The U.S. Copyright Office has requested comments on regulating the right to receive full credit for artistic works, often called "moral rights." The U.S. does not guarantee this level of recognition, even though "these rights have a long history in international copyright law," according to the Copyright Office. ___________________________________ The…
Category archives: Major Labels
Major Labels Are Now Earning $9000 A Minute From Streaming
While many remain dubious regarding revenue from streaming, a recent study from Music Business Worldwide shows that major labels are actually pulling in roughly $9000 a minute from streaming services, a number that looks to be on the rise. _____________________________ Guest post by Bobby Owsinski on Music 3.0 For those…
Manager, Label, Promoter React To Ariana Grande Concert Bombing
As the investigation continues into a bomb attack which took 22 lives and wounded 59 others as concert goers were leaving an Ariana Grande concert in the northern UK city of Manchester, the singer’s manager, label, concert promoter have begun to share their thoughts and concerns. ___________________________________ Manager, Label, Promoter…
Music Business Perspective On Vivendi’s Havas Media Investment
Here Zach Fuller looks at what is driving French mass-media conglomerate Vivendi’s steps to purchase a large portion of Havas Media Group, as the future of the music industry brightens and the investment prospects of music-oriented media improve. ________________________ Guest post by Zach Fuller of Midia After a quiet period…
Billboard Music Awards 2017 – A Complete List Of Winners
Drake dominated the podium at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night, winning 13 awards. Adele held the previous Billboard trophy record with 12. It was a strong night for Beyonce and 21 Pilots, as well. Here is a complete list of Billboard Music Awards 2017 Winners and Nominees….
Music Biz 2017: Mood Swings, Merch, Hi Res Streaming & More
The mood at Music Biz 2017 in Nashville this week was almost ebullient. After a multi-year downturn, things are finally looking up, really up. And the diverse attendees – ranging from labels large and small to artists and managers to streamers and tech, all sense that a new and perhaps…
Could Part Of Universal Music Be Up For Sale?
In a first-time valuation, Universal’s parent company Vivendi recently dropped word that it’s subsidiary had a price tag of $22 billion suggesting Vivendi either wants to sell part of it, or move the company public in an attempted cash grab. ______________________________ Guest post by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 Universal…
Universal Music Ties With Tencent In Major Expansion Into China
Universal Music Group and Tencent Music Entertainment Group have entered into a partnership that will significantly expand the international music market in China. _________________________________ Under the terms of a new deal, China’s Tencent Music Entertainment (TME) will distribute music from UMG’s vast global catalog on its popular streaming platforms QQ…
Americana Music Chart 5.15.17: Willie Nelson, The Mavericks, Rodney Crowell and Ryan Adams
Willie Nelson, The Mavericks, Rodney Crowell and Ryan Adams top this week’s diverse Americana Music radio chart compiled by the Americana Music Association. _________________________________________ Archive Playlist for week of Monday, May 15, 2017 Rank Spins 2W LW TW ARTIST (Stations Playing | Stations Added) Title Label TW LW 2W Total…
President Trump Comments On L. A. Reid Sexual Harassment Claims [VIDEO]
Shortly after Sony confirmed L.A. Reid’s abrupt departure from Epic Records, multiple reports of sexual harassment by the former top executive surfaced in the media. Having been the target of similar claims, President Trump decided to comment. ________________________________________ This satirical video was produced using Trump DJ. Related articles L.A. Reid…