Finding A Music Publicist You Can Trust

When deciding on a music publicist to promote your music, you will doubtless think of the many horror stories circulating in the industry of artists who were ripped off or. Continue reading

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NOI Copyright Loophole Costs Songwriters, Protects Tech [Chris Castle]

There has been much talk surrounding the "mass NOI" issue stemming from the loophole, allowed by the copyright office, which allows tech companies to profit from works without obtaining a. Continue reading

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Beatport Adds Creative Services

EDM and DJ music platform Beatport has launched Beatport Creative Services, which it touts as “one of several significant developments planned for the company” in 2018.  BCS is designed to. Continue reading

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FRI. BRIEF: Recorded Music Revenue Report • Piracy On Rise • Publishers Promise Windfall Share • More

FRIDAY 3.23.18 Music Business News From Around The Web  Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Music Industry Revenue Up 16.5% In 2017, says RIAA

The U.S. recorded music business grew for the second consecutive year in 2017, driven largely by a 56% increase to 35 million paid music subscriptions, according to the RIAA's 2017. Continue reading

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7 Proven Steps To More Music Video Views In 2018

In this how-to article we explore a unique approach to one of the hardest and most stressful components of promoting yourself in the music industry, pulling in views on your. Continue reading

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Playlist Sharing Startup Cymbal Joins Deadpool

Music tech startup Cymbal is shutting down. Cymbal, which offered an app that enabled users to create playlists and share them, emailed users that it would be stopping service on June. Continue reading

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How To Recover From SXSW (Or Any Festival, Conference)

"This still needs to be read because there is a pain in my neck that didn't exist," write indie rapper Kosha Dillz as he returns from his 10th SXSW.  "I. Continue reading

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Taxes 101: Five Tips and One Misconception That All Musicians Should Know

For musicians and DJs, the tax code is filled with both landmines and opportunities. Nick Murray of the Spotify For Artists blog interviews tax expert Anil Melwani to learn the latest tax. Continue reading

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‘First On SoundCloud’ Launches To Support New Artists

SoundCloud has debuted new creator-focused advertising, which features the stories of musicians who got their start on SoundCloud.  The “First On SoundCloud” initiative will feature emerging talent on the platform. Continue reading

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