Chance The Rapper Pledges $1 Million For Chicago Public Schools

Chance the Rapper announced on Monday that he plans to cut a $1 million check to Chicago Public Schools to support arts programming in the financially challenged school district.

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How To Get Publicity To Promote Your Music

While many artists may consider music publicity to be something that they need to bother with unless they hit the big time, but the reality is something quite different. Here. Continue reading

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The Real Story Behind Japanese ‘Lawsuit’ Guitars

In this edition of 6String Minutes, Elyadeen Anbar explores the true history of the fabled Japanese 'lawsuit' guitars, alleged knock-offs of popular American brands, the quality of which, however, at. Continue reading

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SXSW To Change Contract After 50+ “Outraged” Artists Send Open Letter Of Protest

Amid growing protest to change its official contract, which threatens to notify immigration authorities if an artist plays official or unofficial showcases without proper visas or otherwise break festival rules,. Continue reading

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As Snapchat Stock Continues To Soar Friday (↑12%), Will Music Be Its Killer App?

Snapchat stock [NYSE: SNAP] opened Friday at $26.25, up 54% from its initial $17 IPO price on Thursday. By 10:30 AM ET Friday, the stock was up another 12% to. Continue reading

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THU. BRIEF: Spotify Preps Hi-Rez Music Tier • Snapchat IPO Today • Major Landr Upgrade • More

Thursday 3.2.17 Hi-rez music is a smart way to increase revenue for both streamers and rightholders, but how many will sign up? Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Twitter Tips, Tricks, And Best Practices For 2017

The massive scale of Twitter's user base makes it a valuable platform for reaching large swathes of fans, particularly those outside of what might be described as your typical demographic. Here. Continue reading

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Why DMCA’s Notice & Takedown Already Has 1st Amendment Problems, Plus RIAA/MPAA Want To Make It Worse

The notice-and-takedown portion of the DMCA has ended it's second comment period, and has shown itself to be maneuvering around a high standard set by the Supreme Court regarding expressive. Continue reading

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Trump Administration Seeks To Cut Or Privatize All Arts Funding

In an alleged effort to reduce spending by the government, the Trump administration recently drafted a budget which would lop off funding for the National Endowment for the Arts, National. Continue reading

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This Week In Music Commentary

This week out music commentary comes from a former RIAA exec letting loose, T Bone Burnett railing against Google, and Roger Waters as he considers a protest concert on the. Continue reading

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