Category archives: publishing

Evolution Of A Digital Broadcasting Giant: Pandora

Here we take a look at the state of internet radio giant Pandora, it’s recent history of purchases and payouts, and why its continued sustainability has recently come into question. _____________________________ Guest Post by Shereen Cheong from from Berklee’s Music Business Journal Of late, the sustainability of streaming giant Pandora…

David Lowery Shares Proof Of Flawed NMPA, HFA, Spotify Settlement

David Lowery shares a check and statement sent from Harry Fox, and explains why it represents deep-rooted flaws within the recent settlement between the Harry Fox Administration, the National Music Publishers Association and Spotify. __________________________________ By David Lowery from the Trichordist You’re kidding me right? What is this for? No…

Zappa Threatening Zappa Over Zappa Plays Zappa

In this most recent copyright upset, the children of the late Frank Zappa are attempting to take legal action against one of their siblings, the unfortunate Dweezil Zappa, alleging that his attempt to tour under the name "Zappa Plays Zappa" is infringing on the rights of the Zappa estate. ___________________________________…

Music Publishing News Roundup 5.6.16: Music’s Top Earners • Lowery vs. Spotify • Pandora Revenue Up

Taylor Swift and Adele were the top earning artists in the publishing sector of the music industry in 2015. Billboard’s annual Moneymakers rankings list the top 10 earners in four major revenue stream sources: Sales, Streaming, Touring, and Publishing. Taylor Swift topped all four lists, with a total revenue of…

Downtown Music’s Songtrust Hires, Promotes 3

In an ongoing effort to enhance its offering as a service and the technology division of Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust has announced three new hires and promotions. Grace Carey has joined the Songtrust team as a Developer, where she will be contributing code to build and maintain the Songtrust application….