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A tour gives back what it took
Tours often come to a city, bring noise, and leave behind only memories. But what if the exchange could be
Live Music Scene: Breaking Updates
The Live Music Ecosystem: Where AI Meets Activism The live music industry is constantly evolving, driven by technological innovation and
AI Chart Rules Ask About the Record Not the Song
The music world is currently wrestling with a fascinating new challenge: how do you chart, label, and define ownership when
Celebrity DJs drive venue sales and define legacy
The Unsung Architects: How Resident DJs Define a Venue’s Soul In the high-octane world of nightlife, the focus is often
Inflation reshapes Colorado live music
The vibrant live music and festival scene in Colorado is facing an unexpected squeeze. As inflation continues to bite into
Unmasking the Latin Mafia
The Chaos and Connection: How LATIN MAFIA is Redefining Pop Music If you spent any time exploring the corner of
Streams don’t equal fans: What artists should measure instead
The modern music landscape is a thrilling, chaotic space defined by algorithms and ephemeral content. For independent artists, the pressure
Joshua Smith Manager of the Month for Immortal Music Group
The Timeless Currency of Music: How a Guitarist Mastered the Art of Artist Management In the high-stakes world of music,
Turn Casual Listeners into Fans with Email Marketing for Musicians
Most musicians view email marketing as a mere broadcast channel—a place to announce new singles, schedule tour dates, or list
NAMM Show Reveals 2027 Five-Day Schedule
Get ready to tune in, because the music industry is gearing up for a monumental gathering. The NAMM Show is
Bandcamp: Still the Best Platform for Indie Musicians
In the bustling, often complicated world of independent music, finding a place where artists can truly connect with their audience
Small Venues Apply for $10k Live Music Grants
The dream of hosting incredible live music often clashes with the reality of aging infrastructure. But for independent venues across
Our 6 Most Exciting Live Tours
The landscape of live music touring is constantly evolving, and the blueprint for building a successful run rarely follows a
Moby Fans Fined $40 for Lateness
There is a fine line between efficient crowd management and outright penalization, especially in the high-stakes world of live music.
Fairground App: Live Music is About the Scene
Beyond the Track: How a New UK Platform is Redefining Music Discovery The way we discover music online has long
Playlist Pitching Regrets of a Curator
When I first started out in the music world, pitching my music to Spotify’s editorial playlists felt less like a
How YouTube Counts Views From the First Frame
The Great View Reckoning: How YouTube is Redefining What a “View” Really Means Get ready for a subtle, yet significant,
Let Fans Support Your Art Instead of Selling
The False Premise Killing the Music Industry The way we fund and consume music rests on a deep, unspoken assumption:
Senate Committee Kills CA Ticket Resale Cap
The high-stakes battle for fair ticket pricing in California has hit a significant snag, leaving the fight to curb the
Why the Levitt Foundation Model Isn’t an Outlier
The world of public art and community development often deals with complex equations. But what happens when a simple, free
Witnessing the Music Blog’s Second Coming
In an era where music discovery is dictated by algorithms and artificial intelligence, a deep hunger for the human element
Kickstarter unveils $1M culture fund for musicians and creators
Kickstarter Unleashes $1 Million Culture Fund to Become an Active Patron of Creativity The world of independent creativity just got
Illegal Sellers 2033 Revenue Projections and Music Futures
The Algorithm and the Hustle: Navigating the Wild West of the Music Industry The music business is currently undergoing a
Indie Venue takes on StubHub for ticket fraud
In the high-stakes arena of live music, a battle for authenticity is brewing. A beloved Vermont venue, Stone Church, has
Hypebot’s musician bottom line news
The New Sound of the Industry: How AI, Live Demand, and Changing Consumer Habits Are Rewriting Music’s Future The music