In this latest roundup of advice for DIY and independent artists, we offer tips and suggestions on using livestreaming to grow your fanbase, how to negotiate for higher pay from venues, how you can get YouTube to promote your videos, and much, much more. An Artist’s Guide To Crowdfunding How…
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Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Backgrounds For Music Websites • Passing The Audition Of A Music School • Consent Decree Impact • More
This week on MusicThinkTank, we looked at palette choices for music sites, how to pass a music school audition, the impact of the Consent Decree, and more Maria Ziza | White VS Black Background For Music Websites David Milsont | 6 Tips For Passing The Audition Of A Music School…
REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
In this look back at a tumultuous week of music industry news, we reexamine the Department of Justice’s new "Full-Works Licensing" ruling, Atlantic Records’ Reddit subpoena, the banks’ crushing of Sillerman’s bankruptcy exit dreams, and much more. Spotify Adds Personalized Weekly New Music ‘Release Radar’ Playlists, And It’s Great News…
An Artist’s Guide To Crowdfunding
While it’s nice to think that music is all about artistry and hardwork, money also plays a huge part in finding success as a DIY musician. Here we look go through the best platforms available to artists to fund their music, and how to use said platforms effectively. _________________________________ Guest…
How To Use Livestreaming to Grow An Audience
It seems livestreaming is here to stay, and as the phenomenon continues to grow in popularity, it’s becoming a useful way for bands and artists to grow their audience. Here we look at some livestreaming techniques musicians can use to expand their fanbase. ____________________________ Guest Post from The New Rockstar…
Content ID Still Just Piracy [Maria Schneider]
In this open letter to righsholders, Maria Schneider examines how Content ID, originally billed as a means of protecting copyright holders, has since transformed into way to make money off of ads placed on pirated content. _____________________________________ Guest Post by Maria Schneider on Music Technology Policy Content ID, YouTube’s digital…
Confused By Department Of Justice ASCAP, BMI Consent Decree? Check Out This Infographic
Now that the DoJ consent decree is official, we thought we’d republish this infographic that offers a visual explanation of how the decision is likely to impact musicians, publishers and the music industry. _______________________________________ In this recent infographic posted on MusicThinkTank, Brian Penick outlines in visual detail how the recent…
China’s Version Of Spotify Shows How To Be Profitable In A World Of Digital Abundance
Despite being the most well known streaming service in the game, Spotify continues to have a difficult time turning any kind of a profit. It’s a different story with QQ Music however, a division of Asian tech giant Tencent. ________________________ Guest Post by Glyn Moody on Techdirt The fact that…
Should You Use A White Or Black Background For Music Websites?
Although audio is ultimately the primary focus, when it comes to designing a music website, background color is something to be carefully considered, along with the physical/emotional response different palettes will evoke. ____________________________ In recent exploratory piece on MusicThinkTank, Maria Ziza looks at the different factors which artists should way…
Windish, Tmwrk, Mtheory, AGI Launch $250M Music Investment Fund With Eye On SFX, Developing Artists
The Unison Fund: What happens when a music booking agency, artist management firm and music industry consultancy join forces with an investment group and raise $250 million to fund developing artists, tours and other music industry properties? We’re about to find out. ____________________________________ Investor And Agency Chief Tom Windish As…