Samantha Saturn exits role as Chief Marketing Officer at SESAC Music GroupSaturn says she's about to start "a new chapter" in the music industry, but hasn't offered details
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Artists announced for ROSTR & Bandsintown EARLY showcaseROSTR x Bandsintown's new live showcase EARLY debuts on October 16, 2025 in Los Angeles.
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Classical Highlights for September 2025What is in the current batch of new classical albums deemed by our reviewers as worthy of a listen? Start with the vocal ensemble Gesualdo Six (pictured) who put together another outstanding program on the new album Radiant Dawn. Find this and many more in our September classical review roundup.

Guitar Center partners with Schecter to launch exclusive SC-6 six-string bassTwo instrumental powerhouses, Guitar Center and Schecter Guitar Research, have teamed up to produce the Schecter SC-6 Six-String Bass, a piece that boasts unique clarity and a dynamic range, the ideal guitar for musicians looking to push the boundaries of their sonic comfort zone.

Exclusively available at Guitar Center stores in the U.S. and online at guitarcenter.com, the SC-6 has a Nyatoh body with a natural satin flamed maple top that offers rich resonance alongside a durable and easy-to-navigate rosewood fretboard. Available for $799.99, the SC-6 is easy on the eyes and houses Schecter Diamond 6ST Active Bass Pickups paired with the powerful 18V active 3-band EQ for a striking and flexible tone. 

“The SC-6 marks a major step in bringing extended-range basses into the spotlight for a wider audience,” said Gabe Dalporto, CEO of Guitar Center, in a press release. “By partnering with Schecter, we’re able to deliver a bass with boutique-level features at an affordable price, giving passionate players and aspiring performers access to the tools they need to push their music further.”The post Guitar Center partners with Schecter to launch exclusive SC-6 six-string bass first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

‘We’re in the business of working with people who change the way other people feel.’Peter Edge, RCA's Los Angeles-based CEO, on building careers in an age of shortened attention spans, why "premium" artists are winning in a crowded marketplace, and more
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How Bands and Music Venues Can Market Live Shows Like the ProsEven the best live performances can fall flat if nobody knows they’re happening. Whether you're a band gearing up for a new release or a venue building your calendar, effective marketing is what turns a good show into a packed house. Learn how bands and music venues can market shows like the pros.
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17 Killer Social Media Content Ideas for MusiciansA helpful guide for artists to cut through the noise of social media with time-tested and original content ideas that fit your brand.
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Music Business News Last Week: TikTok, Facebook, PROs & MoreImportant music business news last week included concern over the TikTok U.S. ownership change, new Facebook fan marketing tools for musicians, a global music revenue update, a shift at Ticketmaster, an expanded PRO database, and more.
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Live Review of Colin Blunstone and RooneyMajestic Theater Detroit, MI

Contact: fiona@thebloomeffect.com 

Web: colinblunstone.net; rooneymusic.com 

Players: Colin Blunstone, vocals; Robert Schwartzman, vocals, guitar; Sean Sobash, bass; Brad Goodall, keyboards, vocals

It was a multi-generational meeting of the minds where members of alternative power pop band Rooney joined forces with one of their prime musical heroes and inspirations, Colin Blunstone of The Zombies. Actually this was not the first time for the pairing as Rooney has toured with Blunstone and his legendary British counterparts in years past. 

But this particular show had unique relevance for it was part of a select U.S. cities tour promoting Rooney front man Schwartzman’s new documentary on The Zombies called Hung Up on a Dream. The evening was a complete entertainment experience where the audience was treated to a screening of the 90-minute film, followed by a live semi-acoustic performance and a Q&A segment afterwards, with documentary director Schwartzman, Blunstone and Music Connection contributor and moderator Gary Graff.

