April 2015

Apple’s New Streaming Service May Be Facing A Rough Start In Europe

Regulators in the European Union may throw a roadblock into Apple’s upcoming launch of its new streaming music service. The computer giant is increasingly under examination over its dealings with record. Continue reading

Guest Post on 04/20/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Apple Inc., Competition law, Europe, European Union, Forbes, Google, record label, Spotify, Streaming media, The New York Times

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Academy Of Country Music Awards 2015: A Full List Of Winners

Miranda Lambert was the big winner at last night's 50th Annual Country Music Awards, hosted by Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan. Here is a full list of winners and nominees.

Bruce Houghton on 04/20/2015 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Academy of Country Music Awards, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Eric Church, Florida Georgia Line, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Martina McBride

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MON. NEWS BRIEF: Spotify Funding • Rock Hall’s Big Night • Vessel Lands $57.5M • Tidal CEO Exits • More

Monday 4.20.2015 Music Business News & Views From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab. CLICK HERE

Bruce Houghton on 04/20/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive, Adobe InDesign, Apple Inc., Arcade Fire, AT&T, banking, Bermuda, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Blue, New York City

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

Apple's Streaming Music Launch Plans: $9.99, $14.99 Tiers, Lots Of Exclusives Mumford & Sons Refuse To Join TIDAL's "Tribalist Commercial Bullshit" Believe Digital Acquires TuneCore Fair Play, Fair Pay Act. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 04/19/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Getting It Done: The Week in D.I.Y & Indie Music

A Complete Guide To Facebook Advertising For Musicians Data Is Power For Indie Musicians 7 Ways Ensure You Never Get Invited Back To A Venue 3 Surprising Music Career Tips. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 04/18/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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MusicThinkTank Weekly Recap: Reasons You Should Not Scrimp On Your Photoshoot

Lori Bumgarner | Reasons You Should Not Scrimp On Your Photoshoot Cherie Nelson | 5 Tips For The Ultimate Coachella Experience Wallace Collins | How Do I Get My Rights Back: Termination Under. Continue reading

Matt Gibson on 04/18/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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This Week in Music Commentary

Former Rhapsody, Sony Exec Sends An Open Letter To The Music Business How TIDAL Could Deliver On It's Promises 8 Experts Make A Case For Why “Physical” Recorded Music Still. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 04/18/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: AMC Pacer, Application programming interface, Aspiro, Australian comedy, Bohemian Rhapsody, Jay-Z, Rhapsody (online music service), Spotify, Streaming media, YouTube

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Today Is Record Store Day. Get Off Your Ass And Go Buy Something

"Independent record stores are much more than the name suggests. They are an international community and platform where music has an outlet and an opportunity to grow over the long. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 04/18/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Adobe Flash, Ani DiFranco, Antarctica, Blu-ray Disc, Bobby Pickett, Cathy's Clown, Compact disc, Record shop, Record Store Day, Warner Bros.

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Record Store Day Poll: Will You Be Visiting An Indie Record Store On April 18th? [ VOTE & WIN! ]

April 18th is Record Store Day, a time to celebrate and support independent music retailers. But some think the day has gotten too commercial. Vote after the jump and let. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 04/17/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (3)

Tags: Adam Ant, America Must Be Destroyed, Ani DiFranco, Antarctica, Chicago, Compact disc, Ohio, Record Breakers, Record shop, Record Store Day

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Month: April 2015