[UPDATED] Indie direct to fan music platform Bandcamp is showing its support of the trans and gender non-conforming community by donating its share of every transaction made on the platform this Friday August 4th to the Transgender Law Center. ____________________________________________ In response to the Trump administration’s sudden ban on transgender…
Category archives: D.I.Y.
On Building A Music City
In this piece Dr. Shain Shapiro and Danny Keir unveil a new way of thinking about the concept of Music Cities, and what can be created through the combination of urban planning and the cultural offerings of a thriving music industry. _________________________ Guest post by Dr. Shain Shapiro and Danny…
5 False Claims About The Music Industry That Can Harm Your Career
Whether it’s about being to old to be successful or needing to move to the right city, we here look at five music industry myths, the belief in which can be greatly detrimental to you music business career _________________________ In this recent post on MusicThinkTank, Tom Hess blows the lid…
How To Reach Fans On Facebook Live
For most DIY artists, promoting over Facebook has become a huge hassle and can often seem more trouble than it’s worth organic reach now often next to impossible. In this article we look at the potential of Facebook live, and how it can be used to effectively reach fans. __________________________…
More Money Does Not Guarantee SoundCloud’s Survival
Today’s news that two equity firms are close to investing in SoundCloud comes just days after the music streamer laid off 40% of its staff, and multiple leaks revealed a startup quickly running out of cash. _______________________________________________ The downward spiral has begun for SoundCloud. But is it reversible? It is…
Key Elements Of Successful Music VIP Ticketing Programs [Music Biz Weekly Podcast]
This week, Ron Young of the band Little Caesar joins Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on Hypebot’s Music Biz Weekly podcast to discuss music VIP ticket experiences and where they have gone wrong. Learn the key elements that make a successful music VIP ticket program. __________________________________________ Related articles Could Mobile…
How To Contact Music Journalists Via Social Media
While social media has made it easier than ever to directly contact people within the industry, the precise approach which one uses in doing so can still make or break the success of the interaction, particularly when it comes to music journalists. ____________________ Guest post by Allison Johnelle Boron of…
Think It’s Bad For Songwriters Now? Just Wait Until ‘Shiv Bill’ Passes [David Lowery]
The new "Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act" bill introduced by longtime songwriter antagonist Senator Jim Sensenbrenner of Wisconsin sounds promising, but in reality aims to lesson songwriters’ ability to sue, writes David Lowery. ____________________ By musician and artist advocate David Lowery of The Trichordist Sen Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI),…
Hypebot Is Now Also On Flipboard – Follow Us!
You can now also follow Hypebot in Flipboard. Alongside our top stories, you’ll find new music industry gems and related stories that we’ve found across the web. Flipboard is like a free personal magazine – a single place for your interests that is used by millions daily. Join Hypebot on…
SoundCloud Nears Deal To Sell Majority Stake To Private Equity Firms
[UPDATED] A struggling SoundCloud may have found not one, but two lifelines. A pair of private equity firms are reportedly close to each taking a separate stake in the unprofitable music streamer that would collectively mean the acquisition of a majority of the company. _______________________________________ SoundCloud is reportedly close two…