Consumer lawsuit launched over Apple’s App Store pricing model
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Apple’s ‘app tax’, hated by Spotify, is under fire in US Supreme Court case
Consumer lawsuit launched over Apple’s App Store pricing model
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How Analytics Make All The Difference In A&R, Marketing
In this piece Chaz Jenkins explains why implementing a broader approach to analytics is key to an effective marketing strategy, and why only looking at past data simply doesn’t provide enough information. ____________________________ Guest post by Chaz Jenkins of ChartMetric On my first day in a new role a few…
WED. BRIEF: Supremes Eye Apple App Store Fees • Cassette Revival • Midem Latin Confab • More
WEDNESDAY 11.28.18
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Spotify, Apple, Amazon Urged To Label Indie Music [Petition]
With almost almost 30% market share overall, independent music is a music industry force to be reckoned with. But that share falls to below 20% on the major streaming services. In a effort to rectify the inequity, digital distributor Record Union is leading a campaign urge Spotify. Apple Music, Amazon…
Supreme Court May Rule Against Apple in Closely Watched Antitrust Case
Should the case go to trial, Apple – and many other online marketplaces – could face a tough time at court. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear an antitrust case against Apple. Robert Pepper, a Chicago resident, first filed a class-action lawsuit in 2…
Apple names The Orchard, Kontor and CD Baby ‘Preferred Plus’ music distributors as part of new program
Preferred Plus distributors have access to advanced analytics and early access to Apple Music product features
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TUE. BRIEF: Spotify Stock Hits Low • Digital Power Players • Kane Brown Sets Apple Music Record • More
TUESDAY 11.13.18
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The Other Playlists: How Behavior Impacts Songs
Since the beginning of the recording industry, the limitations imposed by format have directly influenced music, from wax cylinders to MP3s. Here we look at how the now dominant format – streaming – is reshaping music. ______________________________ Guest post from AWAL “We should get good enough that you don’t have…
Apple Music Seeks Black Radio Listeners In Potential iHeartMedia Deal [Kori Hale]
In a bid to build closer ties with black radio listeners, it appears Apple may be in the market to purchase steak in iHeartMedia a network which, despite its financial woes, carries significant influence and clout in the music business. _____________________________ Guest post by Kori Hale, CEO and Founder of…