Musician’s Guide To Music Conferences: 2019 Edition
While a great deal of focus is typically put on artists promoting themselves online, there is still much to be said for old school in the flesh networking. Music conferences. Continue reading
TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
Ringing in the new year this week, some of Hypebot's top posts included the potential rescue of His Master's Voice by Buyvia, why Charlie Walk is, for some reason, still. Continue reading
Prediction: Spotify To Incubate ‘No Records Label Group’
Chris Castle envisions a 2019 Spotify that adopts a "No Records" model in lieu of a traditional label, allowing them to bask in the glory of having major artists signed. Continue reading
YouTube’s Streaming Domination Clips the Market’s Wings [Mark Mulligan]
For all the media attention given to Spotify and Apple Music, YouTube is still the world's most popular music streaming service. But its unique licensing position and massive free offering. Continue reading
5 Music Industry Predictions 2019: Fan Clubs, Apple Music, Chart Decline and More
With the music business in a constant state of tumultuous evolution, 2019 is shaping up to be a wild year for the industry. Here we look at five major developments. Continue reading
RIAA Names Mitch Glazier Chairman, CEO and Michele Ballantyne COO
Mitch Glazier has officially taken the helm as the chairman and CEO of the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and Michele Ballantyne has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Continue reading
Live Music, Merch Sales Management Strategies
While a live performance is hopefully a thrill for all those involved, both on and off stage, it's important to remember that making these events a positive experience requires careful. Continue reading
BTS Member Jimin Breaks Soundcloud Record
The BTS fan army is on the march again, extending their enthusiasm to a solo work by Jimin from K-Pop super group. Jimin dropped his first solo single “Promise” exclusively. Continue reading