Why Songwriters And Publishers Should Think Twice Before Accepting Spotify, NMPA $30M Settlement
We only know some details of the just-signed NMPA negotiated settlement between Spotify, songwriters and publishers over the unlicensed use of music. But we do know that in a few weeks,. Continue reading
How To Keep Your Musical Instrument Safe While Travelling
While traveling can be enjoyable, and is an important part of touring, keeping you guitar safe from damage, particularly when flying, can be challenge. This article looks at some tips. Continue reading
For Better Or Worse? Instagram Changes Its Feed
Artists on Instagram watch out, the popular photo sharing service has announced that it will be switching to an interest-based feed, similar to the model currently used by Facebook, although. Continue reading
Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. And Indie Music
Want some guidance for interacting with your fans? We can give it to you. Interested in making a music video but have literally no money? No problem. Doing your own PR. Continue reading
TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
In some of our most popular posts this week, Hypebot watched as the Harry Fox Agency frantically attempted to extricate itself from a licensing mess, offered some ideas for how. Continue reading
Soundcloud Confirms Deal With Sony, The Orchard, RED Distribution [FULL TEXT OF OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT]
Earlier today we reported that Soundcloud has reached a deal with Sony Music Entertainment. Now it's official. Alongside deals with WMG, UMG and Merlin, the agreement paves the way for a. Continue reading
Merchbar Hot Merch Chart: March Edition
We've got some newcomers to the Merchbar Hot Merch Chart this month. Since Merchbar added over 100 more artists to the site, these charts are getting even more interesting, and we've got. Continue reading
#SupportMusic – ‘A Song Is Worth More Than A Penny’, Says The Grammy’s Neil Portnoy
Following up his comments at the this year's GRAMMYs, Neil Portnow discusses how streaming – although it offers musicians a new way to reach music consumers and should be embraced by. Continue reading
Music Education: Why It’s Important To The Industry
While the industry mythology surrounding the idea of the self-taught artist can often cause aspiring musicians to eschew more formal tutelage, a musical education is important to creating quality work, communicating. Continue reading
