Indie Artists Getting Comfortable As No. 1 In The Music Industry
As the popularity of streaming services continues to increase, major labels have increasingly less access to defining and funneling music discovery. The tipping of the scales has resulted in more. Continue reading
6 Resolutions All Musicians Should Make for 2015
By Hugh McIntyre on Sonicbids Blog The end of the year is upon us, and that means it's time for resolutions! We've all made the typical resolutions before – get in better shape, stop. Continue reading
Indie Music Takedowns Begin ‘In Days’ As Google Preps YouTube Music Service Launch
(UPDATED) The very public battle between Google and global independent labels fighting for better terms will hit new heights in the coming days with thousands of videos being taken down. Continue reading
NME Award Nominees 2014 Announced
NME has announced its 2014 award nominees. As with other UK based honors, there's a bit more snark than we find in the states. As much as we might wish. Continue reading
David Bowie Tops 2013 UK Record Store Chart
David Bowie’s surprise release "The Next Day" was the best selling album in 2013 for the UK’s independent record shops. The Arctic Monkeys’ "AM" was #2 and Daft Punk’s "Random. Continue reading