Still not convinced about TikTok’s AI music ambitions? This web of patents and trademarks will change your mind.MBW has uncovered a series of US patents and trademark applications filed by a mysterious ByteDance affiliate
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James Blake joins $5-per-month ‘artist subscription’ platformVault says that "artists can share their unreleased tracks directly" with fans and "tap into a new recurring revenue stream".
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Austrian Audio Extends Warranty for Studio-Grade Line of Professional HeadphonesCustomers can now benefit from up to five years of warranty coverage on the company's finest hand-crafted headphones.

Vienna, Austria, March 19, 2024 — Austrian Audio announced that each product in its line of high-precision made-in-Austria headphones will now include up to five years of comprehensive warranty coverage.

Effective immediately, purchasers of the pro audio company’s The Composer, Hi-X65, Hi-X60, Hi-X55, or Hi-X50 headphones can register their products on Austrian Audio’s website for the five-year warranty, and retaining proof of purchase will ensure they are covered.

Designed, engineered, and built in Austria, this line of pro audio headphones from the Vienna-based company delivers immersive sound quality ideal for any professional musician, producer, engineer, or discerning audiophile.

“We believe in the quality and durability of our products,” noted Martin Seidl, Austrian Audio’s CEO. “Extending the warranty to five years reflects our confidence in the tools we make and our commitment to the artists we design them for. It’s our responsibility to provide top-tier service for these top-tier products.”

Music Biz Weekly Podcast looks back on 13 Years and 600 EpisodesCelebrating dual milestones of 13 years and 600 episodes, Music Biz Weekly co-hosts Micahel Brandvold and Jay Gilbert look back at what the internet, social media, and music marketing were like when their popular podcast launched.....
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How are Musicians & Songwriters paid? Two short Spotify videos explainHow do artists and songwriters get paid? As part of its annual Loud & Clear report on payments to musicians, Spotify has created two short videos to explain.....
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A second look at using Spotify Marquee to market music [Brian Hazard]Now that time has passed, and the platform has been adequately tested, Brian Hazard gives his updated review on Spotify's Marquee artist feature.....
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Over half of the artists who generated at least $10,000 on Spotify last year are from countries where English is not the first language"The music industry today is a more diverse and accurate reflection of the world we live in"
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This ‘secret’ composer is behind 650 fake artists on Spotify. His music has been streamed 15bn times on the platform (report)Revealed in a Dagens Nyheter expose: the musician 'behind the world's most listened to network of fake artists on Spotify'
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RED Development Welcomes Fender Musical Instruments Corp. to PVRED Development, an industry-leading commercial real estate company known for its high-performing mixed-use and retail portfolio, is adding Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), the world's leading guitar manufacturer, to its best-in-class tenant roster at PV, the highly anticipated redevelopment of the former Paradise Valley Mall, in a single-tenant office building set to open next year.

FMIC will break ground on the 80,000-square-foot, three-story building later this year, which will open to team members in fall 2025. The new building, designed by SmithGroup, will be a dynamic hub for collaboration and will boast an array of cutting-edge facilities, including a dedicated model shop for its guitar and amplifier designers, a state-of-the-art sound room, along with meeting rooms and flexible workspaces strategically designed to foster teamwork and innovation. 

An American icon, Fender was founded in Southern California and has established a worldwide influence extending from the studio to the stage and beyond. Everyone from beginners to the world’s most acclaimed artists have used FMIC instruments, amps and gear, making the company a revered industry leader and a global cultural symbol. 

“Fender’s decision to partner with RED Development reinforces our long-term commitment to Arizona and a local community we have called home since the early nineties. Our building will foster a dynamic environment that attracts top engineering, finance, IT, product development, sales, and supply chain talent. Most importantly, we believe that PV’s mixed-use offerings will enhance Fender’s culture of creativity and innovation and provide our team members with an exceptional workplace experience," said FMIC CFO Matt Janopaul.

Spanning more than 100 acres and situated in the heart of one of the most prominent neighborhoods in Phoenix, PV is a monumental mixed-use development. The master plan for the project features a plethora of dining, entertainment, retail, living and working experiences, which are linked to a more than three-acre, centrally located community open space with heavily landscaped multi-modal pathways. The scale of the project will redefine what live-work-play means.

