Posts by Olivia Smith
Stop asking the industry to let you in
For years, I operated under the assumption that belonging in the music industry required convincing institutions that I deserved it.
5 Steps to Build Your Music Industry Network
Why Your Music Career Needs More Than Great Music The melody might be brilliant, the lyrics sharp, and the performance
Record revenue masks ‘devastating’ dip in local content
The music industry is thriving, but behind the dazzling revenue figures of Australia’s performance rights organizations, a more complex story
Josh Johnson Animative Album of the Week
When music discovery hits the digital landscape, certain releases manage to capture the spotlight. One such post, highlighting a standout
Hannah Frances releases new song Circadian Heart
The soundtrack to your current mood just got an upgrade. Singer-songwriter Hannah Frances has officially dropped her latest offering, a
Lily Allen launches sex toy line
When a musical icon decides to step off the stage and into the world of personal pleasure, it’s more than
BMI legend Barbara Cane retires but stays as CEO advisor
Barbara Cane is stepping away from one of the most iconic institutions in American music, marking the end of a
Artists can opt into Spotify’s AI Remix Tool
The intersection of artificial intelligence and fan culture is about to redefine how music is created, consumed, and monetized. A
Rolling Stones surprise single drop Who You Callin Crazy
The Rolling Stones Surprise: A Feel-Good Blast from the Past The legendary Rolling Stones have once again delighted fans with
The Damned extends the Final Damnation 50 Tour into 2027
The wait is finally over for fans of British punk rock. After a disruption last year, the legendary band The
One Step Closer announces new album Zero hear two tracks
One Step Closer Unveils the Sound of Zero: A Deep Dive into the New Era In the ever-shifting landscape of
Leila Cobo presents Hot Latin Songs Award to Lucas Barbosa 2026
The music world was buzzing with excitement as the stage lights focused on a deserving winner at the recent Latin
Orlando fees derail the future of dance music
Before a major festival headliner, there is an opening slot. Before a sold-out tour, there is a promoter gambling on
Tinashe Show Must Go On Tour Dates and Tickets
Please provide the news report you would like me to rewrite. Once you provide the text, I will craft a
Minneapolis Trio’s Horse Sign: Closed Casket Events and New Music
The music scene is buzzing with new energy, and the Minneapolis-based grunge-emo outfit Prize Horse is right in the thick
beabadoobee covers Snow Patrols Chasing Cars
beabadoobee Channels Snow Patrol’s Classic with Mature Sound on New Album beabadoobee has recently offered her perspective on one of
The Kingdom Hearts Save File That Stirs Us
Most games begin by teaching mechanics. Kingdom Hearts begins with an introspection that has followed me for decades. In the
Sleaford Mods share 9 unreleased songs from Planet X expanded edition
The Nottingham noise duo Sleaford Mods are diving deep into their catalog, offering fans a comprehensive and expanded edition of
Majors lose copyright fight over songwriter rights
The high-stakes legal battle that gripped the court concluded on Monday, October 19, bringing a sharp pause to the ongoing
Wombats Anniversary Tour of ‘Love, Loss & Desperation’
English indie rockers the Wombats are gearing up for a major expansion of their 20th-anniversary celebrations, embarking on a headlining
Tommy Lefroy expands ‘The Precariat’ North American Tour
The wait is over for new music lovers: the debut album The Precariat from the duo Tommy Lefroy, featuring Wynter
Eris Drew & Octo Octa debut the Alchemical Sisters Album
Alchemical Sisters: Eris Drew and Octo Octa Unleash Their Debut Album The sonic journey of Eris Drew and Octo Octa
Al Jourgensen voices concerns about the future of AI
In a conversation that manages to blend the bleakness of industrial music with the sheer absurdity of rural life, Ministry‘s
Shakira’s tour grossed $534M with 700k fans
The global phenomenon of Shakira’s residency has proven to be more than just a musical milestone; it has become a
Bette Midler sings protest classic for Woody Guthrie Prize
When it comes to protest music, sometimes the most powerful voices aren’t found in courtrooms, but in the strumming of