Live Music poised to avoid spending slowdown

Merch and Live Music poised to avoid spending slowdown

Even before Trump’s tariffs sent global markets into a tailspin, recent reports pointed to a slowdown at music streamers, record labels and many corners of the music industry. But a new survey shows music merch and live music poised to avoid the spending slowdown that now appears almost inevitable.

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Best times to post on Social Media 2025

This guide will help maximize your engagement and visibility across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more. Learn the best times to post on social media in 2025.

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Social came for music streaming’s lunch – now is the time for streaming to bite back

Social media is at a tipping point, writes MiDiA’s Tatiana Cirisano, and it’s time for music to recapture some of the time fans spend there. Explore how integrating social into music streaming could reclaim user engagement and reshape music consumption.

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Rivet email music marketing platform is perfect for teams

Rivet’s new email music marketing platform helps artist teams create eye-catching campaigns that drive real revenue. With smart templates and easy-to-use features, it’s never been simpler to connect with fans and boost sales, writes Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic.

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How to get a song 1000 streams the right way

Learn how o get a song 1000 streams quickly and start to build a real fanbase. This action plan breaks down exactly how to invest your time and budget for maximum impact with daily engagement, playlist pitching, and targeted ads.

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The Real Cost of Cheap Music

Streaming makes music feel almost free. But the hidden cost of cheap music falls on artists struggling to survive.

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Trump, Kid Rock launch all government BOTS Act Enforcement

Chris Castle looks at how President Trump is taking on ticket scalpers with a new executive order that calls for all government BOTS Act enforcement. Could this finally stop bots from snatching up concert tickets and driving up prices?

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The music industry’s weakest link: Getting artists from A to B

The music industry is so focused on getting artists from point B to C that they are skipping the step of getting artists from A to B. Without an effort to build a solid foundation, the next generation of musicians may never make it past this critical starting point, writes Tatiana Cirisano of MIDiA.

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How hard is it to earn a living as a musician?

How hard is it to earn a living as a musician? Discover the truth behind the challenges and the key strategies that can turn passion into a profitable and sustainable career.

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How Hit Songs have changed [Bobby Owsinski]

Bobby Owsinski explores how hit songs have changed in the past five years, with surprising changes in songwriting, production, and track longevity.

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