“Welcoming an iconic brand such as Fender to PV is truly remarkable,” said Mike Ebert, managing partner at RED. “This partnership underscores the groundbreaking innovation coming to PV and the exciting developments that are shaping our community's future.”

The first phase of the massive redevelopment will open later this year, including the 400-residence multi-family building, The Blake, by StreetLights Residential. Also opening in 2024 are Whole Foods Market, Blanco Cocina + Cantina, Flower Child, Trevor’s Liquor, Sephora, Aveda, Wren House Brewing Co. and Frost Gelato.

“The PV development is booming with innovation, showcasing the considerable impact of transforming the landscape of the former Paradise Valley Mall. Adding Fender to PV is just one of the many businesses that bolster the significant changes the development is making for the future of Phoenix,” said Phoenix Community and Economic Development Director Christine Mackay.

“I am excited that Fender, a global brand, chose Phoenix to relocate their corporate headquarters. This move signifies a confidence in Phoenix,” said Vice Mayor Debra Stark, who represents District 3, where Fender will be relocating. “The new high-paying jobs that will come with this move will be a welcome boost to the local economy.”

FMIC was represented by Cresa, a leading commercial real estate advisory firm. Cresa played a pivotal role in the site selection process by conducting a comprehensive search across the Phoenix metro area and will be overseeing the entire construction process. JLL, a global brokerage firm, represented RED.  

For more information about PV and to stay updated on the latest announcements, visit pvphx.com. For more on Fender, visit fender.com.

The competition is 225K, not 10M artists + More Spotify Loud & Clear report takeawaysSpotify has updated its annual Loud & Clear report to remind artists and labels how much money they make from the streaming platform. While many of the numbers are impressive, a careful reading leads to more nuanced, particularly of independent and D.I.Y. artists.....
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Key U.S. user demo is leaving TikTok as new user growth also slowsReal and threatened bans, UMG, and others pulling tracks, mountains of bad press, and increased competition from Meta and YouTube are taking their toll on TokTok, just as the social platform may be forced to look for a buyer.....
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Global recorded music revenue jumps 9.8% after years of slow growth [MiDiA]The music market has doubled in size since 2015, and it continues to grow. But who is getting all this money? A new MIDiA report digs deep for answers.....
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On a Mission from God: The Definitive Story of The Blues BrothersIn Daniel De Visé's in-depth new book The Blues Brothers - An Epic Friendship, the Rise of Improv, and the Making of an American Film Classic, the author goes to phenomenal lengths to detail not just the making of the film, but goes back to the beginning, detailing the upbringings of the two actors, their explorations into a burgeoning comedy scene, their rise at SNL, and all the blues that's fit to print.

MBW (and Skibidi Toilet) just inspired a flurry of TikTok music takedownsTikTok took swift action over a list of videos that MBW identified as 'manipulating' UMG content
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BMI Spotlights Singer-Songwriters at SXSW 2024BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) was back in Austin, TX, during the 2024 SXSW Music Conference and Festival. As a founding sponsor of the festival for over 30 years, BMI stages and events have been known for consistently presenting the best new music from its incredible songwriters, and this year was no exception. From March 12-15, BMI hosted an exciting lineup of showcases, featuring rising talent in indie, hip-hop, Latin, pop, R&B, rock, country and everything in between, continuing our tradition of being the go-to source for music discovery. Check out details from each of the events below.See below for photos and captions from BMI’s lineup. For more information on this year’s events and featured artists, go to bmi.com/stages/sxsw2024 and use #BMISXSW to join the conversation on social media.

BMI PRESENTS HOWDY TEXAS - CELEBRATING THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF BMI AUSTINTuesday, March 12th at STILL AustinBMI celebrated the 5th Anniversary of its Austin office at the annual Howdy Texas party at STILL Austin Whiskey Co. (440 E St Elmo Rd Suite F). The event, which was free and open to the public, featured performances from nine diverse Texas-based artists, including Alesia Lani, Farmer’s Wife, Nicky Diamonds, RUTHIE CRAFT, Shelby Stone, The Tiarras, West 22nd, West Texas Exiles and Midnight River Choir, with styles ranging from R&B, Americana and rock with western influences to cathartic grunge, Latin pop and that classic Lone Star sound. Howdy Texas was supported by Austin Music Movement.

