Finding & Maintaining Your Creative Hustle: Lessons From Gregg Allman
In a hard look at creative motivation, David Deal looks at the creation and inspiration through the lens of famous artist Gregg Allman, a master of the 'creative hustle' and. Continue reading
MIDEM DAY 2: Music Streaming 2.0 • Andy Ng Of China’s Tencent • The EC’s Martine Reicherts • More
Day 2 of Midem 2017 has just wrapped with Andy Ng of Chinese powerhouse Tencent, the European Commission's Martine Reicherts and streaming 2.0 all high on the day's agenda recapped in. Continue reading
Murky Licensing Evident As Spotify Settles After Failure To Obtain Mechanical Licenses
The recent conclusion of Melisa Ferrick and David Lowery's class action lawsuit against Spotify served to highlight the swampy mess that is the world of music licensing today, as well. Continue reading
Cities And Their Unique Musical Culture
In this piece Allen Bargfrede explores the relationship between cities and their music and how that relationship works to shape a city's culture and ethos, whether by accident or through. Continue reading
WED. BRIEF: St. John Exits Apple Music For Uber • BuzzAngle + Shazam Data • Apple’s iOS 11 Adds FLAC • More
Wednesday 6.7.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Executive shuffles are often about money. But Apple losing Boz to Uber is also likely a reminder that Cupertino's nerd-boys club. Continue reading
Stephen Bryan Joins YouTube as Head of Label Relations [OFFICIAL]
We've been hearing the rumors for days, and have now confirmed that Stephen Bryan has joined YouTube as Head Of Label Relations. He will report directly to YouTube Global Head. Continue reading
Using Instagram Pods To Get More Fans
As an artist, it can be hard to get keep your posts from drowning in the crowded clamor of modern social media, something which can be highly frustrating for musicians. Continue reading
What 2018’s Breakthrough Artists Need To Do Now To Succeed
In this article, Jonathan Larr draws on the knowledge and experience of those in the thick of fast-growing areas of the music industry, and maps out what characteristics and qualities. Continue reading