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Trump gives TikTok 75 days

Trump gives TikTok 75 days, China signals sale approval

An executive order signed Monday by President Trump gives TikTok 75 days to find a new owner by pausing enforcement of the law that bans the app in the U.S.

Bruce Houghton on 01/21/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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TikTok restored service: What to do now!

TikTok has restored service in the US after cutting access for about 12 hours early Sunday. The reversal came after President-elect Trump said he would issue an executive order Monday that would pause the ban.

Bruce Houghton on 01/20/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: 50% of tracks played under 10X • 2025 trends • Album variants • AI music ID • More

Episode 232 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s podcast Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. LISTEN HERE. Episode 232 Listen on your favorite. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 01/20/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Independent and DIY Musician News Last Week

Last week in independent and DIY musician news, readers tuned into topics including how to prepare for the TikTok ban, mastering the Spotify algorithm, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 01/18/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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10 things I did to make $2000 off my Brooklyn House Concert

Learn how indie rapper Kosha Dillz turned his messy Brooklyn home into a sold-out show, making $2,000 in one night. From exclusive VIP experiences to surprise performances, here are 10 steps to create an unforgettable event.

Alana Bonilla on 01/17/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Good, Bad & Ugly for Indie Music in Year-End Report

The there is good, bad, and ugly news for indie music in year-end report from Luminate.

Bruce Houghton on 01/16/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Musicians and TikTok ban: How to prepare now!

Reuters has reported that TikTok is planning to shut down immediately if it is banned. “Musicians and TikTok ban: How to prepare now!” offers strategies to ensure your audience stays connected and content remains visible across multiple platforms.

Alana Bonilla on 01/16/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Diffusing Music: Trajectories of Sonic Democratization

Diffusing Music: Inside Ben Neill’s Vision of Sonic Democratization [Book Excerpt]

Composer/performer and professor Ben Neill is the inventor of the Mutantrumpet, a hybrid electro-acoustic instrument, and recognized as a musical innovator who, as Wired Magazine said, “uses a schizophrenic trumpet to create art music for the people.” His book “Diffusing Music: Trajectories of Sonic Democratization” has just been released.

Bruce Houghton on 01/15/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Society opens applications for Small Venue Grants

The non-profit Live Music Society has opened applications for their third annual Music in Action small venue grants thru February 14th.

Bruce Houghton on 01/15/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How To Master the Spotify Algorithm to Reach More Listeners

Unlock the secrets that boost Spotify streams to reach a larger audience. This quick video guide covers how to master the Spotify algorithm using playlisting, audience targeting, and smart metadata optimization.

Alana Bonilla on 01/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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