Apple has officially killed iTunes with its latest Mac software update dubbed Catalina. Apple has moved each iTunes service into separate apps – Apple Music, Apple TV and Podcasts – replacing the once-revolutionary iTunes, which launched in 2003, two years after the debut of Apple’s iPod. Highlights Apple’s new Music…
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Music Business Is Being Re-Defined By Generation Z
While for years millennials were the target demographic of most music business marketing, Generation Z has since risen up as the primary stakeholder in the contemporary marketplace, which is in turn reshaping how artists, labels, and companies market themselves. _____________________________ Guest post by Alyssa Golden of the Berklee College Of…
U.S. House Judiciary Committee Asks Spotify For Apple Complaint Details
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee has asked Spotify for information about its anti-competitive complaint against Apple, according to Reuters. Earlier this year, Spotify filed a formal complaint in the EU alleging that Apple was limiting access to its customers through restrict practices and high app store fees. Reuters reported that…
Spotify Adds Siri Voice Control To iOS App, Launched First Apple TV App
Spotify’s much-anticipated addition of Apple Siri voice control officially launched on Monday morning. Users must first download a new update to the Spotify app as well as have the latest version of iOS 13 installed. The Spotify Siri integration for both Premium and free users is compatible with iPhone, iPad,…
How To Use Bandsintown To Reach Your Fans For Free
As the world’s most popular concert discovery app, Bandsintown delivers info on live shows to more than 100 million music fans each month. Impressive numbers, but the burning question is how do you reach your fans? Fans "track" artists on Bandsintown much as they follow them on social media or…
Get Real Time Stats Via Spotify For Artists App Update
Spotify recently updated its ‘Spotify for Artists’ app, providing artists with an exciting host of new features, including live listener tracking, monitoring of milestones, improved profile management, and more. ___________________________________ Guest post by Randi Zimmerman of the Symphonic Blog Artists can now see how many listeners they have in real…
Pandora Mobile iOS, Android Apps Get A Major Overhaul
Pandora has announced redesigned mobile apps for iOS and Android that add more personalization and discovery for users across all tiers of service. The new features are available to free ad-supported, Pandora Plus, and Pandora Premium users. New features launching today include: For You: a personalized, dynamically-updating discovery feed that…
TikTok Bans LGBTQ Content. Is It Time For A Boycott?
Lil Nas X came out as gay on social media. But TikTok, the app that helped make his "Old Town Road" a summer mega-hit, would now ban the announcement in many countries. Popular short-form video-sharing app TikTok has updated its moderation settings to effectively ban content depicting gay people or…
YouTube Music Replaces Google Play On Android Devices
Google has given YouTube Music a major leg up by adding it to all Android 9 and 10 devices. It replaces Google Play, the company’s previous failed attempt and launching a Spotify competitor. "YouTube Music is your personal guide through the complete world of music—whether it’s a hot new song,…
Spotify Is Finally Gets Full Siri Support In iOS 13
Spotify playback controlled by Apple’s Siri is finally a reality. Users that have upgraded to iOS 13.1 can now request songs, albums and playlist played via Spotify on their iPhone and iPad using Siri. Apple Watch control is expected soon. Spotify is finally getting Siri support with iOS 13. You…