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Liz Pelly Mood Machine investigation questions Spotify’s financials

The Liz Pelly Mood Machine investigation uncovered troubling questions about Spotify’s financial practices. This must-read piece dives deep into the streaming giant’s integrity, raising concerns that could shake the industry.. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 01/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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How US TikTok ban could accelerate rise of the Global South

A cultural shift is afoot with the rise of the global South. While the U.S. TikTok ban has many worried, it could give other countries a chance to take center stage in the music world. 

Alana Bonilla on 01/14/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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How To Master the Spotify Algorithm to Reach More Listeners

Unlock the secrets that boost Spotify streams to reach a larger audience. This quick video guide covers how to master the Spotify algorithm using playlisting, audience targeting, and smart metadata optimization.

Alana Bonilla on 01/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Big Music Business Myth #3: Weird Al’s Spotify Sandwich [Chris Castle]

Streaming royalties can leave artists struggling while platforms profit. Weird Al’s Spotify sandwich revealed the unfair truth behind the numbers, writes Chris Castle. Read Parts #1 and #2 of the. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 01/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Streaming myths, Dynamic ticket pricing exposed, TikTok ban nears & More

Episode 231 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s podcast Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE: Episode 231 On this week’s YMC. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 01/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Most Read Hypebot Posts: RSD 2025, RIIZE + Seunghan, Spotify exposé, More

Last week’s most read Hypebot posts include Record Store 2025 announces, how RIIZE and Seunghan took fan feedback too far, an important new Spotify exposé, and much more. Bruce Houghton

Bruce Houghton on 01/13/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week in DIY and independent musician news, readers tuned into topics including music marketing strategies for 2025, new public YouTube Audience stat, top music schools and more.

Bruce Houghton on 01/11/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Last week’s Top Music Business News: Spotify exposé, NIVA survey, More

It was a busy week by any definition and the music industry was no exception. To make sure, you didn’t miss anything important we off a roundup of last week’s top music business news.

Bruce Houghton on 01/11/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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New public YouTube Audience stat: What it means for artists

A new public YouTube audience stat provides a new metric for artists and he industry to measure and market popularity.

Bruce Houghton on 01/10/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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TikTok creators prep for ban: Lemon8, SaveMyTikToks & More

With a January 19 U.S. ban a strong possibility, TikTok is promoting sister app Lemon8 and SaveMyTikToks launches to help creators back up TikTok accounts to competitor Triller.

Bruce Houghton on 01/10/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (3)
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