For all the talk of money in the music industry, it’s interesting to take a step back and look at who’s actually been pulling it off and raking in the real industry cash. Here we look the music business’s top ten earners and where that money came from. ___________________________ Guest…
Category archives: Live & Touring
David Zedeck Exits Live Nation To Head UTA Music
Veteran talent exec David Zedeck, Executive Vice President and President of Global Talent and Artist Development for Live Nation is leaving the company for a senior post at United Talent Agency. Zedeck was recruited by UTA’s Jeremy Zimmer to oversee the agency’s music department. He has held his post at…
AP Music Awards 2017 – Full List Of Winners
Alternative Press magazine staged their annual AP Music Awards show on July 17th, with Panic! at the Disco taking top honors after winning artist of the year. Held at KeyBank State Theater after a last-minute venue change, the awards show was hosted by Black Veil Brides frontman Andy Biersack. _____________________________________________________…
Why Saying Yes To Every Gig Is A Bad Tactic
As an up-and-coming artist, exposure is hugely important, and while not every gig that comes along is ideal, it’s important to put yourself out there. This can be taken too far however, and sometimes agreeing to every single show that comes your way can do more harm than good. ________________________…
Music Podcaster Charged In Fatal T.I. Concert Shooting
A hip-hop podcaster is facing a homicide charge in connection with a fatal shooting during a performance by rapper T.I. at the Beacon Theater in New York last year. According to NBC News, Daryl Campbell, who also goes by the name Taxstone, pleaded not guilty Thursday in New York State…
Warner Music Group Acquires Songkick Concert Discovery App
Warner Music Group has acquired "selected assets" from Songkick, the popular live music discovery platform. The surprise deal, which appears motivated by the startups protracted legal battle with Ticketmaster, includes Songkick’s concert discovery app and web site, but not its ticketing business. _____________________________________________ Warner Music Group has acquired selected assets…
6 Tips For Interacting With Fans
Interacting with fans is an important part of growing your reputation as an artist, and making sure you come off in a positive light during these interactions is essential to developing a positive reputation within a fan community. Here we look at six tips for ensuring your one on one…
15 Ways To Make Your Band Stand Out By Going The Extra Mile
Breaking into the music industry is no easy task, but taking steps to go the extra mile at small private and club gigs can be a great way to make your group stand out as performers and grab an audience’s attention in a way that will stick with them. Here…
Irving Azoff, Tim Leiweke’s Oak View Group Acquires Touring Industry Trade Pollstar
In a long rumored deal, Irving Azoff and Tim Leiweke’s Oak View Group has purchased live music trade Pollstar. The acquisition left some questioning the editorial independence of an outlet now owned by two these active and outspoken industry professionals. ___________________________________________ Oak View Group has acquired Pollstar, the top trade…
Crowdsource Campaign Launched To Restore Woodstock Festival Site
On August 1969, half-a-million people gathered for a three-day festival of peace, love, and music. Now, the Bethel, NY arts center that controls the site of the historic Woodstock Festival has launched a crowdfunding campaign to preserve the festival grounds. _____________________________________ The Bethel Woods Center for the Arts has launched…