WED. BRIEF: St. John Exits Apple Music For Uber • BuzzAngle + Shazam Data • Apple’s iOS 11 Adds FLAC • More

Wednesday 6.7.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Executive shuffles are often about money. But Apple losing Boz to Uber is also likely a reminder that Cupertino’s nerd-boys club can be less than music (or women) friendly. Updated continuously under our More News tab

Using Instagram Pods To Get More Fans

As an artist, it can be hard to get keep your posts from drowning in the crowded clamor of modern social media, something which can be highly frustrating for musicians with major announcements like an upcoming tour or new album. Here we look at how Instagram pods can be used…

What 2018’s Breakthrough Artists Need To Do Now To Succeed

In this article, Jonathan Larr draws on the knowledge and experience of those in the thick of fast-growing areas of the music industry, and maps out what characteristics and qualities artists in 2018 will need to have in order to develop successful careers and rise to the top in 2018….

Pandora Predictions: Billie Eilish, Two Other Young Female Singers Climb Fast

In this round of Pandora Predictions, youth reigns supreme as we look at the TV-fueled rise of Bill Eilish, big moves by Netherlands native Sophie Francis, and a social media boost for british crooner Connie Talbot. _____________________________ Guest post by Emily Blake of Next Big Sound On this week’s Pandora…

TUE. BRIEF: Apple Doubles Down On Music • MIDEM 2017 Begins • Spotify IPO Conflict • More

TUESDAY 6.6.17 Music Business News From Around The Web As yesterday’s announcements reminded, music remains at Apple’s core. So why isn’t Apple Music an artist friendly platform? Updated continuously under our More News tab

Using Brand Names In Your Songwriting: Creative And Business Perspectives

Here we examine the power of using brand names in one’s songwriting, looking closely from both the business perspective and how they can benefit bands and brands financially, and the creative perspective, and how they can be used artistically. ____________________________ Guest post by Leah Waldo of Takenote Let’s do a…

14 Commonly Confused Terms In Music, Audio

As with any field so diverse and complex, the music industry is rife with terminology and vocabulary that can baffle those outside the recording industry and which are often confused or misused by those within it. Here we clear up some of the most commonly confused terms in music and…

AM BRIEF: OneLove Manchester Trumps Terror • Apple’s WWDC Today • Gregg Allman Honored • More

Monday 6.5.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Ariana Grande’s return to Manchester offers inspiration to a generation fighting fear. Updated continuously under our More News tab

Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. & Indie Music

We have a whole slew of advice for independent and DIY musicians this week, including a look at how to set up your website with a ‘gig magnet’ what to do with an inherited song catalog, the best way to secure your band a coveted support slot, and more. Does…

Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Tunes And Technology • Private Events • Changing Venues For The Better • More

This week on MusicThinkTank, we explore different ways to promote your music online, what to consider when considering playing a private event, ways in which concert venues can change for the better, and more. Dixie Somers | Tunes And Technology: 5 Ways To Promote Your Music Online Leonard Patterson |…