Human vs. Machine Music Curation: Why We Need Anarchy In The A.I.

In a recent dig at Apple Music, Google's Eric Schmidt spoke out against human curated playlists, instead praising the idea of an artificially intelligent "tastemaker" service, designed to find the "next next big. Continue reading

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The Cassette Tape Makes A Comeback

It looks like vinyl isn't the only retro audio format getting a second wind. The National Audio Company, one of the largest manufacturers of cassettes, has revealed that it sold. Continue reading

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Why Content Curation Is Key To Sustainable Growth In Digital Music

Here online radio trail blazer Ari Shohat looks at why unlimited catalogs can be bad for digital music, and why a limited amount of content curated by people rather than algorithms is important to. Continue reading

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There’s Another Side To The Playola Debate For Streaming Playlists

In the age of streaming, playlists have become one of the best ways for artists to have their music promoted. This brings with it a whole host of questions regarding. Continue reading

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Billboard Talent and Touring Conference – We’ve Got Discount Codes!

The Billboard Touring Conference & Awards is  all about the live music industry. In its 12th year, the conference features programming and a forum for promoters, producers, agents, managers, venues,. Continue reading

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VOTE: What do you think Of Apple Music, Beats 1?

Apple launched its streaming music service Apple Music and global online station Beats 1 yesterday.  What do you think of it so far? Is it a winner or a dud?. Continue reading

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Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Vinyl Records, Streaming Music, and Music Production

From the resurgence of vinyl records to the demise of streaming music, we are talking about it this week on Music Think Tank. Check it out: 

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Top Indie Exec Says Major Label “Beasts” Have “Completely F**ked Everyone Up The Arse”

At first,  the major labels made deals with digital music services in desperation – to provide an alternative to piracy.  More recently, they've become motivated by short term greed in. Continue reading

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Way Beyond Streaming: Music’s Marginal Reinvention

From the relentless focus on the music industry's latest streaming model, one might think Taylor Swift and streaming services represent the entire future of the music business. When Jay Z. Continue reading

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iHeartRadio Now Available On Xbox One

iHeartRadio today announced its availability on Xbox One. Listeners can download the free app beginning today from the Xbox Store.  The full announcement: 

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