(LEFT): The Tiarras onstage at BMI Presents Howdy Texas at STILL Austin Whiskey Co. on March 12, 2024 in Austin, TX. Photo Erika Goldring for BMI.(RIGHT): BMI’s Kristen Townsend (L) and Mitch Ballard (R) present Texas Music Office’s Brendon Anthony (C) with a special guitar in celebration of the 5th anniversary of BMI’s Austin office onstage at BMI Presents Howdy Texas at STILL Austin Whiskey Co. on March 12, 2024 in Austin, TX. Photo Erika Goldring for BMI. 

YETI MUSIC SHOWCASE: PRESENTED BY BMIMarch 13th-15th at YETI FlagshipOver the course of three amazing days, the annual YETI Music Showcase: Presented by BMI at the YETI Flagship on South Congress (220 S Congress Ave) played host to eighteen diverse sets from emerging artists spanning the spectrum from psychedelia, introspective pop and contemporary country to modern folk, buzzy indie rock and punk thrash. The event also included drink specials, food pop-ups and other surprises. The showcase was additionally sponsored by George Dickel Bourbon, Karbach Brewing Co. and Liquid Death.3/13: Scott Ballew, Alisa Amador, ALEC MEZA, Vision Arcade, Brainstory, Giovannie & The Hired Guns3/14: Tony Evans, Jr., Chloe Tang, Nemegata, Wolves of Glendale, Winona Fighter, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country3/15: Maddy Davis, Jobi Riccio, wilt, Chance Emerson, Zach Person, Michigander

(LEFT): Alec Meza performs at the YETI Music Showcase Presented by BMI at the YETI Flagship store on March 13, 2024 in Austin, TX. Photo Erika Goldring for BMI.(RIGHT): Michigander perform at the YETI Music Showcase Presented by BMI at the YETI Flagship store on March 15, 2024 in Austin, TX. Photo Erika Goldring for BMI.

(BOTTOM): Chloe Tang performs at the YETI Music Showcase Presented by BMI at the YETI Flagship store on March 14, 2024 in Austin, TX. Photo Erika Goldring for BMI.

BMI SONGWRITERS CIRCLE AT LUCK REUNIONThursday, March 14th at Willie Nelson’s Luck RanchBMI was proud to present the BMI Songwriters Circle under the Revival Tent at Luck Reunion. BMI songwriters Tyler Halverson, Kade Hoffman and Harper O’Neill performed intimate renditions of some of their favorite songs and share stories of the inspiration behind them.For additional photos and captions click here. 

(LEFT): Harper O’Neill, Kade Hoffman and Tyler Halverson perform during the BMI Songwriters Circle at Luck Reunion on March 14, 2024. Credit Alex Parker for Luck Reunion. (RIGHT): Harper O’Neill performs during the BMI Songwriters Circle at Luck Reunion on March 14, 2024. Credit Alex Parker for Luck Reunion. 

BMI BRUNCHHosted by THEBROSFRESHFriday, March 15th at Geraldine’s at Hotel Van ZandtThe BMI Brunch is one of the most anticipated events during SXSW, taking place at Geraldine’s at the Hotel Van Zandt (605 Davis St). This two-stage marquee event featured the eclectic sounds of artists Ethan Tasch, Matilda Marigolds, Tamera, Benjamin Walker, Ashley Kutcher, Choszn, Kylie Frey, Baby Fisher, Britti, Courtney Patton, Swamp Dogg, and Jhariah. The BMI Brunch was sponsored by George Dickel Bourbon, First Horizon Bank, ONErpm, The MLC, Liquid Death, Texas Music Office, Austin Music Movement, and the BMI Foundation.For additional photos and captions click here. 

(LEFT): Jhariah performs at the BMI Brunch at Geraldine’s on March 15, 2024 in Austin, TX. Photo Erika Goldring for BMI.(RIGHT): Tamera performs at the BMI Brunch at Geraldine’s on March 15, 2024 in Austin, TX. Photo Erika Goldring for BMI.

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