Weezer-themed island arrives in Fortnite ahead of ‘Black Album’ release
With their second album of 2019 arriving March 1, Weezer has become the latest musical act to join forces with Fortnite, the world’s most popular game. Continue Reading
Month: February 2019
A new report reveals why piracy continues in the streaming age
A new study out of New Zealand finds that many who pirate media are not “law-breakers” by nature, but merely consumers unable to afford streaming subscription services. Continue Reading
The truth about music journalism and how to get covered in 2019
Getting press in music is harder than ever before, but with a few simple steps, you can develop a meaningful relationship with industry gatekeepers. The competition for attention in music is fierce. Whether you’re seeking to reach consumers directly or… Continue Reading
36% of Americans now own smart speakers. Here’s what that means for musicians.
More than 1/3 of American consumers have smart speakers in their homes. The future of audio consumption is here, but artists may face unforeseen problems in the coming years. Continue Reading
Music Industry Job Board (February 25, 2019)
Looking for work in the music business? Our Job Board has the latest openings from around the world, for free. Browse more than thirty new opportunities today. Continue Reading
TIDAL reveals $1 million artist grant program, starting in Detroit
With its new Unplugged program, TIDAL is the first streaming platform to make developing young talent one of its primary concerns. Continue Reading
Inside Music Podcast #151: Launch Music Conference (Jeremy Weiss)
On this episode of Inside Music, Launch Music Conference founder Jeremy Weiss returns to share exciting details about his upcoming 2019 event. Continue Reading
Inside Music Podcast #150: Royal Tusk
Canada’s Royal Tusk joins us for a discussion about success, travel, and the state of rock in 2019. Continue Reading
10 Music podcasts every aspiring professional should hear
Whether you dream of standing on stage in front of thousands or working with the biggest stars of tomorrow, these podcasts will give you a leg up in the music business. Continue Reading
SoundCloud enters the distribution game with SoundCloud Premier
SoundCloud is joining Spotify as the latest streaming giant to offer distribution services. Continue Reading