On The Music Industry Jobs Board: BMI Seeks Business Development Exec

BMI is hiring an Executive Director Of Business Development to lead negotiations and account services for its Digital Licensing group. More on this gig and others on Hypebot’s Music Industry Jobs Board. HIRING? Here’s how to post your job: You can post a job opening here starting @ just $29…

YouTube Set To Release Live Streaming App

Facebook is getting headlines this week for upgrades to its live video app; now YouTube is throwing its hat into the ring with the new YouTube Connect, and while its still an industry leader in many ways, this new app may be too little too late. __________________________ Guest Post by…

THU. BRIEFING: Used Download Suit Continues • Beyonce Sues Feyonce • Rock Band 4 Falls Short • FB Live Video • More

Thursday 4.7.2016 Music Business News From Around The Web Some days these headlines look like I just made them up; but, sadly, I did not. Updated continuously under our More News tab.

5 Types of Visual Content To Use When Promoting Music

In order for artists to maintain steady fan engagement, it has become imperative for them to include a mix of high-quality visual content alongside their music. Here we look at some of the best options available for artists looking to create compelling visuals. ______________________________ Guest Post by Lauren Gill on…

Streaming Won’t Kill Downloading, Here’s Why

While many may be under the impression that illegal downloading has fallen by the wayside with the rapid rise in popularity of streaming, the reality is something quite different, and while most in the industry continue to demonize this practice, the people at Muzit see it as an opportunity. _______________________________…

How To Get A Collaboration Or Co-Write With A Famous Artist

In this piece, rapper Novi Novak suggests several methods to employ when seeking to network and collaborate with other artists in the industry, whether you’re simply seeking to get their attention or to build a long-term creative relationship. ___________________________________ Guest Post By Novi Novak from SmartRapper.com Intermingle with their surrounding…

5 Tips On Composing Music For Placement In Internet Spots

While sales of recorded music have seen a steady decline of late, the sync revenue from music used for other media like video, advertisements, and games has created a world of opportunities for clever composers to see financial success. ___________________________ Guest Post by Tanvi Patel of CrucialCustom As CEO of…

Apple’s New Technology Automatically Eliminates Obscenities

Censorship lovers rejoice! Apple has recently been granted a patent for technology which can automatically sift through and eliminate any obscenities contained within a piece of music, raising a whole host of questions regarding free speech. ____________________ Guest Post by Bobby Owsinski on Music 3.0 Here’s one for the 1st…

PledgeMusic Names Dominic Pandiscia CEO As Popular Founder Benji Rogers Shifts Gear

Ever since the demise of Topspin, its been difficult to see a clear path forward for companies focusing on direct to fan music. But a few executives like PledgeMusic’s Benji Rogers,Mike Doernberg of ReverbNation and Jack Conte at Patreon have continued to innovate; and now a new vision of what…

WED. BRIEFING: Facebook Expands Live Video • Sony Sues Rdio Execs • Inside The EDM Bubble • More

Wednesday 4.5.2016 Music Business News From Around The Web Is there trouble ahead for Pandora as it uses Rdio tech to launch a full music service? Updated continuously under our More News tab.