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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast: AI, Superfans, Bud + Music = $0.00

Episode 256 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. Episode 256 On this week’s edition of the. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/30/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: Spotify revamps Discover Weekly • Trump claims TikTok buyer • Fake band controversy • Glastonbury • More

MONDAY. 6.30.25 • Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

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executive order on ticket scalping scalper financing Inflates prices

How Ticket & Scalper Financing Inflates Prices and Excludes Fans

Chris Castle on how ticket and scalper financing inflates prices and make it harder for real fans to buy. As resellers get millions in credit to hoard tickets, fans are left paying more – or missing out entirely.

Alana Bonilla on 06/27/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Unexpected Rise of Cringe as a Music Marketing Strategy

Cringe content is no longer a liability — cringe is a music marketing strategy. As audiences crave authenticity over polish, artists who lean into awkward, overly earnest moments are breaking through the noise and turning discomfort into streams.

Alana Bonilla on 06/27/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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MORE MUSIC BUSINESS NEWS: Tixel to US • TikTok adds Fan Clubs, taps Rumbelfish • DistroKids starts Spotify video delivery • SymphonyOS AI expands marketing • More

Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

Bruce Houghton on 06/27/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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NIVA '25

NIVA ’25 Day 2: Indie Live Music Community Looks Forward

NIVA ’25 Day 2 was filled with actionable insights, community building and meaningful discussions about the future of independent live music. The annual convention of the National Independent Venue Association continues in Milwaukee through Wednesday.

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Paul Koehler

Paul Koehler: Full-time Drummer AND Major Artist Manager

Paul Koehler is both the drummer for the iconic emo hardcore band Silverstein and a music industry entrepreneur. In addition to touring and recording full-time for the past 25 years,. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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tariffs on vinyl

How Tariffs on Vinyl Undermine the US Revival & Artist Incomes

Vinyl is making a big comeback, but hidden tariffs on vinyl and other key components are making it harder to press records in the U.S. While finished records can be. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 06/25/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How to Build an Independent Music Community

How to Build an Independent Music Community

Building a strong label or artist fanbase isn’t just about follower counts. Learn how to build an independent music community that is loyal and engaged. This guide breaks down how to connect authentically with fans and grow lasting support.

Alana Bonilla on 06/23/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Industry News Roundup: NIVA, Ticket Resale & More

From the start of NIVA 25, a new ticketing law setting the bar in Maine, to why gatekeeping can be a good thing, here is this week’s live music industry news roundup.

Alana Bonilla on 06/23/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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