Music
Technology
the new music industry
fairness in ticket resales

Fairness in ticket resales ‘is neither expected nor delivered’

“The manipulation of inventory, unchecked speculative listings, and aggressive affiliate networks have created a system where fairness (in ticket resales) is neither expected nor delivered,” says artist manager and ticketing crusader Randy Nichols on fairness in ticket resales.

Share on:

Meta, TikTok, Spotify & New Rules of Soft Power [Mark Mulligan]

Soft power hasn’t disappeared – it’s just moved online, where tech companies now shape what we watch, share, and care about. Behind the screens, writes Mark Mulligan of MIDiA. algorithms are quietly rewriting the rules of culture.

Share on:
ways to promote new music

29 Fast & Affordable Ways to Promote New Music

Dropping new music and promoting your career? Use these 29 powerful and affordable ways to promote new music and reach new fans

Share on:
record label how much music fits on vinyl records

How Much Music Fits on Vinyl Records and Why It Matters

How much music fits on vinyl records without losing sound quality? Find out why many artists choose double LPs and what mastering tricks make your vinyl sound its best.

Share on:
free music business news

Free Music Business & Live Music News on Hypebot

The media that covers live music, music business news, music marketing and music tech is increasingly behind a paywall. But Hypebot provides 100% free music business news and always will.

Share on:
Canada Québec is fighting Spotify

Québec is fighting Spotify to protect Local Music and Culture

The Canadian province of Québec is fighting Spotify to ensure that local French-language music is not overlooked. Bill 109 could change how streaming services support local artists everywhere. Québec is. Continue reading

Share on:
Live Nation is devouring live music $1B investment

Live Nation is devouring live music, says Wall Street Journal

Live Nation is devouring live music and the live music industry, according to the Wall Street Journal. The company’s “flywheel” approach fueled its rise and could lead to its breakup as the Department of Justice antitrust lawsuit continues.

Share on:
music biz weekly podcast take your band to the next level

What does ‘I’ll take your band to the next level’ mean?

We’ve all heard the pitch: “I’ll take your band to the next level.” What does that even mean? Should you be concerned if someone says that to you?

Share on:

How to use A/B Testing to Market Music more successfully

Tired of guessing what content strategies actually works? Learn how to use A/B testing to market music music, get real results, and finally understand what makes your fans click, stream, and share.

Share on:
global music conferences

Important Global Music Conferences, Events and Awards 2025

Planning the rest of your 2025 schedule? Here’s The Orchard’s ultimate guide to the most important global music conferences, events and awards happening later this year.

Share on:
Top