Results for "Music Industry"

Why Discovering Your Genre Is Similar To Establishing A Business Niche

September 10, 2019

In this piece, Kayleigh Alexandra explains how the struggle of the modern aspiring musician is, in many ways, similar to the the challenge of the a fledgling business, and how the tactics for carving out a business niche can be employed to help grow your career as an artist. Guest post by Kayleigh Alexandra of MicroSartups.org ...

How To Copyright Your Original Music and Why You Need To

September 7, 2019

As a creator of original music, it is essential that you take the necessary steps to properly protect your work, particularly given what a litigious environment the music industry tends to be. Here we look at the proper channels to follow in order to ensure your compositions are secure. Guest post by Christine Elise Occhino of ...

4 Big Takeaways From RIAA Mid-Year 2019 Report

September 8, 2019

The RIAA has released its annual mid-year report and its shows a U.S. recorded music market in strong growth mode. Total revenue grew 18% to $5.4 billion in the first half of 2019. 4 Big Takeaways Streaming now accounts for 80% of recorded music industry revenues The number of paid music subscriptions are growing at the ...

Why Are Vinyl Records So Expensive?

September 6, 2019

SEO For Musicians: 6 Best Ways To Promote Your Music

September 5, 2019

While you may be able to find some success getting decent airplay for your music, your online presence is still likely to suffer without a proper visibility boost. Here we look at how DIY artists can employ Search Engine Optimization to increase their content's chances of being discovered via organic searches. Guest post by Maryn Mcdonnell  ...

A2IM, RIAA, MAC Join To Fight AB5 Bill That Would Kill Indie Music In California

September 5, 2019

A new California law set to go into effect on September 13th would have dire consequences for the independent and .d.i.y music community unless lawmakers add an exemption. Executives at the A2IM, RIAA and Music Artists Coalition have banded together to pen an open letter that demands action. California has always been a haven for artists ...

Fans Want To Know Your Narrative: Crafting A Story For Your Music Career

September 5, 2019

When it comes to marketing your music, it can be easy to get lost in the excitement of album launches, interacting with fans, and posting on social media. All these elements are certainly important in cultivating a successful career, but it's important to also spend time developing a compelling bio and cultivating a solid, relatable image. ...

Japanese Music Sales Dragging, But It Could Be Good News

September 5, 2019

While the US is well established as the largest music market in the world, number two, Japan, is perhaps less well known. Recently, the island nation's music sales have seen a bit of slowdown, however. Still, this may not be a bad thing for the music industry overall. Guest post by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 ...

Chico Hamilton: At Strollers

September 3, 2019

In August 1955, promoter Maynard Sloate booked a quirky quintet into Strollers, a jazz club at 27 Locust Avenue in Long Beach, Calif. The quintet led by drummer Chico Hamilton featured Buddy Collette (as,ts,cl,fl), Fred Katz (cello), Jim Hall (g), Carson Smith (b) and Hamilton (d). There was no cover or minimum. Branded a chamber jazz ...

Production Music Startup Soundstripe Raises Another $2M

August 30, 2019

Subscription-based production music startup Soundstripe has raised an additional $2 million in financing from Craft Ventures, just months after raising a $4 million Series A round. Craft is led by David Sacks, founding COO of PayPal and co-founder/former CEO of Yammer, and Bill Lee, a prominent founder and investor in San Francisco based on the credo ...