Songwriting & Music Publishing
In this op-ed, Christ Castle argues that Spotify made billions while underpaying songwriters and musician. With new royalty talks coming, says the artist advocate, an increase in Spotify songwriter royalties is overdue.
Alana Bonilla on 05/01/2025 in
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Comments (0) Getting songwriter credits right is crucial for making sure you get paid and recognized for your work. In this Guide to Songwriter Credits from CD Baby, find out what proper songwriter metadata is, why it’s important and how it can protect your rights.
Alana Bonilla on 04/25/2025 in
D.I.Y. |
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Comments (0) Artist advocate and musician Ari Herstand has jumped into the Spotify royalty debate which began on Hypebot earlier this week. “It’s disgraceful and slapped every emerging, independent artist in the face with this backwards policy,” wrote Herstand.
Bruce Houghton on 04/18/2025 in
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Comments (1) Music publishing is a crucial part of running a successful indie label, and missing it means leaving money on the table. This guide to music publishing breaks down the essentials to support your artists, collect every royalty owed, and grow the smart way.
Alana Bonilla on 04/17/2025 in
Indie Music |
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Comments (0) Want to use a someone else’s audio legally but don’t know who owns it? This expert guide shows you how to find copyright holders fast – and get the permissions you need without the legal headaches.
Alana Bonilla on 04/16/2025 in
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Comments (0) Popular songs are getting shorter, with Grammy-winning hits and Spotify chart-toppers all shrinking in length. But is streaming really to blame? The answer is more complex, with history, genre, and evolving songwriting trends all playing a role.
Bobby Owsinski explores how hit songs have changed in the past five years, with surprising changes in songwriting, production, and track longevity.
Alana Bonilla on 04/01/2025 in
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Comments (0) MIDiA reports on how hit songs have changed in just five years, from evolving song structures to genre-blending trends. Find out what’s driving the shift and whether the latest chart-topping trends are here to stay.
Alana Bonilla on 03/26/2025 in
Music Marketing |
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Comments (0) Today would have been Aretha Franklin’s birthday and NITO (National Independent Talent Organization) is using the occasion to launch “Pay Her Respect,” a national day of action in support of the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA) which will guaruntee payment for the use of songs on AM/FM radio.
Bruce Houghton on 03/25/2025 in
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Comments (0) Should songwriters unionize? The Artist Rights Institute is surveying songwriters to find out whether or not songwriters want to form a certified union.
Bruce Houghton on 03/18/2025 in
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