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Remembering Steve Morse: A Music Journalism Icon

Long time Berklee instructor and music journalist Steve Morse has died. While Boston’s rich music scene was Steve’s beat, his reach went far beyond the Bay State.

Alana Bonilla on 10/30/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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50,000 Oasis tickets CANCELLED, Live Nation endorses resale price cap

In the latest proof that concert ticketing is broken more than 50,000 Oasis fans will have the tickets they bought to the band’s reunion gigs cancelled. 

Bruce Houghton on 10/29/2024 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Essential Artist Accounts to claim before you release music

Get your music release off to a strong start by claiming and optimizing your essential artists accounts aon major streaming and music platforms. This guide covers the must-have tools and accounts to boost your track’s reach and make a lasting impact from day one.

Alana Bonilla on 10/29/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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DistroKid Union ramps up allegations: ‘No non-union staff’ laid off

The Union representing DistroKid workers has shared added new details and allegations in its fight with the world’s largest d.i.y. digital music distributor.

Bruce Houghton on 10/29/2024 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Band Together Relief pop-up shop to aid Hurricane Victims: Participate Now!

Band Together Relief is teaming up with different artists to launch an exclusive merch pop-up shop, channeling proceeds to support communities impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Discover how this initiative is rallying resources to provide much-needed aid for disaster-stricken areas and how you can participate too.

Alana Bonilla on 10/29/2024 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Tech News: UMG, KLAY AI team • new Exec @ TuneCore • Patton joins OVG

In the latest music tech news, AI music company KLAY Vision is teaming with Universal Music Group to develop an “ethical model” for AI generated music that works in collaboration with the music industry and human creatives.

Bruce Houghton on 10/29/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Statement on AI Training signals Appropriation and Cultural Theft [Chris Castle]

Chris Castle dives into AI advancements that are rooted in what he calls “the largest cultural theft since World War II.” Explore the Statement on AI Training, striking parallels to historical art appropriation and why the fight for creators’ rights is more urgent than ever.

Alana Bonilla on 10/29/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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DistroKid lays off 37 workers, decimating US Artist Relations team

DistroKid put 37 employees on “administrative leave” Friday, just an hour before the union was set to meet with the company to continue contract negotiations, according the DistroKid Union.

Bruce Houghton on 10/28/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Ditto dumps Merlin as TikTok takedown of millions of indie tracks looms

Ditto dumps Merlin deal and signs directly with TikTok as this week’s takedown of millions of tracks by independent artists used in videos looms.

Bruce Houghton on 10/28/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How To Book More Gigs: Essential Tips for Indie Artists

Booking gigs as an indie artist can be challenging, but we’ve got you covered. Discover proven strategies to land more shows, build your fanbase, and take your live performances to the next level.

Alana Bonilla on 10/28/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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