YouTube Monetization And Exclusivity: Is It Right For You?

Here we examine the issue of exclusivity in the world of music and rights management, and what it means to have a single entity working on behalf of your music, whether it’s sync licensing, retail distribution, or monetization on platforms such as YouTube. _________________________________ Guest post by Nicholas Salomone from…

My Startup Helped Launch World’s First Music Tech Trade Group: Here Is How And Why

In this piece Laurent Martin walks us through the process by which his startup, Aitokaiku, was able to work with members of Music Tech Germany in order to emerge as the first fair trade association the music tech industry has seen. _______________________________ Guest post by Laurent Martin of Aitokaiku It’s…

FRI. BRIEF: Apple Kills iPod Shuffle, Nano • Free Stream Chart Controversy • Fyre Lawsuits Progress • More

FRIDAY 7.28.17 Music Business News From Around The Web R.I.P. Apple’s iPod Nano and Shuffle.Your simplicity and affordability will be missed. Updated continuously under our More News tab

FREE List Of Media Outlets That Embrace Indie, D.I.Y. Music

While getting your music featured on Pitchfork or NPR may be the PR dream of most artists, achieving such a high level of exposure early on is not something any artist should expect. Here we look at a list of more accessible sites where artists can get their music showcased….

SoundExchange’s Michael Huppe Weighs In New ‘CLASSICS’ Act To Protect Pre-1972 Copyrights,

While it is now generally agree that the music industry is on the road to recovery as far as revenue is concerned, it still has quite a way to go if it hopes to return to or surpass its former glory. Here Michael Huppe digs into some new legislation designed…

For Up-And-Coming Musicians, NPR’s Tiny Desk Can Be As Much Of A Boost As Late-Night TV

While being able to showcase their talents on late night TV has typically been the best launching pad for artists, but it seems a new venue for such jumpstarts to success has been found in the intimate setting of an NPR studio, or so the numbers would suggest. _____________________________ Guest…

THU. BRIEF: Facebook Logs Strong Q2 • Google To Merge Music Services • Quincy Jones Wins $9.4M Jackson Suit • More

THURSDAY 7.27.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Did you even remember that Google has two music services? Updated continuously under our More News tab

Gaming The Algorithm: How To Get More Views On YouTube

As a musician, chances are you want to capture the attention of as many new YouTube viewers as possible. Here we look at how to use the promotional algorithm of the platform to your advantage, and ensure your video the prominence it’s due. ______________________ Guest post by Chris Robley of…

An Evolved Music Industry Is Finally Embracing The Value Of Meaningful Relationships

Here Stephen Love explains the motivation behind the creation of Socially Driven Music, a reinvention of the global music industry, and how it works to combine evolving technology and social relationships within the music business. __________________________ Guest post by Stephen Love of Socially Driven Music Everyone loves music. Most people…

WED. BRIEF: Facebook Acquires Source3 • Judge: Azoff’s Global Rights ‘Gouging’ Radio • Pandora Stock Climbs • More

Wednesday 7.26.17 Music Business News From Around The Web With Source3 acquisition, Facebook looks like it’s finally ready to pay creators… and take on YouTube. Updated continuously under our More News tab