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Iconic Tests Copyright Infringement Software For Indies

Iconic Artists has announced the beta testing of Streamtrack, its copyright infringement and reporting software. Launched as a response to the continued threat of piracy and exploitation faced by so many. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 05/24/2018 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)

Tags: " copyright infringement, Amazoncom, Apple Music, Chief executive officer, Intellectual property, lawsuit, music industry, Spotify, Streaming media, YouTube

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Could Spotify Buy Universal? Should It? [MARK MULLIGAN]

Vivendi has been openly exploring spinning off Universal Music Group. Publically the talk is of a possible IPO, but the rumor mill has spun out several scenarios, including a purchase. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 05/14/2018 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Anaconda (Nicki Minaj song), Android (operating system), Android application package, Annual general meeting, Apple Inc., Billboard Magazine, Chief executive officer, Spotify, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group

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Music Biz Conference Announces Nashville Dates Thru 2020

[UPDATED] The Music Business Association (Music Biz) conference will stay in Nashville through 2020. The already announced 2018 edition will be May 14-17 at the Omni Nashville Hotel. But the following year,. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/25/2017 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Cary Sherman, Chief executive officer, music industry, Music recording sales certification, Recording Industry Association of America, revenue, Spotify, Streaming media, Trade association, United States

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MON. BRIEF: 38.4% Indie Market Share [Survey] • Native Instruments Adds $59M • MP3 Rippers Get EFF Support • More

MONDAY 10.23.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Go indie! Updated continuously under Hypebot's More News tab

Bruce Houghton on 10/23/2017 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Artist, Chief executive officer, Hypebot, JavaScript, Television

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THU. BRIEF: Songkick, Ticketmaster Suit To Continue • Songtrust Expands To EU • Bull Riders Launch Label • More

THURSDAY 10.19.17 Music Business News From Around The Web I barely understand the facts in this case, but I'm rooting for David (Songkick) to beat Goliath (Ticketmaster). Updated continuously under our More. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/19/2017 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Amazon Web Services, Amazoncom, Any.do, Apple Music, Brick and mortar, Business Insider, Chain store, Chief executive officer, Google, JavaScript

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INGrooves Founder Rob McDaniels Named Beatport CEO

Rob McDaniels, best know as the founder of pioneering digital distributor INgrooves, has been named the CEO of Beatport. McDaniels will also maintain a presence at his more recent roles. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/17/2017 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Board of directors, Celebrity bond, Chairman, Chief executive officer, Chief financial officer, Common stock, David Bowie, Democratic Party (United States), Eminem, Greg Maffei

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Free Streams On Spotify Pay 75% More Than YouTube, Paid Streams Pay 515% More

YouTube is increasingly under fire from labels and other creators upset over the size of its payments to creators. A new study reveals details of this payment gap between YouTube. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/12/2017 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (2)

Tags: Apple Music, Chief executive officer, Comparison of on-demand streaming music services, Digital media, Groove Music, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Hulu, Spotify, Streaming media, Subscription business model

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Kobalt Raises Additional $14M, Google Ventures’ Bill Maris Joins Board

Music rights management, publishing and label services company Kobalt has raised another $14 million, bring the total of its recent Series D round to $89 million. Bill Maris, the founder and. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/12/2017 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Board of directors, Celebrity bond, Chairman, Chief executive officer, Chief financial officer, Common stock, David Bowie, Democratic Party (United States), Eminem, Greg Maffei

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Watch Eminem Blast Donald Trump In Freestyle Rap For BET Hip Hop Awards 2017 [VIDEO]

Cardi B was the big winner at last nights BET Hip Hop Awards 2107, but Eminem declared Donald Trump the big loser. In a blistering new freestyle recorded for the. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/11/2017 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Allen Hughes, Australia, Board of directors, Canada, Celebrity bond, Chairman, Chief executive officer, Donald Trump, Eminem, Sirius XM Holdings

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MON. BRIEF: Las Vegas Concert Shooting Deadliest In US History • Dice Ticketing Expands • TunesMap Restores Liner Notes • More

MONDAY 10.2.17 Music Business News From Around The Web It's hard to imagine that these repeated mass shootings at concerts and clubs won't discourage attendance. Updated continuously under our More News tab

Bruce Houghton on 10/02/2017 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: 2009 Pittsburgh police shootings, 2011 Tucson shooting, Alibaba Group, Apple Music, ArtPrize, Bagger Dave's, Boston, Business Insider, Charlottesville, Chief executive officer, Customer experience, Customer Success, Experience Project, JavaScript, Philippines, Rappler, The Wall Street Journal, United Kingdom, Virginia

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