Why Would A Big Arms Dealer Want A Piece Of Pandora?
Given that arms dealers and music tend not to mingle much as industries go, it is perhaps surprising that Lockheed-Martin owns two million dollars worth of shares of the popular. Continue reading
Hip Hop Hall Of Fame To Add Hotel, Music Venue
With funding an issue, a Hip Hop Hall of Fame and Museum has seemed more an aspiration than a reality. But that hasn't stop the the founders from unveiling an. Continue reading
Pharrell’s Star Pupil Debuts, Vulfpeck Flex Funk Muscles
In this round of the Pandora Predictions Chart, Emily Blake looks at the new pop direction being taken by Pharell's star pupil Maggie Rogers, as well as the the new funk. Continue reading
Conspiracy Theories Run Rampant Following Copyright Office Executive Changes
In the wake of Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden's "relocation" of Maria Pallante from her former job as Register of Copyrights has sparked a variety of theories, about both the. Continue reading
The Essential Album Release Checklist
As an independent musician, releasing one's own music requires a massive amount of work, and it can be easy to forget something or misstep along the way. One thing which can help. Continue reading
THU. BRIEFING: Facebook Fights Piracy • YouTube Red Stats • Spotify Relaunches Artists Site • More
THURSDAY 11.3.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Facebook is finally getting a more serious about music piracy, but still needs to start paying creators. Updated continuously under our More. Continue reading
Librarian Of Congress Fails To Alert Oversight Committees Of Massive Abuse Of Copyright Loophole By Google, Amazon [Op-Ed]
Owing to a convenient loophole, Google and Amazon are enjoying selling off the world's music without the inconvenience of having to pay royalties to songwriters. This recent exploitation comes partly,. Continue reading
Spotify Acquires Preact To Help Boost Paid Subscriptions
As Spotify's label renegotiaions have dragged on, we've heard repeatedly that boosting paid subscriptions is a top priority for rightsholders. Today's acquisition of Preact could help the music streamer accomplish. Continue reading
Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. And Indie Music
We have a plethora of advice for independent and DIY musicians this week, with tips ranging from how promote your show or event offline, to how you can better stay. Continue reading
