Former Guevara, Virgin Records Exec Phil Quartararo Named Vice Chair Of Online Concert Startup LiveXLive

Industry veteran Phil Q has landed at online concert startup LiveXLive after a difficult stint at struggling music streamer Guevara, where he held a variety of executive positions, including Chairman. Continue reading

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TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot

Some of the most popular and well read posts on Hypebot from the past two weeks included Seymour Stein's embarrassing revelation about a deal with Madonna, Drake's redefinition of what. Continue reading

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Is Facebook The Musicians Friend Or A Massive Infringer?

In this piece from Artist Rights Watch, Chris Castle dives into what he sees as the evils of Facebook's copyright infringement. After making itself what seems to be a necessary. Continue reading

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This Week In Music Commentary

In this week's commentary section, industry members way in on what's been lost in the streaming age, if it might just be time to make music profitable once again, and. Continue reading

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. And Indie Music

We have a plethora of advice for independent and DIY musicians this week, with tips ranging from how promote your show or event offline, to how you can better stay. Continue reading

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10 Tips For How To Work With Tough Promoters

The "tough" promoter can be a facet of many local scenes, and though it can often be challenge to get on their good side, doing so can ultimately be an. Continue reading

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Election Anxiety? Spotify Has A Playlist For You!

Is the election and media shit storm driving youb  You need an inspired playlist to get you through these next two week and Spotify has you covered.

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

In this trip down memory lane from the last seven days of music industry news, we revisit the damage done to after a massive DDOS attack, the spike in Janet. Continue reading

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After Trump Calls Clinton A “Nasty Woman,” Streams Of Janet Jackson’s “Nasty” Spike On Spotify

Immediately following last night’s debate and Donald Trump interrupting Hillary Clinton with his “nasty woman” comment, streams of Janet Jackson's 'Nasty' on Spotify spiked 250%.

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Can You Name All The Musicians And Celebrities In The New Apple Beats Headphones Ad?

Apple used Twitter to debut a new celebrity-filled ad for Beats wireless headphones on Monday.  Set to the Disney Pinocchio song “I’ve Got No Strings” it features a plethora of musicians. Continue reading

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