Spotify’s “This is:” Playlist Series Is A Hidden Gem

A service known for its carefully curated playlists, Spotify's 'This Is' playlist series, each one focusing on a different legendary artist, often slips under the radar, but the series does. Continue reading

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Emergence Of Blockchain Technology For Music

In this piece, Mo Jalloh of Zimmi breaks down what blockchain tech can be defined as, and how the emergence of blockchain tech will affect artists and music industry in. Continue reading

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John Denver Estate Tries Patreon, Attracts Just 38 Fans

The estate of John Denver has taken the unusual step of launching a Patreon page, where fans can pledge a monthly financial contribution in exchange for access to previously unreleased tracks. Continue reading

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Creamery Studio Celebrates Diverse Artist Base w/ Mixtape

A constantly evolving vibrant music and arts mecca, Brooklyn is home to The Creamery Studio, a lofted space in the Greenpoint Neighborhood. Here Jeff Fettig and Quinn McCarthy chat with. Continue reading

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Spotify Tests Free Pandora-Like ‘Stations’ Playlist App

Spotify is testing a free lean-back listening app on Google's Android platform in Australia that offers unlimited access with skips to its 4500 official curated playlists.

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THU. BRIEF: Spotify Tests Free Playlist App • More Walk Accusers • EU Safe Harbors Battle • More

WEDNESDAY 1.31.18​ Music Business News From Around The Web  Updated continuously under our More News tab

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Under Music Modernization Act Songwriters Lose Unclaimed Royalties, Meaningful Ability To Litigate

As our week long look at the Music Modernization Act continues, some see major problems, despite bipartisan support in Congress and endorsements from virtually every major music and tech trade. Continue reading

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Why Building More Rights Databases Won’t Solve The Music Industry Metadata Problem

In this piece Niclas Molinder takes a long look at the music industry's ongoing metadata problem and how the music industry as a whole needs to wake up and shift. Continue reading

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Highlighting Your Band Or Brand On Instagram

Rolled out in December, the Highlights feature on Instagram provides bands and artists alike an opportunity to emphasize preferred content to fans via their Instagram story. Here we look at. Continue reading

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Avoiding Burnout As A Musician

Here Angela Mastrogiacomo tackles the pervasive issue of burnout for musicians and other working in the music industry, examining where it stems from and how it can be overcome or. Continue reading

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