Thanks To Beats 1, Apple Music Doesn’t Have To Pay For Exclusives

When Apple Music launched Beats 1, I wrote that former record exec Jimmy Iovine had just created every major label's wet dream – a global radio station where they controlled. Continue reading

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The iPad Pro: A Boon To Musicians

Although Apple's latest jumbo version of the iPad has been met with a lukewarm reception in many circles, the new plus size device offers several exciting possibilities for musicians involving. Continue reading

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DWNLD Adds $12 Million Funding, Launches Free App Maker

Just a year after launch, DWNLD has received $12M from Greylock Partners to scale its app maker business which is already popular with musicians, celebrities and YouTube stars. The company has received a. Continue reading

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iTunes 12.3 Major Upgrade Released

Just three month after the last major iTunes upgraded, version 12.3 was released today. The biggest addition is compatibility with Apple's iOS 9, also released today.  But there are several. Continue reading

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VOTE: Should Playlist Creators Be Paid?

Playlists on Spotify and elsewhere are the new radio – curated content from a trusted source. As their importance has grown, efforts  - both legititmate and not so – to. Continue reading

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Musicians: Tell Your Story With Flipagram

Flipagram, a rapidly growing social network, allows users to create short videos and photo compilations set to music. The service provides a new way for artists to circulate their music. Continue reading

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Tidal Is Selling Prince CDs – Why Doesn’t Every Music Streamer Also Sell Music?

I've always thought that music streamers should also sell downloads and CDs, or at least link to someone who does.  The major labels could force them to and even if buying music. Continue reading

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Scott Borchetta – The Exec Who Pulled Taylor Swift Off Spotify – Says Streaming Music Will Be “Much Better For Everyone”

Spotify, Rhapsody, Deezer, Rdio, Slacker, Pandora, Tidal, Google Play, Apple Music and more. In 10 years, 50% will be gone. With so much competition, consolidation is inevitable; but seldom does. Continue reading

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Monetizing And Marketing Cover Songs On Youtube

In this Music Consultant interview they speak with Scott Herring, a digital music entrepreneur who got in on the game early and, most recently, has been serving as the head. Continue reading

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BMI Reports Record Breaking $1 Billion Revenue

Performing rights organization BMI has reported its highest ever revenue collection of over $1 billion, and with it comes its largest ever distribution of $877 million to songwriters, composers and music publishers.

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Berklee Online Brings Workshops To The DIY Musician Conference

CD Baby's DIY Musician Conference this October has had a special curriculum crafted for it by Berklee Online, and will be covering the value of data, new opportunities for bringing fans and. Continue reading

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