AWAL has signed an exclusive worldwide deal with independent label SideOne Dummy Records. The deal will see AWAL’s marketing, A&R, promotion, distribution, and licensing expertise applied to SideOne Dummy’s current roster and catalog. The deal is …
Category archives: Indie Artists
Motown Records Unveils Two Mentorship Programs in Detroit
Motown Records has issued a call to all artists, groups, and music tech startups in Detroit. The company has confirmed the launch of two new mentorship programs. The first, dubbed the Motown Musician Accelerator, will provide individualized coaching, n…
The Canadian Independent Music Association Receives $20 Million in Budget Increase from Federal Government
The budget increase will allow the Canada Music Fund to offer more opportunities for domestic artists and entrepreneurs. The Canadian federal government has confirmed major budget increases for several artist-centered organizations. Canada Arts Present…
Jamendo Welcomes Jocelyn Seilles as Its New General Manager
With extensive experience in the digital music business as former CFO of Radionomy, Jocelyn Seilles returns to the AudioValley Group to take over as General Manager of Jamendo. The following article comes from Jamendo, a proud partner of DMN. This is n…
YouTube Launches New Mini-Series for Emerging Artists — Starting with Billie Eilish
What does Billie Eilish’s deal with YouTube mean for up-and-coming artists? YouTube Music has launched a new mini-series. The new series will promote emerging artists. Featured artists will express themselves creatively, engage with their fans, and pr…
Jamendo Adopts the Independent Management Entity (IME) Status
Jamendo adopts the Independent Management Entity (IME) status in Luxembourg with the ambition to operate across the European Union. The following article comes from Jamendo, a proud partner of DMN. Since its creation in 2005, Jamendo has been striving …
Patreon Has over 3 Million Patrons and Expects to Pay $500 Million in 2019
Patreon may have announced a new milestone, but competition continues to heat up. According to a report published early last year, content creators, including musicians, songwriters, and bands, should think twice before quitting their day job if they’r…
Worldwide Independent Network CEO Alison Wenham Is Stepping Down
Longtime indie label champion Alison Wenham is stepping down as CEO of the Worldwide Independent Music Industry Network (WIN). The departure marks the end of a 12-year reign at WIN, and a lot of positive improvements for the indie music space. The exi…
Indie Labels Now Account for 39.9% of the Global Recorded Music Market
77% of all indie artists also choose to renew their contracts at indie labels. According to a new report from the Worldwide Independent Network (WIN), indie label growth has surpassed that of major labels. Indie record labels accounted for 39.9% of the…
Pirate Studios Raises $20 Million to Expand Its Rehearsal Space Concept
Pirate Studios is bringing tech to rehearsal studio rentals, particularly for indies. Pirate Studios has unveiled a new fundraising milestone. Led by Talis Capital, the London-based music tech startup has secured $20 million. Talis has previously back…