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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
Spotify editors explain playlist picks and get public profiles
In the vast, ever-shifting landscape of digital music, finding the perfect soundtrack often feels like navigating a massive, unlabeled ocean.
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
Gen Z rappers: Powerful but not the biggest stars
The Cultural Shift: How Hip-Hop’s Relevance Is Redefining the Music Industry There is a fundamental shift happening within the landscape
Julie Swidler’s Journey: 18 Years at Sony Music and Clive Davis
The Art of the Hustle: Navigating the Currents of Music with Julie Swidler In the often-turbulent waters of the music
Johnny McDaid wins BMI President’s Award at 2026 BMI Awards
The Maestro of Modern Music: How Johnny McDaid Shapes the Sound of Today In the vast, interconnected world of pop
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
Lucas Keller and Marty Diamond win MUSEXPO 2027 awards
Get ready for a landmark moment in the music industry as the spotlight turns to Burbank, California, for an event
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,
Alibaba launches AI song generator HappyShrimp for Taihe Music co-creation
The Soundtrack of Tomorrow: Alibaba and Taihe Music Blend AI and Art The intersection of artificial intelligence and creativity is
Ellie Goulding sues over Live Nation ownership of TaP company
The Battle for the Beat: Inside the Dispute Over Tap Ownership In the high-stakes world of music business and intellectual
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:
Jamen Capital and Merlin acquire Curve Royalty Systems
The music and media landscape just experienced a significant shift, as a major transaction involving key intellectual property officially reached
Kyncl on Suno deal lawsuit: ‘You embrace it’
The intersection of artificial intelligence, entertainment giants, and the future of music has never sounded more exciting. Recently, this convergence
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
Luke Bryan concert injury lawsuit settled
A major music event took a dramatic turn in 2024 when a concertgoer filed a lawsuit against Live Nation, alleging
Suno BMG deal details: licensing, caps, and watermarks
The modern music licensing landscape is rapidly evolving, moving beyond simple rights acquisition to complex systems of control and distribution.
Jamendo drops Suno copyright lawsuit after six weeks
The world of artificial intelligence in music is entering a fascinating new era, one where the lines between creative generation
BTS snub forces Grammys to rethink Asian Pop category
The world of music is constantly evolving, and the boundaries between genres and cultures are becoming increasingly fluid. At the
Megan Thee Stallion inks deal with Interscope and keeps her masters
The reign of Megan Thee Stallion is built not just on chart-topping hits, but on powerful control. As the music
Reinventing the Libera Awards for independent music
Bill Werde is calling for a significant evolution in how the music industry celebrates and supports independent artists. While acknowledging