85% of TikTok and 84% of YouTube videos include music

A new analysis shows just how high the stacks are in the battle between TikTok and UMG and reinforces how important music is to TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram…

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YouTube Promotion Test Results: Be careful displaying to all countries

Michale Brandvold and Jay Gilbert look at YouTube Promotion and review new test results on a new Music Biz Weekly podcast. These tests didn’t restrict countries or languages and showed. Continue reading

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Jon Poppii and the Secret to Minimalist Music Video Success

What’s the secret to success for a bare-bones acoustic performance video? That’s the subject of this installment of ‘Why It Worked’ from Chris Robley of ReverbNation, where you’ll learn why when. Continue reading

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10 Videos every Musician should create, and most are simple to produce

Video is one of the most effective ways to promote music. That’s why music marketers focus on TikTok, Reels, Shorts, and YouTube. by Chris Robley from the Reverbnation Blog A. Continue reading

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MLC to audit Spotify, others on behalf of Songwriters & Publishers [Full List]

The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) has put Spotify, Apple, Amazon, and a long list of music streamers on notice that they will be audited for music used between January 1, 2021, and December. Continue reading

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A musician’s guide to YouTube Royalties

To make real money from YouTube, a musician must know how the system works. This guide will walk you through how different ways to monetize your own content and what. Continue reading

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Experts share their 2024 Music Industry Predictions

We’ve been sharing 2024 Music Industry Predictions from our favorite thinkers and doers. Get ready for the year ahead with this roundup.

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Bridgeport Music is the first to audit MLC royalty payments [Chris Castle]

The US Copyright audit has published the first audit notice of the MLC since the licensing board’s inception. It’s from Bridgeport Music, and Chris Castle has the details. by CHRIS. Continue reading

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US raises Physical and Download Royalties 3.3%, Streams get 0%

The US Copyright Royalty Board has announced that the minimum mechanical royalty rate paid on CD, vinyl, cassette, and download sales will rise on January 1, 2024, to $.1240 for. Continue reading

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Exploring AI in Your Music Videos: Resistance is Futile [Misha Penton]

[EXCLUSIVE] Independent singer, composer, writer, and filmmaker Misha Penton shares the potential and magic of embracing AI when making a music video and shares her own stunning results. by Misha. Continue reading

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