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Pandora Makes The Case For Building A Full Stack Streaming Music Company
Songkick's Ian Hogworth apparently coined the term, but I first heard about “full stack" music companies during a webinar that PledgeMusic and DotBlockchain co-founder Benji Rogers gave for BerkleeOnline. He was referring to the rollup of PledgeMusic, Noisetrade and Set.fm into a multi-faceted artist services company. Now, Pandora's Glenn People's makes the case that their acquisition of ...
After 40 Years, Is The CMJ College Radio Chart Dead?
After 40 years the CMJ Chart—the only chart that measures college radio- may be gone forever. If true, its a blow both to college radio and to the many indie artists and labels that used it to launch their careers. For the last two weeks, CMJ has failed to publish its weekly college radio charts. Adam Klein ...
Four Companies Could Buy Spotify And None Are U.S. Based, Says Mark Mulligan
According to multiple reports, Spotify will delay its IPO until at least 2018. That's an expensive choice, thanks to a $1 billion loan with an escalating interest rate. But there may be another reason that Spotify is taking its time. A buyer could swoop into save the rapidly growing but very unprofitable company; and that buyer ...
Spotify Adds 1,000 Jobs In NYC, Will Move To World Trade Center Thanks To $11M In State Incentives
To think that Spotify has inadvertently (we hope) helped President Trump “make America great again"... The Stockholm-based music streamer announced today that it would be adding 1,000 jobs in the U.S. over the next two years. Of course, there were also those $11 million in New York rent incentives that helped make the deal possible. New ...
Twitter For Events & Concerts: What You Need to Know
The world of social media is tumultuous and ever-changing, and nowhere is this more true than on Twitter. This means that if you're planning on promoting an event on the social media platform, your marketing strategy needs to be able to evolve, and quickly. Guest post by Rachel Grate of Eventbrite Social media moves fast, but nowhere ...
Amazon Music Just Hired A "Global Head of Programming & Content Strategy"
Does a new hire signal that Amazon Music is about to follow in the footsteps of its streaming competitors and produce more exclusive music content? It's certainly a strategy that Amazon has used effectively within its video service. Former EMI and Apple exec Alex Luke has joined Amazon Music team in the newly created “leadership position" og ...
African American Museum Exhibit Explores Musical Roots
As a way of recognizing African American History Month, the Smithsonian is drawing attention to its 'Musical Crossroads' exhibit at its new National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C. Guest Post from SoundExchange In recognition of African American History Month, we are highlighting the “Musical Crossroads” exhibit at the Smithsonian’s National Museum ...
Tips For Creating Great Music Promo Items In The Music Business
While marketing merch may not be most musician's favorite part of the business, it remains a critical aspect. Here we review some tips on how to create promotional items that will market the band independently. Guest post by Emma Miller True fans love to have and collect items with an imprint of their favorite band. It’s ...
This Company Will Press Your Cremated Ashes Into Vinyl [VIDEO]
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Want your love of music to live on past the grave? If donating to a local music program or other charity doesn't do it for you, there's an alternative. Your cremated ashes can be pressed into 1-30 vinyl records containing the audio of your choice, including your rant about how Nickelback really is a great band. ...
How The Music Industry Can Change (For The Better)
2016 was a big year for the music industry, both in terms of lawsuits and lobbying, although whether these were to the industry's benefit is debatable. Here we look at major issues with the music business in desperate need of resolution in the coming year. Guest post by Atty. Erin M. Jacobson on Forbes 2016 saw a lot ...
