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Savvy tips for a thriving music social media presence

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Utilise one of the greatest marketing tools available to you to get your music heard and reach new fans: Social media.

Trying to stand out on social media can feel like trying to talk in a bustling crowd. Fighting for attention may feel difficult, but don’t be dissuaded…

How to triple your music’s reach on YouTube

RouteNote Blog

With one simple step you can reach 3x the audience with your music, using the influence of YouTube Shorts.

There are over 2 billion music fans on YouTube. That’s according to YouTube’s global head of music Lyor Cohen, who is touting YouTube Shorts …

Members’ Voice: “You Can Help Shape the Profession of Music For Years to Come”
The Musicians’ Union

Professional musician and educator David Miller sits on the Wales and South West England Regional Committee. In this overview of his union activity, he explains what he’s been involved in and why he’s been a member for over 25 years…

Best Practices for Maximum Release Potential | Music Biz 101

Symphonic

The best way to ensure your release’s success is to plan for everything and do it way in advance. In this video we’ll break it down. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3OD6Vys. Apply now at https://symphonic.com 0:00 Introduction: Importance of planning for music release. 0:15 Choosing a Release Date: Considering factors like production time and mar…

If Your Freestyle DOESN’T Go Viral, Try AGAIN!

All About Helping Podcast – Music Marketing

“The Belief is Where it Starts”—a conversation on Black History Month with @IAMLXGEND

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In this video, @IAMLXGEND shares his reflections on Black History Month, emphasizing its significance not just in celebrating the achievements and perseverance of African Americans throughout history, but also in inspiring current and future generations. Through his music and words, @IAMLXGEND pays homage to the legacy of those who paved the w…

AI in the Music Industry – Part 3: The Rise of Music Recognition

Music Business Research

Music recognition was one of the earliest applications of artificial intelligence in the music industry. Back in the early 2000s, AI was being used to identify songs and categorise genres. The pioneers in this field were the open-source project MusicBrainz and the companies Gracenote, Shazam and SoundHound. Here is the story of these four pioneer…

Best Music Contests Guide 2024 – Apply now!

Groover

Do you want to promote your music and find new opportunities? Music contests are a great way to highlight emerging artists in the local music scene, and they can present the perfect opportunity to show off your talent and ambition! After all, there is no excuse not to go for it. Whether you’re a folk, rock, electronic or hip-hop artist looki…


Apple Reportedly Faces $539M EU Fine As Spotify-Spurred Antitrust Investigation Draws to a Close

Digital Music News

The European Union is reportedly preparing to slap Apple with an almost $540 million fine stemming from an antitrust complaint filed by Spotify half a decade ago. This result of the European Commission’s years-running investigation into Apple’s business practices, of which Spotify and CEO Daniel Ek have long been vocal critics, just recently entere…

ChillHop Essentials Spring 2024 : Spotify Playlist [Submit Music Here]

SoundPlate

ABOUT THIS PLAYLIST Chillhop and LoFi beats perfect for spring. chillhop/jazzhop/hip hop lo-fi beats. background music for studying/working or just chilling/relaxing. enjoy The post ChillHop Essentials Spring 2024 : Spotify Playlist [Submit Music Here] appeared first on Soundplate.com – Record Label & Music Platform. …

The Genius behind Taylor Swift’s re-recordings (Taylor’s Version)

Hypebot

As Taylor Swift continues to dominate music globally, her ongoing project of re-recording her discography to take control of their masters is making a big splash in the industry and among her fans… The post The Genius behind Taylor Swift’s re-recordings (Taylor’s Version) appeared first on Hypebot. …

MylittleDino Is Helping Simplify The Music Distribution Process For Artists Worldwide
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ST Digital announces new COO, Chirag Patel, and VP of Music Business, Rishipratim Dasgupta. The company is transforming music distribution, offering up to 95% royalties to artists and expanding its global reach. Streamlined operations and strategic leadership are set to propel ST Digital …

Music Promotion Club Provides Fruitful Services to Promote YouTube Music Videos
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The decade-old platform, Music Promotion Club offers effective and affordable services to promote YouTube music videos for all artists to settle in the industry…

ST Digital Redefines Music Distribution: New Leadership and Unprecedented Artist Royalties
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ST Digital announces new COO, Chirag Patel, and VP of Music Business, Rishipratim Dasgupta. The company is transforming music distribution, …

Revolutionizing Music Marketing: The Emergence of OpenAI’s Sora

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The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence by OpenAI, particularly through innovations like Sora, are setting new benchmarks in the music industry. This shift not only heralds a new era in music creation but also significantly impacts music marketing strategies, heralding transformative changes for artists, producers, and labels …

This gotta be a scam right? I was offered a contract for Alamo records and I’m pretty sure they haven’t even heard my music

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How To Sing Louder Without Cracking Or Straining Your Voice

Music Industry How To

Pitch. Tone. Technique. Singers have many areas to address on their journey to becoming better versions of themselves. Many singers will come to the point of wanting to sing louder or project more. This is an essential skill to learn, but learning to project without cracking, straining, or otherwise hurting your voice can prove a… The post How …

Switching to Apple Music from Spotify is about to get much easier

Music Industry News

… you’ve considered switching your music streaming service, you’ll … divide from Spotify to Apple Music and bring their playlists … latest beta version of Apple Music on Android. A screenshot … made in other music services to your Apple Music library.” The … …

How to Sidechain in FL Studio: Elevate your mixes

RouteNote Blog

Image credit: Rezli Sidechaining is a hidden gem in the arsenal of audio production tools. Its a subtle mixing technique that, once you begin to use it, packs your mixes with dynamic punch that makes it stand out and hit harder. This compression technique will help your bass and kick drums stand out in the mix, making for a powerful …

FEAT welcomes ticketing impact from EU’s Digital Services Act

Music Ally

New EU legislation means that secondary-ticketing marketplaces will now face ‘stricter due diligence and reporting requirements’. The post FEAT welcomes ticketing impact from EU’s Digital Services Act appeared first on Music Ally. …

Justin Timberlake’s Forget Tomorrow World Tour: How To Buy Tickets

American Songwriter

Justin Timberlake has just announced new dates for his latest tour, The Forget Tomorrow World Tour. The Prince of Pop will be starting his tour in Vancouver at Rogers Arena before wrapping up his latest run of dates at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. The Forget Tomorrow World Tour will most likely feature songs from […] The post Justin Timberl…

Alternative rock band Sick Love drops hard-hitting track “Ricochet.”

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Irish alt-rock band Sick Love has been busy for two years making their debut album, “Champagne.” After releasing some singles in 2023, they’re finally dropping the full record on May 3rd via Paragon Records. They recorded it in a farmhouse in Ireland, getting creative with their sound. “Ricochet,” the first release, is a hard-hitting track that …

Michael Kushner promoted to SVP, Deputy General Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs for Warner Music Group

Music Business Worldwide

Industry veteran makes move after two decades at WMG’s Atlantic Music Group Source…