow from ecommerce brands

For artists looking to promote and sell their digital content, one of the best sources from which to draw inspiration is ecommerce brands. In this piece, we break down how. Continue reading

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Tips & Tricks to distribute, promote music on Spotify

In addition to being one of the most popular streaming services, Spotify also has a number of important and versatile options for independent artists when it comes to promoting their. Continue reading

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Streaming won’t make up for the revenue lost by the lack of live gigs.

Although the COVID pandemic and the resulting change in consumer’s habits has driven streaming growth through the roof, any bump in artist income pales in comparison to the catastrophic loss. Continue reading

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Matthew Aure, VP Marketing, Product Mgt at Bright Antenna Records[A2IM Featured Exec]

In this edition of A2IM’s Featured Executive column, we hear from Matthew Aure, VP of Marketing and Product Management at Bright Antenna Records. Guest post from A2IM Welcome to A2IM’s. Continue reading

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Where are the SVOD grants to #SaveOurStages? Texas Music Office leads the charge

While venues across America were relieved at the passage of the $15 billion Save Our Stages legislation became law last December, many venues are still waiting to see any of. Continue reading

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