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Does Music Piracy Still Exist In The Streaming Age?

While many believe that the streaming age brought about the end of illegal downloading of music, it seems that it has only replaced it with stream ripping, a process through which music is illegally saved while it’s being streamed. _________________________ Guest post by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 Streaming seems…

MON. BRIEF: Gregg Allman, Chris Cornell Remembered • Spotify Settles Songwriter Class Action Lawsuit • iHeart Troubles Grow • More

Monday 5.29.17 Music Business News From Around The Web We’re mostly off for the U.S. Memorial day holiday, but news doesn’t take a break, so here’s the latest… Updated continuously under our More News tab

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

In this round of tips and advice for independent do-it-yourself artists, we look at how to use YouTube ads, a guide to 100% licensing, why artists shouldn’t trust their online presence to social networks. YouTube Ads For Musicians How To Create The Perfect Thumbnail Image For Your YouTube and Vimeo…

How To Create The Perfect Thumbnail Image For Your YouTube and Vimeo Videos

When it comes to compelling someone to click on your video, having the right thumbnail image is critical You should always choose your own when uploading sites like YouTube or Vimeo and here Bobby Owsinski looks at how to construct the ideal thumbnail image in just three steps. ______________________________________ Guest…

FRI. BRIEF: Ariana Grande As Heroine • Spotify Adds To Board • MQA Nabs Nugs • "Synch This!" • More

Friday 5.26.17 Music Business News From Around The Web It’s easy to dismiss Ariana Grande as fluff, but to fans she’s refreshingly much more. Perhaps naively, I hope that she turns this horrific tragedy into a teachable moment or even a turning point. Updated continuously under our More News tab…

Heather McBee Talks Startup Accelerator Project Music [INTERVIEW]

In this interview Heather McBee chats about a new music focused startup accelerator, Project Music, how its altered its operations strategy, where the accelerator is headed in the future, and why it’s been garnering so much attention. ________________________ Guest post by Hugh McIntyre Last week at the 2017 Music Biz…

Death Of The MP3 Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

Much has been said lately about the alleged demise of the MP3, although many of these stories have gotten the facts somewhat twisted, confusing the patent for the MP3 with the actual format itself. ________________________ Guest post by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 There’s been a flurry of articles lately…

Effective Music Marketing: The Anatomy Of A Show.co Campaign

This article explores how artists can take advantage of the marketing opportunity provided CD Baby’s recently acquired Show.co, a company which makes online marketing tools employed by companies like Universal and Sony. ___________________________ Guest post by Chris Robley on DIY Musician Last year CD Baby bought Show.co, a company that…

THU. BRIEF: UK Concert Attack Aftermath • Gen Z Loves YouTube • Blockchain Updates • More

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