Are You Co-Writing Songs? A “Split Sheet” Just Isn’t Enough
When a band enters the recording studio they typically sign a "split sheet," a document which specifies each person's contributions and ownership percentage on a given track. This often isn't a sufficiently detailed. Continue reading
Sony/ATV Says New Pandora Deal Will Significantly Increase Royalties [FULL TEXT OF LETTER TO SONGWRITERS]
In a letter to Sony/ATV clients, the music publishing giant said that a landmark direct deal signed with internet radio giant Pandora will lead to ""a significant increase in royalties" for. Continue reading
What Are Your Favorite Music Industry Hashtags? We Share Ours
Way back in 2011, we recently asked Hypebot readers to share their favorite and most productive hashtags for music industry news. Their recommendations then ranged from the popular to the now. Continue reading
Sony/ATV Music Publishing Cuts “Unprecedented” Direct Deal With Pandora [NYSE: P]
Pandora (NYSE:P) and music publishing giant Sony/ATV Music today announced a multi-year catalog licensing agreement. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the direct publishing deal creates business benefits. Continue reading
Pandora Stock Falls 36% Friday As Investors Lose Faith
UPDATED: Pandora's stock [NYSE: P] fell 36% on Friday closing down $6.94 at $13.35 , as investors reacted to new losses, increasing costs, slow listener growth and growing competition at. Continue reading
4 Services Musicians Should Register With To Make More Money
While most big-name artists will have people to set them up with these services, DIY artists who don't take the time to register their music with organizations like SoundExchange and the Harry Fox. Continue reading
Spotify Fails To License And Pay On Dozens Of Cracker, Camper Van Beethoven Songs
The music business world is reeling after the news that Spotify neglected to license and pay royalties on a large portion of Victory Records' song catalogue. While certainly alarming, it. Continue reading