Thinking Locally Is The First Step To Success

While the internet can theoretically allow you to access a potentially limitless fanbase, starting out there can make it difficult to cut through the clutter of millions of other vying. Continue reading

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Twitter Is Trending Again: Users Up, $655M Revenue

The death of Twitter appears to have been reported prematurely. A Q1 report to Wall Street beat expectations Tuesday morning with 21% year over year growth in revenue to $655. Continue reading

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WED. BRIEF: IFPI Global Music Sales Report • Troy Carter Defends Free Spotify • Gibson Sued For $50M • More

WEDNESDAY 4.25.18 Music Business News From Around The Web  Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Spotify Expands Free Music, Adds Assisted Playlists

Spotify is expanding its free ad-supported tier with unlimited access and song play to tracks on 15 personalized playlists.  More free music, which is a direct threat to broadcast radio,. Continue reading

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Bloodshot Records: 25 Years Of Independent Music [INTERVIEW]

In this interview the people at SoundExchange sat down to chat with Rob Miller, co-founder of indie label Bloodshot Records about the labels upcoming twenty-fifth anniversary, the state of the. Continue reading

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Patience: The Most Understated Virtue In The Music Industry

While patience is commonly known to be a virtue, it may just be a necessity for cultivating a successful career in the music business. In this piece Patrick McGuire looks. Continue reading

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How People Are Listening To New Music In 2018 [Infographic]

As music PR companies and labels strive to get their artist’s music placed in popular places, it is becoming more and more clear that the industry has changed, with NME stopping their. Continue reading

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3 Things Every Musician Needs To Remember Regardless Of Their Current Success

In this helpful set of tips, Chris Robley outlines the three things every musician needs to keep in mind as they work to achieve success in the music industry, and. Continue reading

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Rapchat Raises $1.6M For Rap Creation, Sharing App

Rapchat, an app to create and share raps, has raised $1.6 million in funding. The Columbus, OH based startup is consistently among the top 50 music app on iOS and Android. Continue reading

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8 Reasons Artist To Fan Social Apps Can Be Effective

While major social networks are typically seen as the best option for funneling fans to you online, smaller more targeting platforms can in many ways yield greater success when it. Continue reading

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