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Artist Rights Institute challenges UK AI Copyright loopholes

The music and creative industries are up in arms over pending UK AI copyright rules that would allow uncompensated text and data mining to train generative AI models. Chris Castle. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/05/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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NIVA '25 State Of Live

Last day to take landmark NIVA State of Live venue survey

Today Wednesday March 5th is the last day for independent venues, festivals and promoters to take the landmark NIVA State of Live survey, the first ever economic study of the U.S. independent live sector.

Bruce Houghton on 03/05/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Take Actiion SXSW

Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases set schedule

Artist for Action, Sandy Hook Promise, Bandsintown and the Music Managers Forum-US have announced an impressive lineup for their 2025 music business Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases featuring Passion Pit, Ginuwine, Everclear alongside industry leaders and experts.

Bruce Houghton on 03/04/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Concert Ticket Breakdown: Who Wins, Loses & Why It Matters

Have you wondered where your ticket dollars really go? Justin Kantor looks at the surprising concert ticket breakdown of costs, profits, and challenges faced by independent artists and venues.

Alana Bonilla on 03/04/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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you are not the star

Dear Music Business, You Are Not The Star

Are you a music manager, agent, tour manager, marketer, label staffer or part of a team working with a band or musician? If so, never forget this valuable lesson… you are not the star. You work for the star.

Bruce Houghton on 03/04/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Should I pull music off Spotify?

Indie musician finds more profitable alternatives to Spotify

Brett Newski found that skipping Spotify can be more profitable than streaming a song millions of times. He joins independent artists like Pitchfork Album Of The Year creator Cindy Lee in showing how direct fan support can be a more profitable alternative to Spotify.

Alana Bonilla on 03/04/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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The Music Documentary Boom and Future of Fandom

The music documentary boom is fueling a new wave of fandom, turning nostalgia and storytelling into powerful engagement tools. As artists and labels embrace the format, could documentaries become the. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/04/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music festival fan complaints

How to grow an Engaged Fanbase using Identity Resonance

Do you want to grow an engaged fanbase that truly connects with your music? Olivia Jones from MIDiA Research shares how identity resonance turns listeners into superfans who stream more, buy more, and often become fans for life.

Alana Bonilla on 03/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio

Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio in $16M funding round

Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio leading an $18 million funding round along with DNS CapitalSony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio leading an $18 million funding round along with DNS Capital.

Bruce Houghton on 03/03/2025 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Resources for Music Tech Startups

Resources for Music Tech Startups and Founders

Discover key resources for music tech startups and founders aling expert advice from Rock Paper Scissors and Music Tectonics. From networking events to PR support, these tools are a blueprint for success in the evolving music tech landscape.

Alana Bonilla on 03/03/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Feature.fm adds Bandcamp integration

Feature•fm adds Bandcamp integration to drive artist revenue

Feature.fm adds Bandcamp integration so that artists and labels can automatically add Bandcamp links to their Feature.fm landing pages to connect with fans and drive more revenue.

Bruce Houghton on 03/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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