Following the film screening, the members of Rooney jumped on the somewhat barren stage and warmed up the crowd, with a few of their radio-ready hits of the last decade or so. Sans drums, they burst out emphatically with their rapturous song “If It Were Up To Me.” Schwartzman commanded the stage from the outset, with strong lead pipes and a taut heavy pop feel. The wall of harmonies was textbook and clear as Sobash’s driving bass locked in seamlessly with the overall enveloping mix. In the vein of classic ‘60s/’70s stylists like Badfinger, Nilsson, Big Star and the like, descending chord sequences blended with joyous harmonies that led into one of their biggest singles “When Did Your Heart Go Missing?” Schwartzman was like a man possessed, darting back and forth, singing the hook with laser focus as Goodall matched the lead vocal melodies note for note on the keys. 

When Blunstone entered the fray it was an almost surreal moment. The crowd rose to their feet and stayed there from the incessant refrain of “Tell Her No,” onward. “She’s Not There” retained that cool jazzy cadence as Goodall covered original keyboardist Rod Argent’s parts perfectly. And that’s no mean feat, indeed! Rooney and Blunstone also played deep cuts like the baroque-inspired “This Will Be Our Year,” an early solo single for The Zombies’ front man, “Caroline Goodbye” and the film’s namesake “Hung Up on a Dream.” 

The set closer “Time of the Season” appropriately brought the house down. It was a great vehicle to get the crowd involved and served as a memorable way to leave everyone in a very satisfied and engaged state of mind. The post Live Review of Colin Blunstone and Rooney first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

King ISO speaks to Music Connection About Ghetto Psycho and MoreNebraska rapper King ISO recently spoke to Music Connection writer Adam Seyum about his past, and everything that he's got going on.

See the interview (and don't forget to subscribe) on MC's YouTube channel (@musicconnectionmag) here:

The conversation drops shortly after the release of King ISO's Ghetto Psycho album, via Strange Music.

About the record, he commented, “There are things that happened to people growing up in my community and similar communities. A lot of individuals wind up getting involved in gangs, hustling, or abusing drugs. These things happen when you’re in the ghetto, but it’s not limited to our ghetto. It could be overseas in a third-world country or in a trailer park. We need to have conversations about these traumatic experiences, leading to healing rather than accepting them as the norm. What makes you go crazy? You may go through a mental health crisis, but you’re told it’s normal. It shouldn’t be normal to see fentanyl overdoses, so many shootings, and people dying on Instagram. This shit has created a whole bunch of Ghetto Psychos who don’t know they’re hurting. I’m getting to the root of the problem.”

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Bandcamp Friday Returns Today — Waiving Fees to Support Artists​In August, Bandcamp Friday brought in more than $3.5 million for independent artists and labels in just 24 hours.
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How EVEN’s Direct-to-Fan Platform WorksEVEN’s artist empowerment platform offers a direct-to-fan tool with daily payouts so artists can develop and monetize fan relationships.
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From Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ to Spotify’s leadership shakeup… it’s MBW’s weekly round-upThe biggest headlines from the past few days – all in one place
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Vicki Peterson & John Cowsill to Release Videos Filmed at The Cutting Room, NYCOn Thursday, Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill announced the release of "three live videos, filmed at The Cutting Room in NYC in May 2025. Out today is the first video, 'A Thousand Times,' followed by 'Come to Me' (Oct 9th) and lastly, 'Is Anybody Here?' (Oct 14th)

"The three songs are live versions of tracks off their critically lauded debut album, Long After The Fire, produced and engineered by Paul Allen," a statement reads. "The album comprises songs written by John's late brothers, Barry and Bill Cowsill. It's a love letter of sorts and a beautiful one at that."

"Vicki Peterson of The Bangles (whose work includes #1 hit 'Walk Like An Egyptian' and several other Top 10 songs, such as 'Eternal Flame,' which is the biggest single by an all-female band in history) teams up with John Cowsill, drummer/vocalist for The Beach Boys for over 23 years and original member of the platinum-selling family band, The Cowsills, to lovingly present their debut Americana album comprised of songs written by John's late brothers, Barry and Bill Cowsill titled, Long After The Fire."

See the first video here:

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Top European music lawyer dismisses UMG/Downtown data concerns as ‘fantasy or paranoia’One of France's top music industry lawyers has dismissed concerns that UMG might misuse indie label data through its proposed $775m acquisition of Downtown
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