Spotify’s proposed average ad-funded rate in India will sit at less than $0.0005 per-play
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Spotify sued by IP company which claims streamer infringed Yahoo! patents
Complaint accuses Spotify of infringing the rights of four patents, all of which were born at Yahoo!
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Is It Possible That Radio Dodged The Digital Bullet?
With conventional broadcast radio now beset from all sides by streaming services, podcasts, and satellite, the future of this form of legacy entertainment is often brought into question, however some key signs suggest it may be weathering the digital storm better than expected. __________________________ Guest post by Fred Jacobs of…
Is It Possible That Radio Dodged The Digital Bullet?
With conventional broadcast radio now beset from all sides by streaming services, podcasts, and satellite, the future of this form of legacy entertainment is often brought into question, however some key signs suggest it may be weathering the digital storm better than expected. __________________________ Guest post by Fred Jacobs of…
Two More Firms Downgrade Spotify Shares
Despite a turbulent 2018, Spotify appears poised to do well on Wall Street in 2019. Last summer, Spotify’s stock came close to breaking $200 on the New York Stock Exchange. Following a turbulent global stock market, though, which saw prices fall around…
With Spotify Canvas, Artists Add Moving Visuals To Tracks
Spotify is beta testing Canvas, a new feature which allows artists and labels to add a fullscreen, 3-8 second moving visual to tracks. It replaces cover art and will loop in the Now Playing view of the Spotify app. "Right now, we’re testing this feature with a small, diverse group…
2018 Streaming Music Price Bible Published Based on a Single Source
Despite the contradicting differences in research, one thing remains clear for indie artists – don’t expect to earn enough from streaming music. Late last month, Digital Music News updated its list of what streaming music services pay. Thanks to inform…
Spotify Will Roll Out Enhanced Targeted Advertising Tools to More Advertisers
Will Spotify also allow freemium listeners to skip ads? Last summer, Spotify rolled out targeted advertising in Australia with a twist. Users on its free, ad-supported tier could completely skip ads while streaming their favorite music. The company had…
R. Kelly Is Shopping New Album, But Who Will Release It?
R. Kelly is looking for a home for a new finished album, according to multiple sources. The controversial rapper was dropped by longtime label RCA/Sony recently, after multiple accounts of sexual abuse, including with minors. But who would risk the wrath of the #MuteRKelly movement and actually sign him? Opinions…
Average Spotify User Paying Only $5.50 Per Month
While industry insiders have suggested that a $5 price point is an ideal monthly streaming amount as far as maximizing growth, major labels have generally forced platforms’ hand closer to a $9.99 charge. A new dip into Spotify’s finances, however, has revealed that the average user of that platform is…