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Staying Sane and Sober during the Holidays [Eric Mackay]

The holiday season can be a tough time to navigate sobriety, particularly for those of us who spend time at clubs and concerts. “As someone who has been sober for over three and a half years, and with more than 25 years in the music industry,” writes Eric Mackay. “I’ve experienced this struggle firsthand.”

Alana Bonilla on 12/20/2024 in Mental Health | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Amazon demands refunds of Streaming Music Overpayments [Chris Castle]

Now that the Copyright Royalty Board has set streaming royalty rates, Amazon has sent demand letters designed to force refunds of money it says it overpaid to music publishers and artists.

Alana Bonilla on 12/03/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Former Spotify Music Data Alchemist Glenn McDonald: An Interview

Music data alchemist David McDonald offers insights from his time at Spotify, his latest book while delving into the creation of Every Noise At Once and the evolution of genre categorization.

Alana Bonilla on 10/16/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Consent Decrees and Compulsory Licenses: The Right to Say No

The debate over consent decrees and compulsory licenses is heating up, raising questions about creators’ rights to control their own music…

Alana Bonilla on 10/01/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Will AI save the music industry or destroy it?

Will AI save the music industry or destroy it as we know it? In this guest post, Jacob Varghese, Founder and Director at Noctil, delves into the potential for AI to transform the music business while raising concerns about copyright infringement and fair compensation.

Alana Bonilla on 09/10/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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The Impact of TikTok Algorithms on Gen Z: Uncovering the Truth

Learn how TikTok algorithms impact Gen Z and the strategies driving this and other addictive platforms. The Impact of TikTok Algorithms on Gen Z by Chris Castle of Music Tech. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 08/23/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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AI and publicity rights: The No Fakes Act strikes a chord

The No Fakes Act introduces significant changes to U.S. publicity rights, aiming to protect individuals from unauthorized AI-generated replicas. Could this legislation reshape the future of digital identity?

Alana Bonilla on 08/16/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How Generative AI Music startups are redefining the Creative Process

Generative AI music companies are redefining the creative process by seamlessly integrating advanced technology into entertainment platforms and visual design software, delivering time-saving, streamlined, and enhanced experiences.

Alana Bonilla on 08/06/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (3)
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REWIND: New Music Industry’s Last Week in Review

It was a busy week filled with important music industry news. Berklee College named a new but familiar President, Spotify’s value soared, musicians struggled on tour, and much more.

Alana Bonilla on 07/20/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music isn’t getting worse; genres are [MIDiA’s Mark Mulligan]

What if music isn’t getting worse, but instead, the limitations of traditional genres are what is holding back creatives?

Alana Bonilla on 07/12/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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