Five Perfectly Acceptable Reasons to Turn Down a Gig
It's tempting, especially as a new band, to say yes to every show you're offered. You want to take advantage of every opportunity you get to make a mark in your. Continue reading
American Idol Winners Sue Sony Music: “Your Equity Stake In Spotify Cheats Artists”
In a claim that, if proven, has far reaching implications, a group of American Idol winners including Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson and the label 19 Recordings are suing Sony, saying that. Continue reading
Janet Jackson Goes D.I.Y. Via BMG In Biggest Artist Services Deal Ever
Moving from major label releases to d.y.i. with the help of ad hoc teams and labels services firms is not new. But increasingly major musicians and even mainstream pop artists take control of. Continue reading
5 Reasons Music Streaming Services Can Benefit Artists
One of the biggest controversies surrounding the music industry is whether music streaming services are good or bad for artists. Here are 5 reasons why music streaming services are good. Continue reading
So, You Want a Label Contract?
Do you ever wonder what things label reps look for in a band/artist to sign? On Music Think Tank, Apryl Peredo posts several things that can make labels say no. Continue reading
MTT Weekly Recap: Google+ is for People, Not Bands
Where The Music Industry Thinks Out Loud Ariel Hyatt: Musician's Arsenal: Killer Apps, Tools & Sites – Onesheet Jason Parker: Google+ is for PEOPLE, Not Bands Brian Franke: Why No. Continue reading
What Are Odds Of Succeeding WITH A Record Deal?
On Music Think Tank, we have been debating the odds of succeeding without a record deal. One response post can be found here. This week, Robin Davey gives a different. Continue reading
Redefining Success In Music
To many, landing a recording contract is success. However, with the changing music landscape and shrinking physical sales, the definition of success has changed. On our sister blog Music Think. Continue reading
