UK Music Industry On Track To Shrink 50% In 2020
The British music industry is on track to shed 50% due to the extended shutdown of concerts, festivals, and other live entertainment during the coronavirus pandemic. The dire warning, which. Continue reading
Staying Safe As A Touring Musician
While touring of any kind remains off the table for artists across the board, it’s important to remember that, even in non-pandemic times, life on the road can be hazardous.. Continue reading
Guitar Center Officially Files For Bankruptcy, But Promises ‘Business As Usual’
Guitar Center has confirmed that it has filed for bankruptcy. But what does that mean for musicians? The Guitar Center Chapter 11 bankruptcy hopes to strike a deal with key. Continue reading
“YouTube is becoming more important to music than music is to YouTube,” says MIDiA’s Mark Mulligan
YouTube announced that it now has 2 billion music users, but the music industry is not taking full advantage of the opportunities that the platform offers, says top MIDiA analyst. Continue reading
How To Verify A Spotify For Artists Profile and Why You Need To Do It Now
When it comes to your presence on Spotify, the single most important thing you can do to increase your following is get your Spotify for Artists profile verified. Here we. Continue reading
What Is Twitch Doing About Its Music Copyright Issues?
Twitch has developed something of a reputation for coming down hard on its users in cases of (or perceived cases of) copyright infringement. Finally, the popular streaming platform is explaining. Continue reading
Round Hill Music Royalty Fund IPO Raises $282M
Round Hill Music Royalty fund has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering on the London Stock Exchange, garnering roughly £212m in the process. Guest post by Emmanuel Legrand of the. Continue reading
Get Blog Coverage for Your Band’s New Release: Musician’s Guide
Getting music blogs and review sites to feature your latest release is a fantastic way to raise the profile of your music. Here, offer some insight on how editors choose. Continue reading
Shazam Shares All-Time Top 100, Passes 200M Active Users
Apple owned Shazam has shared its All Time Top 100 most Shazamed songs as it passes 200 million monthly active users. All-Time Shazam Top Tracks Tones and I “Dance Monkey”. Continue reading
Soundcloud Adds Artist Verification, Rotor Video App Discount
Soundcloud has finally followed the lead of most major streaming services to add artist verification. A blue checkmark will begin rolling out on the profiles “of the most notable artists. Continue reading
