Vinyl Pressing Of Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” Gives Canadian Punk Band Zex An Unexpected Boost
After waiting months for the vinyl release of Beyoncé's "Lemonade," fans got quite a surprise. "Uphill Battle", an album by Canadian punk band Zex was pressed on to the lemon-yellow. Continue reading
Former Billboard Editor Bill Werde Named Director Of Syracuse University Bandier Music Business Program
[UPDATED] Former Billboard editorial director Bill Werde has been named director of the Bandier Program for Music Business and the Entertainment Industries at Syracuse University. The program, established in 2006, was launched with. Continue reading
Does Sensenbrenner Bill Mean It’s Time For A Grand Jury? [David Lowery]
In what could be bad news for songwriters, digital music services are seeking to make it much hard for music creators to sue broadcaster and digital music services, requiring them. Continue reading
The Problem Of Literal Listening
In this thought provoking piece by Kat Harding, she explores the issue of literal listening in the music industry, particularly when it comes to the music of women and people. Continue reading
MON. BRIEF: Roc Nation Renews w/Live Nation, Seeks Label Cash • iHeart On Edge • Neil Young Announces Xstream • More
Monday 4.24.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Live Nation loves Jay Z, but wants out of the label business just as running a label gets profitable again. . Continue reading
Hacked Coachella, Stagecoach Account Holders Offered Free ID Protection By Promoter Goldenvoice
Almost 4 weeks after we reported that the Coachella and Stagecoach festival web sites were hacked, promoter Goldenvoice is letting a million plus fans know that their data has been. Continue reading
Teaser, Pseudo and Lyric Videos Need To Be Part of Your Content Strategy [Music Biz Weekly Podcast]
John Andosca from Hitmanmusic.net join Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on this week's Music Biz Weekly podcast to explore the importance of teaser, pseudo and lyric videos in your content. Continue reading
Coachella Sues Urban Outfitters, Free People
Clothing retailer Urban Outfitters and their affiliate Free People are facing legal action from Coachella organizers Goldenvoice, for allegedly trying to capitalize on the festival's brand. According to the Los. Continue reading
