Chance The Rapper Says Apple Music Paid $500,000 For 2 Week “Coloring Book” Exclusive

After weeks of questions from insistent fans, Chance The Rapper shared that Apple Music had paid $500,000 last year for a two week exclusive on his then highly anticipated "Coloring. Continue reading

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This Fortnight in Music Supervision and Sync 3.15.17: Baby Driver • 8-Bit To Chiptune • Tips & Tricks • More

A complete run through of the latest and greatest in sync licensing and music supervision in in film, tv, gaming and much more over the past fortnight, courtesy of Synchblog.  

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6 Artists Performing At SXSW That Are Poised To Make It Big

Of the many, many bands that are performing officially and unofficially at SXSW this year, only a handful will see major career growth in the next year. So data journalist. Continue reading

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How To Setup Your Next Album Release [Music Biz Weekly Podcast]

We're proud to be working with the Music Biz Weekly podcast to share this steady stream of actionable information and great guests from the front lines of the new music. Continue reading

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#RIP Tommy Page [Bill Werde]

Thomas Alden "Tommy" Page (May 24, 1970 – March 3, 2017) had experienced music industry from every angle. Page started his career with a 1990 hit single "I'll Be Your. Continue reading

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MON. BRIEF: Azoffs + Creed = Mega Management Merger • SXSW Debacle • SoundEx, RIAA Support Turtles • More

MONDAY 3.6.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Live Nation is the biggest management company, but the Azoff's helm what may be the most powerful.  Updated continuously under our More. Continue reading

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Apple Claims To Be Leading Way On Song Metadata To “Ensure Songwriters Get Paid”

Often known for it's progressive behavior in the tech industry, Apple is taking steps to encourage artists to get their music's copyright registered with one of several relevant publishing organizations although. Continue reading

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Virginia Legislature Passes Bill Legalizing Ticket Scalping

In most parts of the country, state officials are working to limit ticket re-sales and scalping.  Not so in Virginia, where a new bill has passed that guarantees the ability. Continue reading

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

In this casual trot back through a full week of industry news, we revisit stories covering topics ranging from YouTube's launch of its livestreaming and super chat, to the official. Continue reading

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FRI. BRIEF: Spotify Promotes Katy Perry • Beats Now Come w/ 3 Months Apple Music • Pandora Stumbles • More

FRIDAY 2.10.17 Music Business News From Around The Web  Music's New 1%: Spotify may not believe in exclusives, but it certainly embraces selective artists marketing. Updated continuously under our More News tab

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