
We compared video distribution pricing (so you don’t have to)
As an artist, choosing the best video distribution option for you or your band can be complex and confusing. Here, we help make the decision easier by comparing the pros. Continue reading

How to deal with acoustics in your home studio
In addition to researching and investing in gear and software for your home studio, no DIY setup is complete without some strategically planned acoustic treatment. Guest post by Aaron Trumm. Continue reading

Your Morning Coffee: Black market streams • Hard truths for indie artists • More
Episode 31 of the “Your Morning Coffee: Weekly Music News for the New Music Business” podcast with Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart is live. Episode #31 Highlights On this new episode. Continue reading

TUE BRIEF: Spotify protests • Songwriters push Recording Academy • Abbey Road buys Audiomovers • NFTs • more

8 Spotify stats that may make you rethink your career in music
Stats shared by Spotify over the last few weeks show just how difficult it is to build an audience and a career in music. The sheer vastness of the content. Continue reading

Amir Sadik Abdullah, founder/owner at 180 Proof Records [A2IM Featured Exec]
In this edition of A2IM’s featured exec, we learn a little about 180 Proof Records founder and owner Amir Sadik Abdullah, an executive dedicated to helping elevate Black independent artists. Continue reading

Trapital founder Dan Runcie talks hip-hop business strategy
In this edition of the podcast How Music Charts, Trapital founder Dan Runcie breaks down the ins and outs of the Hip-Hop business Guest post by Jason Joven of Chartmetric. Continue reading

Which music streamer pays best? How user-centric royalties could become a competitive advantage
The reality of how unsustainable streaming royalties are has been an industry issue with no clear fix for some time – something which SoundCloud’s move to fan-powered royalties could change. Continue reading

Is Facebook Broken As A Music Marketing Tool?
Building and reaching an audience on Facebook has never been easy. But recent changes have made it even harder. Why is Facebook broken for so many musicians? Facebook has recently. Continue reading

Adapting college marketing efforts during a pandemic
The pandemic brought with it a variety of challenges for the music industry. Beyond simply the cancellation of live events, the crisis has disrupted a variety of promotional channels as. Continue reading