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Learn if the SAG AFTRA musician fund has money for you NOW!

5% of royalties collected by SoundExchange are paid to the SAG-AFRA Intellectual Property Rights Distribution Fund. If you are a nonfeatured musician or vocalist, you may have money waiting for you in this SAG AFTRA musician fund.

Bruce Houghton on 06/04/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Hypebot named a Top Music Industry Blog by Feedspot

We’re proud to share that Hypebot has been named a Top Music Industry blog and website by Feedspot alongside Music Week, Mark Mulligan of MIDiA’s blog, Bob Lefsetz and more.

Bruce Houghton on 06/04/2025 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)
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P-pop Goes Global with BINI, SB19, New Wave of Filipino Artists

Once a sleeping giant on the worldwide stage, a massive audience is forming as P-Pop goes global thanks to social media virality and authenticity.

Alana Bonilla on 06/04/2025 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)
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20 years ago, labels targeted fandom. Will it work the second time around?

As record labels push to monetize fandom yet again, the are reviving an old playbook. But will today’s artists play along? The recorded industry’s future may hinge on expanded rights deals and there ability to finally deliver on their promise, writes Tatiana Cirisano of MIDiA Research

Alana Bonilla on 06/02/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Marketing Awards Highlight Creative Innovation

Creative marketing is a key part of music industry success, and five music marketing awards now recognize the teams behind standout campaigns. These honors highlight innovation across advertising, digital media, sync, fan engagement and more.

Alana Bonilla on 05/07/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Tariffs, tight wallets may disrupt fragile Superfan Economy

As economic uncertainty looms and tariffs shake up global supply chains, the music industry’s push to monetize superfans faces serious headwinds. With merch, vinyl, and fan experiences under pressure, are US labels betting too big on a fragile superfan economy?

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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2024 Music Industry Growth: Success or Signs of Trouble?

A new MIDiA repost on 2024 music industry growth shows a sector raking in billions. But is it really as good as it looks? Find out why this “success” might actually be a red flag for artists and the future of streaming.

Alana Bonilla on 03/20/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
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ROSTR adds Radar music industry contact search

Live music industry trade ROSTR has added Radar – a new way to search for contact info on professionals across the music industry.

Bruce Houghton on 03/06/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Impact of Saturday Night Live on Music as SNL turns 50

For 50 years, Saturday Night Live has been the ultimate stage for music’s biggest stars. But what is the real impact of SNL on music and what does a performance actually mean for an artist’s career?

Alana Bonilla on 03/06/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio

Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio in $16M funding round

Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio leading an $18 million funding round along with DNS CapitalSony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio leading an $18 million funding round along with DNS Capital.

Bruce Houghton on 03/03/2025 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)
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