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Kickstarter's Low Failure Rate
Although crowdfunding certainly has its critics, a recent study done by the Wharton Business School has revealed that Kickstarter is now more successful than ever, with up to 91% of its campaigns reaching fruition. Crowdfunding isn't for everyone, but it turns out that the chances of getting a campaign funded are higher than ever. Kickstarter commissioned a study by the ...
It's Time To Adopt Interactive Live Broadcasting Before It's Too Late
As live broadcasting apps like Meerkat and Periscope continue to grow in popularity, it becomes imperative for artists to adopt these new platforms as a way of furthering fan interest. Guest Post by Karol Severin on Midia Interactive live broadcasting platforms like Periscope and Meerkat are ideal tools to make superfans out of fans. Live streaming services can provide a live one-to-one ...
SoundExchange Explained: Why Every Musician Should Sign-Up
Although SoundExchange is one of today's most important sources of revenue for artists, many musicians are not signed up with the performing rights organization. This article examines how the service works, and why artists should utilize it. Guest Post by Justin M. Jacobson, Esq., The Jacobson Firm, P.C. In today’s music business, a musician needs to understand and receive ...
Nu Jazz Agency’s Managing Director, Jerald Miller To Keynote Jazz Industry/Music Business Symposium At JEN's 2016 Conference & The Chamber Music Of America National Conference In January 2016
The Nu Jazz Agency has announced that Managing Director Jerald Miller, will lead two Keynote sessions at separate Jazz industry related music conferences in the second week of January 2016. Named by the 118 year old Musical America Worldwide Magazine as the only Jazz Industry professional to their Top 30 Influencers in the Arts category, Jerald ...
10 Important Things To Know About The Recent Copyright Royalty Board Decision
The three federal judges which preside over the Copyright Royalty Board recently announced new rates which will be applied to internet radio and digital webcasting. Here we look at some of the pros and cons of this decision, and what broader implications it may have for artists moving forward. Guest Post by Kevin Erickson on Future of Music Coalition ...
Spotify Admits Their Music Publishing Payment System Is Broken, Commits To Major Overhaul
Spotify has gotten a lot of flack in recent months from music publishers and songwriters over unidentified and misidentified tracks leading to incorrectly paid or unpaid royalties. Today, Spotify pledged to fix the problem, while admitting that it will take some time. Spotify is pledging significant resources to build a “comprehensive publishing administration system” that will get ...
Jazzy happy holidays
Best wishes for a very Merry Christmas 2015 and joyous New Year from the Jazz Notes staff. A toast to you all as we share some vintage musical cheer from among our holiday favorites. Raise your glass. The holiday would not be complete without the delightful animated video of The Platters’ doo-wopping their way through “White ...
BitTorrent Report 2015 Shows 50% Growth For Direct To Fan Distribution Platform
BitTorrent has been recasting itself a mainstream direct to fan distribution platform for several years now, but 2015 was the year that their aspirations came closer to reality. Their annual BitTorrent Report chronicles activity on the platform. A recent survey showed that 41% of artists say they now use some for of direct-to-fan distribution, BitTorent, who sponsored the ...
Should Musicians Opt Out Of Pandora’s Rdio Purchase?
Following its recent purchase of a bankrupt Rdio, Pandora has sent out an email that music industry pundit David Lowery believes is misleading. In it, Lowery says, Pandora appears to be attempt to get rights holders to allow Pandora to use their music in its future projects. Guest post by David Lowery of The Trichordist Remember that Pandora is buying some ...
Songkick Sues Live Nation, Ticketmaster For Abusing Power To Stop Direct To Fan Ticket Sales
2015 was the year that artists and their teams learned the advantages of and profits earned from selling directly to fans. It's a hugely disruptive shift that is threatening to those who profit from their position as an intermediary; and few in the old guard have been as protective of their gatekeeper status as Ticketmaster. Concert ...
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