After awhile in the music business, chances are you’ll have interacted with a few music journalists along the way, and will likely do so again. In this piece we get a sneak peak at some trade secrets that can greatly benefit you next time you encounter a music industry journalist….
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WED. BRIEF: Pandora Seeks Quick Sale • Smule Raises $54M • eMusic Relaunches Indie Service • More
Wednesday 5.10.17 Music Business News From Around The Web If/when Pandora is sold, will a new owner continue Tim Westergren’s artist friendly mission? Updated continuously under our More News tab Related articles Why NPR Should Stand With #irespectmusic Pandora Under Pressure Even As Music Industry Warms To Westergren – hypebot…
4 Things All Artists Should Do At Every Live Show
As a performing musician, some pitfalls are easier to fall into than others, but are still important to avoid. Here we look at four easily developed performance habits that will help foster long-term success and make a positive impression on both pre-existing and potential fans. _____________________________ Guest post by Dan…
The Music Industry’s Digital Transition [David Emery]
In this piece David Emery observes how the music industry has transitioned over time, past the era of downloading and into the streaming age, and why for those able to successfully navigate the streaming economy, there has never been a better time to be a independent musician. _________________________ Guest post…
Brian Viglione (Dresden Dolls, Nine Inch Nails, Violent Femmes) On Being A Versatile Musician
Here Rick Goetz speaks with Biran Viglione, currently a member of the band Scarlet Sails and also known for his work with the Dresdon Dolls, the Violent Femmes and Nine Inch Nails. Here he discusses his career as a versatile musician and how he found success in the music industry….
TUE. BRIEF: Pandora Nabs $150M, Still Seeks Buyer • Amazon Adds Live Gigs • User Generated Radio • Snap • More
TUESDAY 5.9.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Pandora has smartly used its position as a market leader to attract a new $150M investment, but still has a tough road ahead. Updated continuously under our More News tab
Will The Music Industry Soon Be Under The Control Of Computers?
While much of what is unfair about payments to artists stems from the low rates, the lack of accuracy and accountable when it comes the metadata associated with said music, something which could be helped with the implementation of things like blockchain tech. _______________________ Guest post by Erin M. Jacobson…
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5 Things Every Singer/Songwriter Is Doing Wrong
While every singer/songwriter likely has some aspect of their songwriting or performance that could use improvement, some mistakes are more consistent than others, whether you’re a seasoned veteran of the industry or a budding new performer. In this latest post to MusicThinkTank, Larry Butler explains five things that seemingly every…
Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Rating Music • Get Booked At Festivals • Marketing Music Online • More
MusicThinkTank this week played host to articles covering how to rate music, the best way to get your band booked at a music festival, how to market your music online, and more. Nissim Elias | How To Rate Music – Beyond Music Ratings, Hilde Spille | Why Musicians ‘Don’t Need’…