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2024 Music Industry Growth: Success or Signs of Trouble?

A new MIDiA repost on 2024 music industry growth shows a sector raking in billions. But is it really as good as it looks? Find out why this “success” might actually be a red flag for artists and the future of streaming.

Alana Bonilla on 03/20/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians

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ROSTR adds Radar music industry contact search

Live music industry trade ROSTR has added Radar – a new way to search for contact info on professionals across the music industry.

Bruce Houghton on 03/06/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Impact of Saturday Night Live on Music as SNL turns 50

For 50 years, Saturday Night Live has been the ultimate stage for music’s biggest stars. But what is the real impact of SNL on music and what does a performance actually mean for an artist’s career?

Alana Bonilla on 03/06/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians, SNL, Spotify

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Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio in $16M funding round

Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio leading an $18 million funding round along with DNS CapitalSony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio leading an $18 million funding round along with DNS Capital.

Bruce Houghton on 03/03/2025 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)

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MashApp launches in US with Major Music Company Licensing

MashApp launches in US, offering licensed music from major music companies Universal, WMG, and Sony. The app lets users easily create personalized mashups, making music creation accessible.

Alana Bonilla on 02/24/2025 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: major labels, music, music business, music industry, music tech, musician, musicians

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Trump has music industry worried as new term begins

Musicians and Donald Trump has music industry worried as he begins his second term as U.S. President begins.

Bruce Houghton on 01/23/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Two Metrics Rising Female Country Artists Have in Common

Lainey Wilson and Megan Moroney are among the rising female country artists paving the way for greater gender equality among country music audiences. Two Metrics Rising Female Country Artists Have. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 01/23/2025 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians, Spotify, streaming

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State Of Classic Rock in 2024

Classic Rock’s legacy shines in 2024 with Fleetwood Mac topping charts and Led Zeppelin’s new documentary. In this one, Fred Jacobs covers the latest updates and cultural impact of this timeless genre with a journey through Classic Rock in 2024.

Alana Bonilla on 12/27/2024 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: classic rock, music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians

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Indies sound alarm after UMG Downtown and PIAS acquisitions

Indie trade groups and label execs are sounding the alarm after UMG Downtown and PIAS acquisition – two crucial independent music companies. Learn what’s at stake and why it matters for artists and labels alike.

Alana Bonilla on 12/19/2024 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (3)

Tags: Impala, music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians, UMG

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Best Christmas Playlists of 2024: Spotify, Apple Music & YouTube

We take a pause from our regular programming to offer the Best Christmas Playlists 2024 on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube complete with links. Best Christmas Playlists of 2024 Spotify. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 12/19/2024 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Chrirtmas

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