If having a massive arsenal of music at your disposal while on the go, the limitation of a smartphone may be frustrating. Here we look at how implementation of the right tools and strategies can improve its functionality. ________________________ In this recent piece by Dixie Somers on MusicThinkTank, we examine…
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TUE. BRIEF: Sony Music Hacked • Azoff, Radio Reach Cease-Fire • Songkick Moves 500K Adele Tickets • More
TUESDAY 12.27.16 Music Business News From Around The Web The holiday break was not so restful for the Sony Music social media team. Updated under our More News tab
TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
Some of the most popular Hypebot articles leading up to the Holiday weekend included speculation over whether the Fifty Shades Darker soundtrack can live up to its predecessor, the impact of the ‘Drake’ effect on the music industry, and ten important music marketing predictions for 2017. ‘Fifty Shades Darker’ Soundtrack:…
Identifying Your Two Types Of Fans
In this article we look at the difference between casual and core fans, how to tell the difference between the two, and why it doesn’t necessarily make sense to expend too much energy on the former. _________________________ Guest Post by Bobby Owsinski on Music 3.0 Every artist, whether they’re selling…
Battle Over Public Performance Rights Of Old Music Heats Up: NY Rejects, Supreme Court Petitioned
Although certainly not a new dispute, the legal battle over pre-1972 recordings recently kicked into a higher gear, with New York recently rejecting a case, and the Supreme Court being petitioned to hear another. _____________________________ Guest Post by Mike Masnick on Techdirt For many years now we’ve been covering the…
FRI. BRIEF: Billboard Buys Spin • Apple Music On Defense • US v Pirate Bay • Pandora Investor Doubles Down • More
Friday 12.23.16 Music Business News From Around The Web Is Billboard buying Spin, Vibe and Stereogum a smart acquisition or last ditch consolidation of dying legacy media? Updated continuously under our More News tab
Obama Signed The BOTS Act, But Don’t Get Too Excited
Obama’s recent signing of the Better Online Tickets Sales (BOTS) act, while a step in the right direction, will only go so far towards solving issues with customers’ ticket buying experience. _____________________________ Guest Post by Dave Brooks on Amplify President Barack Obama has signed the Better Online Tickets Sales (BOTS)…
THU. BRIEF: AirPods Debut To Raves • Amazon Scores Garth Brooks Streaming Exclusive • Team Rock Goes Under • More
Thursday 12.22.16 Music Business News From Around The Web While you’re resting for the holiday, rest assured that we’ll be keeping you informed of all the important stories. And don’t forget to join our holiday online networking party here. Updated under our More News tab
WED BRIEFING: Turtles Lose SiriusXM Suit • Music Pubs Push FB • Growth: Apple vs Spotify • More
Wednesday 12.21.16 Music Business News From Around The Web After repeated wins, the Turtles loss was unexpected and a reminder of how fucked up copyright law is. Updated continuously under our More News tab
3 Unique Online Music Marketing Strategies for 2017
Looking to improve how you market your shows in 2017? Here distill the knowledge of twenty industry experts for three unique online marketing strategies designed to increase ticket sales in the coming year. ______________________ Guest post by Rachel Grate of Eventbrite Chances are, you already have a go-to checklist to…