For the last Music Biz Weekly Podcast of 2018, co-hosts Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert look back at 2018, comment on industry shifts that excited and disappointed them and look ahead to 2019.
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No #TimesUp For Charlie Walk, Lands New Job Despite Misconduct Claims Because "His wife stayed with him"
Former Republic Group president Charlie Walk, who left the company earlier this year amid multiple accusations of sexual misconduct, has resurfaced as a consultant for UnitedMasters, the new company launched by music industry veteran Steve Stoute. Stoute confirmed Walk’s position to Rolling Stone after it was first reported by Billboard….
Japan Extends Copyright Protection From 50 Years to 70 Years
Under pressure from entertainment companies, Japan has just extended its planned copyright protection. As part of a new trade agreement with the US and Mexico, Canada will extend its current copyright term to 70 years after the creator’s death. In theo…
Bryan Adams Argues Canada’s Copyright Extension Would Only Benefit Major Labels, Not Creators
According to Bryan Adams, major labels always force up-and-coming talent to sign over their works for a long period of time. Several months ago, negotiators from the US and Canada reached a trade agreement. The deal – made right before the midnight dea…
2,200 Jobs At Risk As HMV Enters Administration For the Second Time
With the physical market still booming in the UK, how will HMV recover from its second jump into administration? For the second time in five years, embattled UK retailer HMV has called in administrators. The move places 2,200 jobs at risk. HMV will cal…
Drake Signs Dancehall Artist Popcaan His OVO Sound Record Label
Drake continues to grow OVO Sound’s roster. Drake has remained rather busy in 2018. Following the launch of his Aubrey & The Three Migos tour, the Canadian rapper unveiled a Scorpion-themed pop-up store in New York City. The temporary retail outlet…
Muzooka: Manage All Media Assets From A Central Hub
Shawn Wilson from Muzooka.com joins Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on the Music Biz Weekly podcast. Muzooka is where artists and their teams manage media assets across multiple platforms from a central hub. They also automate the process for live setlist reporting to Performing Rights Organizations worldwide, ensuring that artists…
Pop Prodigy Greyson Chance Talks Gaga, Buzzwords And Cheap Wines
In this piece from AWAL’s #nofilter Q&A series, viral sensation Greyson Chance discusses how he was able to spin his fifteen minutes of fame from a sensational Lady Gaga cover into a successful career in the music industry. _______________________________ Guest post from AWAL Welcome to #nofilter, a recurring Q&A series…
A List of Every Musician and Music Executive Facing Abuse Allegations in 2018
The music industry isn’t exactly innocent when it comes to sexual assault. With 2018 dying down, the #MeToo movement has failed to gain traction in the music industry. Yet, valiant accusers have stepped forward to accuse several high-profile musicians …
TOP POSTS: This Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
Some of the most often perused pieces from Hypebot this week covered a detailed look at one cellist’s earnings from streaming, Spotify’s ongoing stock woes, how a record label is about to surpass a personality as the biggest YouTube channel, and much, much more. Zoe Keating Shares Spotify, Streaming Earnings…