‘Alexa, Play Free Bird!’ – Music, radio, and the rise of smart speakers
As smart speaker popularity continues to grow, iHeart Media and Amazon have been partnering to try and make Alexa a bit more interactive, and even DJ-like. Guest post by Fred. Continue reading
Amazon Music adds radio-like DJ Mode plus a Billie Eilish takeover
Amazon Music has launched DJ Mode which adds a host DJ to select hip-hop, country, and pop streams in the US. At launch, Amazon Music has added a DJ Mode option to three. Continue reading
Amazon Music For Artists: Customizing Your Profile & Engaging With Fans
Much as it has in other industries, Amazon is becoming an increasingly powerful force in the music business. If you’re an artist looking to use your Amazon Music profile to. Continue reading
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Guide To Selling Your Merch On Amazon
If you’re looking for another outlet to sell your merch on, Amazon (maybe you’ve heard of it) can be a great tool for reaching a broader base of customers, and. Continue reading
ASCAP, BMI, A2IM, Music Biz, RIAA, NMPA, Others Demand Congress Improve Aid Access For Musicians, Industry Workers
Top music and film organizations sent a joint letter to Congress that highlights the many ways that implementation of the CARES Act has fallen short in assisting workers in need. Continue reading
Patreon Lays Off 30 As It Adds 50,000 New Creators
Patreon has laid off 30 employees or 13% of staff because of economic pressures from the current COVID-19 crisis. Kickstarter is reportedly also considering layoffs as crowdfunding projects on the. Continue reading
Music Artists Coalition Calls On US Gov’t To Help Music Industry
The Music Artists Coalition has joined the call for the Federal Government to throw a financial lifeline to the music industry as it grapples with the wide-ranging financial impact of. Continue reading
How To Utilize Amazon’s Media-On Demand Services For Artists
When it comes to selling physical copies of your music, the decision of determining how much and when to order can be a difficult one to map out. With Amazon’s. Continue reading
