Platformz Mobile Aims to Bridge the Gap for Indie Artists
According to Billboard, Indie music comprises 34.5% of the United States music industry market. It is notoriously an underserved sector – Platformz mobile app aims to change that. The app. Continue reading
New Spin Editor in Chief Leaves Print Behind To Focus On Mobile
Spin's New Editor in Chief Craig Marks brings a strong background in both print and digital media with editorial experience at Spin in the 90s as well as at Billboard. Continue reading
Rock Is Most Popular Genre Among U.S. Album Buyers [CHART]
Rock music was the most popular genre with U.S. album purchasers in 2103. Statista used Nielson and Billboard data to find that 34.8% of all albums bought here in 2013. Continue reading
5 Stories That Will Shape The Music Industry In 2014
By Alex May (@AlexmDrums) In a recent episode of the Upward Spiral podcast, we talked with Darren Hemmings, who is the founder of Motive Unknown, a strategic digital marketing consultancy, about the. Continue reading
A Cable Channel In Billboard’s Future? Plus: New Hires, Print and Web Changes
Janice Min's recent appointment as Co-President of Guggenheim Media's new Entertainment Group, overseeing Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter, has led to new appointments at both publications and some discussion about. Continue reading
Soundcloud Biz Dev VP Dave Haynes Exits
Soundcloud VP of Business Development Dave Haynes is exiting the company after five years. His reason appears to be personal including a desire to spend more time with his young. Continue reading
The Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
Top 100 DJs Based On Social Media & DMCA Takedowns The LP Is Back [CHART] Why Music Streaming Is More Lucrative For Labels Make More $ On YouTube Major Changes. Continue reading
Bright Spots In 2013 U.S. Music Report Include Music Streams and Electronic Music Sales
The Nielsen & Billboard's 2013 U.S. Music Report is out and though overall music sales were down almost across the board in 2013, music streams increased by 32%. In addition,. Continue reading
Bill Werde Exits Billboard Magazine. Is This The End Of An Era?
Bill Werde, Bilboard Magazine's Editorial Director since 2008, has abruptly exited the music trade publication. Owners Guggenheim Partners have announced that Janice Min, who transformed their Hollywood Reporter from dull. Continue reading
How To Revitalize Your Hustle By Showing Up For Your Loved Ones
By indie rapper Kosha Dillz (@koshadillz) who appeared on Daytrotter this week. During the holidays when touring season is low, we get a chance to enjoy the cold snowy days. Continue reading
