SoundCloud has become a breeding ground for brand-new talent, and the service prides itself on providing indie artists with serious initial traction. SoundCloud is launching a new mini-series that takes you behind the scenes with an artist. Called …
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Meet Alina Baraz, the Serene Singer Who Went From Isolation to Streaming Stardom
After amassing a large online following with a tranquil sound, the singer is creeping closer to pop’s mainstream
Classical Music Upstart Idagio Raises $11.7 Million for Its North American Launch
Berlin-based classical music streaming service Idagio has raised more than $11.75 million (€10 million) for its North American expansion. Existing investors provided the funds for the launch in the United States and Canada, according to details shared …
Universal Music Group Partners With 7Digital to Create Customized Streaming Services
London-based 7digital has announced a new partnership with Universal Music Group to create new music partner services for individual artists. Last week, we broke the news of a Led Zeppelin-themed streaming service in the works. But looks like others a…
Now You Can Listen to Music from Your Ancestral Home of Origin on Spotify
Spotify and Ancestry know exactly what we need – playlists curated by our DNA. Because, who needs to listen to music based on your own unique tastes? Have you ever had the curiosity to find out everything you can about yourself through your DNA? Your…
Spotify Leases Even More Office Space at the World Trade Center
Because for Spotify, paying just $33 million a year for office space at 4 WTC just isn’t enough. Last year, a source shared several key financial details about Spotify’s lease in New York. The company’s 4 World Trade Center (WTC) offices would include …
SiriusXM Acquires Pandora Radio For $3.5 Billion
SiriusXM’s Pandora acquisition could potentially open up new and unique opportunities for both artists and listeners. Looks like SiriusXM has finally purchased Pandora Radio. The $3.5 billion all-stock deal values Pandora at $10.14, 12% higher than its…
Spotify Is Injecting Personalized Recommendations Into Official Playlists
Spotify may be testing how personalization can work with its official editor-curated playlists. Multiple reports note that Spotify will use algorithms to tailor its editor-curated playlists even further for listeners. Hypebot first broke the news, wit…
Spotify Is Injecting Personalized Recommendations Into Official Playlists
Spotify may be testing how personalization can work with its official editor-curated playlists. Multiple reports note that Spotify will use algorithms to tailor its editor-curated playlists even further for listeners. Hypebot first broke the news, wit…
Want to Sign Up for Spotify’s Free Distribution?
Spotify just announced a new beta feature that enables independent artists to upload their music directly to Spotify. Here’s how the registration process works right now. The action is happening through the ‘Spotify for Artists’ serv…