While streaming is often maligned for the reduced amount of revenue it generates for artists, those musicians at the top of the pile are pulling down far more than you might have guessed. Here we look at streaming’s five biggest money makers of 2019 thus far. ___________________________ Guest post by…
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Make A Splash By Tapping Into Local Promo Opportunities
While the wonders of technology have made it possible for every artist, big or small, to seek out and find an international audience, too often this potential leads band and performers to neglect their more accessible local audience. _______________________________ Guest post by Chelsea G. Ira from the TuneCore blog These…
The Four A’s Of Operating In An Article 17 World
In the wake of the passage of Article 17, and the massive impact it will have on how we consume audio and video, Bob Barbiere explores how Dubset will implement the four As (Access, Attribution, Authorization, and Administration) to tackle copyright as we move forward in a post-Article 17 world….
How Streaming Is Altering The Way Music Is Produced and What We Can Do About It
Thanks to the rise of streaming, the metrics with which we measure the success of music are changing, which inevitably means the structure of music will change to compensate. In this piece we look at what kind impact streaming has had on the production of music, and what artists can…
Millennials Prefer Yesterday’s Hits Over Current Ones
While a lot of people complain about contemporary music as adults (preferring the music they grew up with) this theory of the case doesn’t seem to apply to millennials, according to a new study, which reveals the demographic to overwhelmingly recognize music from the 1960s through to 2000, with a…
Utilizing Spotify Ad Metrics
It’s natural for labels artists to wonder about the efficacy of the ads they’re spending money on and, thanks to metrics now available on Spotify’s Ad Studio, they are able to do just that, thereby gaining a better sense of user engagement on the platform. _____________________________ Guest post by Randi…
5 Surefire Techniques For Marketing Your Band’s Next Tour
Going on tour can certainly be an exciting prospect, but becomes even more so if you know people are going to actually turn up at your shows. As with so many things in the music biz, properly publicizing your event and reaching out to fans is key ensuring your time…
How Spotify Pre-Saves Can Boost An Album Release
With the streaming age in full swing, pre-saves have booted out pre-sales and become a great way to get fans access to your music first, and give you a play count boost when your album finally drops. In this piece Christine Elise Occhino walks us through how to utilize the…
Where Was the Board? Reflections On Potential Legal Issues In PledgeMusic “Administration” Bankruptcy
In the wake of PledgeMusic’s recent implosion and almost total silence in response to the issue, attorney and artist advocate Chris Castle takes a moment to share some thoughts on the failed crowdfunding platform’s bankruptcy, and where they’re headed from here. _______________________________ Guest post by Chris Castle of Artists Rights…
Unique Music Merchandise Ideas
Just like any small business, a band needs to turn a profit. Merch can be an excellent way to bring in additional revenue while also being the perfect avenue through which to expand a personal or artistic brand. _______________________ Guest post by Randi Zimmerman of the Symphonic Blog Being in…