5 Ways Music Modernization Act Could Be Fairer For All Creators
The Music Modernization Act has passed the U.S. House of Representatives, and while much of the bill's content seems positive on the service, there are a number of ways in. Continue reading
Industry Trade Group Finally Admits Forcing YouTube To Police Site Doesn’t Work Well
A group typically known for their criticism of YouTube, the Content Creators Coalition, recently admitted that it is impossible to expect the video site to accurately or effectively police all. Continue reading
Tips For Launching Your First Indie Album
The game has changed drastically when it comes to getting into the record industry. While getting your material out there has become easier, standing out from the crowd enough to. Continue reading
General Music Licensing: Where Are All My Royalties? [INFOGRAPHIC]
What is General Music Licensing and why, though the numbers are shifting, does it generate almost four times more revenue for songwriters than all digital services combined? Why is nobody. Continue reading
Copyright Explained For Creatives [ACM’s Patrick Rackow]
Copyright should be at the top of everyone’s agenda in the music industry as it is what turns our artform into sustainable careers. To celebrate Intellectual Property Day, the Academy. Continue reading
IFPI Music Industry Revenue Report 2017 – Quick Take [Mark Mulligan]
International trade group, the IFPI, released its annual Global Music Report 2017 today. It's overview of developments in the recorded music sector including the rise in streaming and the industry’s. Continue reading
RIAA, BMG Are Copyright Cop Rightscorp’s Biggest Customers
The RIAA may have slowed down on lawsuits against average customers, but its continuing to fight grassroots piracy on another front by working with aggressive copyright takedown service Rightscorp. The. Continue reading