VIDEO: The Maine, 8123, and the value of community
In our latest Music Biz 101 video, host James Shotwell explains how American rock band The Maine created a supportive community of fan through their music. Continue Reading
Month: March 2019
Lil Nas X and the question of who defines what a genre sounds like
Viral sensation Lil Nas X has been removed from Billboard’s country charts for not embracing enough elements of country music, which raises questions about we define the genre. Continue Reading
The best way to improve press coverage of your music
In an age of abundance, adding a personal touch to promotional efforts can go a long way toward securing coverage. Continue Reading
Pre-Adds (Pre-Saves) are the new pre-orders, but is that a good thing?
Consumers are replacing pre-orders with pre-adds and pre-saves, but is something more important than sales being lost along the way? Continue Reading
Tours headlined by holograms are here, but what does that mean for the living?
Holograms of Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly are touring together this Fall. That’s right, holograms are now invading the competitive live music marketplace. Continue Reading
Hooray! Stream-Ripping is (finally) on the decline
Stream-ripping replaced traditional piracy when services like YouTube rose to popularity, but new information reveals that trend is now on the decline. Continue Reading
Learning how to fail is an essential part of succeeding in the music business
“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” – Thomas Edison Continue Reading
Music Industry Job Board (March 25, 2019)
Looking for work in the music business? Our Job Board has the latest openings from around the world, for free. Browse over 30 new opportunities right now! Continue Reading
In the music business, you can never get too comfortable
Succeeding in the music business is hard work, and the only way to get ahead is by doing everything you can to consistently develop new skills. Continue Reading
Inside Music Podcast #155: The Maine
John O’Callaghan, the vocalist for a band called The Maine, is appearing for the first time on a podcast called Inside Music. Continue Reading