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Will Vessel Video Make The Same Mistake As Tidal?

Even though many in music hate to acknowledge it, YouTube really runs the music business these days. Multiple studies have found that most discovery of new music online is the result of. Continue reading

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Former Rhapsody, Sony Exec Sends An Open Letter To The Music Business

Dear Music Biz, It's been a good, close, intimate and mostly wonderful 15 years… but I think we need some time apart. It's not me. It's you. You've changed. Digital music business, you. Continue reading

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Google Readies YouTube Ad Free Paid Subscription, Creators Forced To Sign On

While still hugely popular, YouTube is facing pressure on many fronts. Key to Google's response is the launch of  a long-rumored paid service, as well as, an ongoing squeeze of. Continue reading

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Citymaps Partners With Songkick Connecting Music Fans To Events Happening Near Them

One month after raising the $6 million needed to complete a full re-design, Citymaps has unveiled a partnership with Songkick that puts the ability to discover, purchase tickets for, and. Continue reading

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Pandora Grabs Exclusive Rolling Stones Tour Presale Starting Today

Tickets for the Rolling Stones are a hot commodity and Pandora has grabbed the exclusive ticket pre-sale starting today at 10AM 

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8tracks Launches Music Library To Help Share Indie Music, Partners With INgrooves, CDBaby

Two-thirds of 8tracks 30 million monthly listening hours are streams from indie labels and musicians. Now 8tracks has solidified their commitment to independent music with new partnerships and features that. Continue reading

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10 Leadership Tips to Help You Get the Best of Your Music Business Team

Conquering the music industry is not an easy feat and , eventually, you will need the assistance of others to help you achieve your goals. What happens when you need extra. Continue reading

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SiriusXM Indies Award Nominees Announced

Canadian Music Week has announced the nominees for the 2015 SiriusXM Indies – the 15th Annual Independent Music Awards. 

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Full Text Of Letter To YouTube Creators Forcing Participation In Paid Subscription Service

Yesterday, YouTube sent a letter to top creators signalling the coming launch of ad free paid subscriptions. Creators were told to agree to new the terms of service or face. Continue reading

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