After a copyright is created, the length of time for which it hangs around tends to vary greatly – although it’s often for longer than one might guess. Here we look at what determines a copyright’s life span, and why it’s usually not safe to assume something’s fallen into the…
Category archives: Publishing & Songwriting
Spotify Launches ‘The Game Plan’ Video Series For Artists
After noticing that many of its artists weren’t utilizing the streaming platform’s full potential, Spotify has a launched a new series of helpful videos intended to direct artists on how to take full advantage of their artist specific site. ______________________ Guest post by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 You have…
Songwriters Guild President Testifies On Need for Copyright Small Claims Court [Video]
In this video Rick Carnes, president of the songwriters guild, gives testimony on the need for a small claims court for copyright infringement, something which the recent CASE act would help establish. __________________________ Guest post by Christ Castle of Music Technology Policy Strangely overlooked in the hoorah about the mechanical…
What To Do If A Band’s Name Is Similar To Yours
The music industry is fraught with trademark disputes, and any artist would be well advised to take steps to avoid such infringement conflicts before they arise. In this piece Katelyn Kindberg talks us through what to do if your artist name is similar to that of another band. ___________________________ By…
SOCAN Reports Record Royalty Distribution, Digital Up 44%
SOCAN collected a record $352-million in total royalties in fiscal year 2017, continuing a seven-year trend. The Canadian PRO said the jump was driven by a 44% increase in revenue from Internet sources and a 13%t surge in royalties from countries outside of the county. SOCAN 2017 Financial Highlights: Record…
Thought Streaming Royalties Were Bad? Radio Airplay Royalties Even Worse
Almost since its inception, streaming has often been maligned in the industry for the pittance which it pays out to artists, and while this criticism is often merited, things are actually much worse in the world of old-school radio play. ______________________________ Guest post by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 Artists…
How To Submit Music To Radio Made Simple
When submitting music for radio, musicians will, at some point in the process, hit a brick wall. Here we look at straight forward breakdown of how to submit your music in a way that increases your chances of it getting picked up. _________________________ Guest post by D. Grant Smith of…
Are Tech Companies The New Record Labels?
[PIAS] co-founder Michel Lambot looks at how the economic structure of media consumption has shifted over time to one of renting vs. owning; and how tech companies bypassing record labels to make direct deals with artists is the next logical step in this progression. __________________________ Guest post by Michel Lambot….
Top 5 Side Jobs For Musicians
Earning a living from music alone is no easy task, but can be done, particularly if you’re willing to get your musical fingers in a few different pies. Here we look at the top five side jobs musicians can while still focusing on music. ___________________________ Guest post by Patrick McGuire…
How To Give Your Album The Perfect Flow
In this piece Michael Hahn explores the art of album sequencing, why it’s important, and how an artist can assemble their tracks in such a way as to create a compelling and successful album and album release. ______________________ Guest post by Michael Hahn of Landr You’re done your album mixing…