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Musespring Launches Online Music Industry Education Center
MuseSpring is a newly launched online course system for the music industry designed as a continuing ed-style subscription service. The concept definitely has some potential but MuseSpring also has a few challenges ahead based on this early version. Founder JD Carr shared his thoughts this week on MuseSpring and where they want to go with their ...
$39 Million Invested in Music Tech in August
It may the dog days of summer, but that didn't stop investors from taking time from their vacations to invest $39 million in music tech startups in August. Band Page by RootMusic and turntable.fm lead the pack, but the money flow didn't stop there. Here are the highlights of the $39 Million Invested In Music Tech ...
Ad Watch: Willie Nelson Covers Coldplay's "Scientist" for Chipotle Ad [video]
Willie Nelson and Chiplote have joined forces for a wonderful animated ad designed to make us think more about what we're putting in our mouth comes from. Nelson has been fighting for family farms and against factory farming for many years, but who knew that Chipolte has been doing their part as well. The fast food ...
One of Music's Last Holdouts Putumayo Goes Digital
One of the last holdouts, Putumayo has finally made its music available via digital download. “I've built a business focused on creating compelling physical packages that combine music, culture and travel, that make great gifts and that sound very good," label founder Dan Storper told the New York Times. Putumayo's colorfully decorated, compilations, like “Acoustic Brazil" ...
All Musicians Invited to be a Part of Daniel Pearl World Music Days
Daniel Pearl World Music Days, clustered around the birthday of murdered journalist Daniel Pearl, continues to grow with the involvement of celebrities such as Elton John and Herbie Hancock and a constantly expanding network of annual events around the world. And, as in previous years. any musician or live music event can get involved. Daniel Pearl ...
eMusic Partners with EchoNest for Online Streams
eMusic has partnered to use the The Echo Nest's music data platform to enhance its music discovery options. Their first project together, eMusic Radio, launched in beta today. Teaming man and machine, it includes several dozen curated programs based on emerging artists, local music scenes, and genres. Programs are curated by eMusic's editorial and writing staff ...
A Tale of 2 Ians: Ian Rogers Interviews Ian Hogworth of Songkick [video]
(Updated) In a new episode of This Week In Music, Songkick Co-founder and CEO Ian Hogarth joins Ian Rogers in the studio. The two talk about how Hogarth started Songkick as part of the Y Combinator startup program and his view of music startups today. Hogworth shares an amazing Songkick stat: users go to 70% more ...
Top 3 Ways to Know That You're Getting Ripped off by a Club or Booker
This article from the CD Baby blog has been getting a lot of attention. As the founder of a booking agency, I sadly know just how true this tale sometimes is. Read the Top 3 Ways To Know That You're Getting Ripped Off By A Club Or Booker and share your own experiences. Running a music ...
8 Low Budget DIY Music Promotion Tips from Kosha Dillz
Rapper Kosha Dillz shares some wisdom on self-promotion when you on a limited budget. It's a nice mix of specific suggestions and general principles for any DIY promoter. Kosha Dillz' post at Audible Hype offers some great tips: 1. Social Media Campaign “If you can learn how to develop your own identity on...[Twitter and Facebook], its ...
2011 SXSW Economic Impact Report Shows Power of Music Festivals
A recent report on the economic impact of the SXSW Conferences & Festivals on the city of Austin is a reminder that such gatherings are not just good for promoting a locale but also provide direct economic benefits. Yet many festivals are getting defunded or canceled due to financial concerns. Are such cuts short sighted or ...
