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Touring Economics: Why Concert Tickets Cost $150 in Austin But $68 in Cleveland

New data uncovers how venue competition and regional pricing patterns are reshaping the sustainability of live music in different U.S. cities.

Jeremy Young on 01/16/2026 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How AI-Curious Artists Can Move Beyond ChatGPT

How artists can become AI experts just by building stronger intuition, and why that’s even important in the first place.

Jeremy Young on 01/16/2026 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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6 Ways Bandsintown’s New Marketplace Helps Artists Level Up

Bandsintown for Artists features over 30 integrations and partner tools to help indie artists grow, amplify their visibility, and connect closer to fans.

Jeremy Young on 01/15/2026 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Apple Launches Apple Creator Studio: New Creative Powerhouse for Musicians and Producers

Apple has announced the launch of Apple Creator Studio, a new subscription bundle designed to unify its most powerful creative tools under one roof. For musicians, songwriters and producers, this marks a significant shift in how Apple’s professional ecosystem can be accessed and utilized.

Bruce Houghton on 01/15/2026 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Best Music Industry Newsletters to Subscribe to in 2026

Here are our top newsletters to keep up with for fast-paced trends, innovative tech advancements, and everything else you need to succeed in music.

Jeremy Young on 01/15/2026 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandcamp Bans AI Music

Bandcamp has officially banned all AI-generated music from its platform. Bandcamp is the first major music service to entirely ban AI created music. Bandcamp Bans AI music Here is everything. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 01/15/2026 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Spotify raises Premium subscription price in U.S.

Spotify raises Premium subscription price in U.S.

Spotify has raised the price of its individual Premium subscription in the U.S. The last U.S. price hike iwas in July 2024. During that increase, the Premium Individual plan rose from $10.99 to $11.99.

Bruce Houghton on 01/15/2026 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Every US Venue That Was Awarded a Music in Action Grant in 2025

LMS’s Music in Action grants were set up to fund venues engaging with their local communities on a deeper level, and to support efforts to transform the role live music plays in society at large.

Jeremy Young on 01/14/2026 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Clio Music Awards 2026 Winners Announced

Clio Music has named its 2026 winners. The awards recognize creative excellence in music marketing, brand/artist collaborations, and the use of music in advertising, film and trailers.

Bruce Houghton on 01/14/2026 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How Fans Can Support Musicians For Free

Most fans know that its not easy being a musician and want to help. But beyond the usual ways including buying tickets and merchandise, how can fans support musicians for free?

Bruce Houghton on 01/14/2026 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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The New Touring Reality: When Merch Becomes a Primary Buffer

Here’s how selling merchandise help offset the higher costs of touring and offer artists a flexible, dependable revenue stream in 2026.

Jeremy Young on 01/14/2026 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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