Payola vs. Playola: The Seamy Side Of The Music Business [VIDEO]

Is the music business more corrupt now than it was thirty-five years ago? This article looks at the seamier side of the music business, although it has changed overtime, has remained a constant part of the industry. _________________________ Guest Post by Bobby Owsinski on Music 3.0 I just returned from…

WED. BRIEFING: Streamer Guvera Preps IPO • Instagram Adds Pages • SiriusXM Cuts Latin • More

Wednesday 6.1.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Pre-IPO Guvera filings show yet another streamer struggling to make a flawed business model work. Updated continuously under our More News

YouTube Personality Sues Critics…

In the latest of what seems to be a never ending stream of ridiculous lawsuits, YouTube star Matt Hosseinzadeh has filed a lawsuit against H3H3 Productions after the channel released a reaction video criticizing some his recent material. _______________________________ Guest Post by Tim Cushing on Techdirt Copyright: for when you…

Texas Has a Music Office And It’s Director Tells Us What That Means For Musicians And Business

In this recent interview, Brendon Anthony, the Director of the Texas Music Office chats about his experience as a musician in Texas, how it was that he came to hold his current job title, and why the Lone Star State is a fantastic place for entrepreneurial creatives in 2016. ____________________________…

TUE. BRIEFING: YouTube vs. Tube Ninja • Katy Perry Twitter Hacked • Pirate Bay Turns 10 • Pandora Stock Jumps • More

TUESDAY 5.31.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Illegal downloads from streaming sites is a big problem and YouTube is taking overdue action to stop it. Updated continuously under our More News

Rapper Troy Ave Charged In T.I. Concert Green Room Shooting

New York City police on Thursday arrested Brooklyn rapper Troy Ave, whose real name is Roland Collins, in connection with a green room shooting during a T.I. concert at Irving Plaza that left one dead and three injured. Police charged Collins with attempted murder and criminal possession of a weapon….

MON. BRIEFING: Pandora Stock Up 32% On Sale Rumors • Musical.ly Launches Live.ly • Jawbone Exiting Speakers • More

Monday 5.30.16 Music Business News From Around The Web It’s Memorial day in the US, but the music industry and music tech are still making news globally. Updated continuously under our More News Related articles New On Our Jobs Board: Marketing Manager @ Stones Throw Records Does The Reddit Revolt…

This Week In Music Commentary

This week in music commentary, we heard a response to David Pakman’s lament for music industry startups, a rant from Steve Miller on why he has issues with the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, and some complaints from Iggy Pop regarding the music industry generally and EDM specifically. YouTube…

TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot

When it comes to being popular, these articles know what’s up, including Iggy Pop’s blasting of the music industry, four instances when "saving money" is actually a greater expense in the long run, how you can use Shazam to market your music, and more. Most Music Tech Startups Don’t Know…

Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y And Indie Music

Ideas? Advice? We’ve got you covered, with tips on increasing your chances of getting music press, being a happier musician, making the most out of Facebook Live and much, much more. 5 Tips For Increasing Your Chances Of Getting Music Press 7 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your…