UPDATED: As part of part of our ongoing investigation into PledgeMusic and its recent insolvency filing, Hypebot contacted the UK government’s Insolvency Service to learn the procedures and deadlines for the artists, labels and fans owed money to file a claim, as well as exactly what PledgeMusic assets were available…
Category archives: Music Tech
Music Copyright 101: Guide To Copyrighting Your Music As An Artist, Songwriter, Or Producer
As an independent artist, the songs you write and the recordings you make are your intellectual property, meaning you own the copyright. Here we walk you through the technical steps of copyrighting your work via the official channels, as well as making money off your music once the copyrights are…
Bandzoogle Adds Commission-Free Fan Subscriptions
Bandzoogle has added a commission-free fan subscription feature to its popular music web site and marketing platform. Artists can now offer online fan clubs within their websites, create stronger fan communities, add income streams and keep 100% of the revenue. 100% commission-free and available to on all three tiers of…
TUE. BRIEF: Tencent To Acquire 10% Of UMG • Streaming Amplifies Songwriter Lawsuits • UnitedMasters • More
TUESDAY 8.5.19
Music Business News From Around The Web
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Spotify Premium Is Now Free For Select AT&T Customers
Spotify and AT&T now offer select mobile customers a free Spotify Premium account. Starting Tuesday, AT&T Unlimited & More Premium customers can claim the free subscription. Spotify joins Pandora Premium, HBO, Cinemax. Showtime, Starz and VRV as one of 7 options to add on at no cost. Additionally, select AT&T…
Guide To Promoting Your Next Show
Playing a sold out show is one of the most rewarding feelings you get as an artist. But to get there requires planning and execution. This piece walks through every step of promoting a show from announcement to sellout. _______________________________ Guest post by Randi Zimmerman of the Symphonic Blog Imagine…
You Can Now Edit Your Soundcloud Profile On Mobile
SoundCloud has added mobile profile editing to its iOS app. Profiles are used by SoundCloud creators to showcase work to potential collaborators and the industry, as well as to connect with fans in real-time. SoundCloud offers creators more control of their online profile than most other streaming services. Now they…
MON. BRIEF: eOne Adds Amelia Artists • Feldman Exits WMG For Paradigm • Spotify Improves Ad Targeting • More
MONDAY 8.5.19
Music Business News From Around The Web
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How To Contact The Court If PledgeMusic Owes You Money plus Confirmation That An Investigation Is Underway
Late last week, a court-approved the "winding up" of PledgeMusic. It’s the UK equivalent of liquidation to cover debts, and while the few assets still held by PledgeMusic are likely to go for pennies on the dollar, this sale marks the last hope that thousands of artists, labels and fans…
This Week In Music Commentary
Commentators inside the music industry this week weighed in on the issue of playing the music of disgraced stars like Morrissey and Ryan Adams, and the curious timing of a new Spotify corporate bio book – plus former Nirvana bandmates react to an accidental announcement from Spotify that the band…