Slicing The Pie: The Opportunities, Challenges Of Multi-Credit Copyright

Although music publishers are turning up the heat on streaming services to add songwriting credits to their track listings, the nature of music collaboration makes this a difficult feat, however. Continue reading

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Spotify’s Growth Comes At A High Cost [Mark Mulligan]

Alongside the news that Spotify now has more than 140 million active users, came word that it is also bleeding cash as a rate twice a fast as it did. Continue reading

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Supreme Court Won’t Hear Prince, Dancing Baby Appeal Despite Government’s Acknowledgement Of Legal Error

In a bizarre continuation of the court case that wouldn't die, the supreme court asked the White House to weigh in on whether the supreme court should hear the appeal. Continue reading

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How Musicians, Labels Can Take Advantage Of Key Digital Trends

In looking at how businesses are being changed by digital platforms, music is no exception. Here we examine how consumer expectations, participations and changing demographics will all impact the music. Continue reading

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Since Tunecore May Be Getting Sold, Is It Time For An Audit? [Chris Castle]

After being bought up by Believe Digital, there are rumors that TuneCore and its owner company could soon be up for sale to a major company.  Chris Castle writes that. Continue reading

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4 Reasons To Focus On Small Music Blogs Instead Of Large

While being featured on major, household name music news outlets is certainly something every musician is desirous of, independent artists are often better off pursuing smaller music blogs when it. Continue reading

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Spotify Adds Group Playlists Using Facebook Messenger

Spotify is getting more social. Overnight the music streamer launched Group Playlists for Messenger, which enables group playlist creation using Facebook's popular messaging app.

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WED. BRIEF: 69¢ iTunes Strategy • Khalid Picked For Apple Music’s “Up Next” • Instagram Stories Passes 250M Users • More

Wednesday 6.21.17 Music Business News From Around The Web  Are 69 cent tracks a smart chart strategy or the further devaluation of music? Updated continuously under our More News tab

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How To Get Verified And Use Analytics On Shazam

Given its popular use as a music discovery platform, getting verified on Shazam can do wonder when it comes to connecting with more fans, as it frequently provides a space. Continue reading

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Royalty Exchange Adds $6.4 Million Funding, 3 Industry Veterans To Advisory Board

Royalty Exchange, a digital marketplace for royalties, has secured $6.4 million in funding, as well as added three new industry veterans to its board of advisors. The company had been. Continue reading

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