News exposé claims Live Nation exploits artists, rips off fans: WATCHA new investigative report by ABC News purports to show that Live Nation exploits artists and regularly rips off fans with the help of ticketing arm Ticketmaster.
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Music Managers Forum sets LA Summit with Spotify, Bandsintown, TikTok, CD Baby & MoreThe Music Managers Forum LA Summit on October 21 promises to be a full day of informative keynotes, panels and networking. Whether you’re an artist manager, self-managed artist, or a. Continue reading
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How to Release Holiday Music SuccessfullyLearn how to release holiday music successfully with expert tips on timing, promotion, and creating music that stands out during the busiest season of the year… How to Release Holiday. Continue reading
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Triller preps for NASDAQ listing this week, as TikTok rival completes merger with financial firm AGBAFormer Citigroup executive Mark Carbeck has been named as the new Chief Financial Officer
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Legendary Mastering Engineer Howie Weinberg Calls on KRK’s Natural SoundWhen it comes to audio mastering, Howie Weinberg might know a thing or two. With over 8,600 mastering credits and more than 90 billion streams, 21 GRAMMY® Awards (58 total nominations), three TEC Awards, two Juno Awards, and a Mercury Prize on his resume, the mastering engineer is a legend in his own right. Having worked with some of the biggest names in music across nearly every genre, from hip-hop, alternative, and R&B to rock, pop, heavy metal, and EDM, Weinberg’s name is synonymous with iconic albums like Nirvana’s Nevermind, Madonna’s Music, and Beastie Boys’ Licensed to Ill.

Today, after more than four decades in the industry, Weinberg is still doing what he does best, from his professional home studio in Laurel Canyon, California. “We’re in the heart of an eclectic artistic area, there’s a big recording scene here, and we’re surrounded by a lot of other famous creatives,” he explains. “The house was an old hunting lodge, built in 1910; it has a lot of energy and a great vibe. I have a personal studio here that’s as nice as any commercial space I’ve worked in, along with two other studios on the property. It’s very California.” 

No matter where he sets up shop, Weinberg has continually called on KRK monitors throughout his career, today relying on KRK V-Series in the studio. “I was one of the original KRK users; when they first were released, the founder himself introduced me to the original 7000 Series speakers,” he says. “KRK has always been the number one speaker for audiophiles to have in their kits. There was something magical about that original set, and the KRK engineers did an amazing job of recreating that sound in the V-Series. Those V8s sound so good.”The post Legendary Mastering Engineer Howie Weinberg Calls on KRK’s Natural Sound first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Believe redesigns global music strategy, following the appointment of Romain Vivien as company’s first-ever Global Head of Music'Since 2008, Romain has been one of my trusted partners to develop and grow Believe into the global player it is today,' said Denis Ladegaillerie, Believe’s Founder and CEO
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The Lyte Bankruptcy and What It Reveals About the Ticketing IndustryThe Lyte bankruptcy highlights the growing challenges in the ticketing industry, where margins are shrinking, partnerships are strained, and strong technology is crucial. Learn how these shifts are reshaping the market and what they mean for the future of ticketing.
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Spotify adds Music Videos in 97 markets, plugs promotional valueSpotify has added music videos in 97 markets after an 11 market test as well as tools for Artists and features designed to enhance video discovery and the viewer experience.
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Free course on touring for musicians from Berklee and CourseraLearn the basics of successful gigging with a free course on touring for musicians offered online by the Berklee College of Music and Coursera. Free course on touring for musicians. Continue reading
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Jerry Cantrell Discusses I Want Blood, Collecting Riffs, '90s GrungeShortly before the release of I Want Blood, Alice in Chains guitarist and longtime solo artist Jerry Cantrell chatted with AllMusic about the album and two of its standout tracks, in addition to songwriting, and if there can be another movement like grunge and alt-rock of the early '90s.

On… TikTok, Merlin, and the awkward arranged marriage of music’s independent sectorHow the changing face of the 'non-major' music companies has made for some unusual bedfellows in indie-land
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Lang Lang Music Foundation & Interlochen Center for the Arts to Host Young Pianist IntensiveIn June 2025, 17 of the world’s finest young pianists will converge at Interlochen Center for the Arts for the Interlochen-Lang Lang International Music Foundation Piano Intensive - Becoming A Citizen Artist.

The one-week intensive is a new summer offering, resulting from a partnership between the Interlochen Center for the Arts and the Lang Lang Young Scholars Program, a multi-year mentoring program for pianists under the age of 16 presented by the Lang Lang International Music Foundation. During the intensive, which will run June 14-20, 2025, the scholars will focus on building their capacities as citizen artists and strengthening their abilities to communicate with and engage their audiences through a series of community concerts presented in partnership with Interlochen Public Radio.

“We’re delighted to welcome the Lang Lang Young Scholars to Interlochen and to share the core capacities of successful citizen artists with these emerging musicians,” said Trey Devey, president of Interlochen Center for the Arts. “This exciting opportunity not only allows us to play a role in preparing these remarkable young pianists but also to deepen our relationship with globally renowned pianist Lang Lang and his extraordinary Foundation.”

"We are thrilled to partner with Interlochen Center for the Arts to offer this unique opportunity to our Lang Lang Young Scholars,” said Leszek Barwinski-Brown, CEO of the Lang Lang International Music Foundation. “This intensive represents a crucial step in their development, not only as musicians but as engaged citizen artists. We believe this program will equip these talented young pianists with the tools to communicate their passion and artistry, leaving a lasting impact on their audiences and communities around the world."

While at Interlochen, the Lang Lang Young Scholars will be mentored by an exceptional faculty of artist-educators from the top conservatories and universities in the U.S., led by Interlochen Marjorie Wood Drackett Piano Chair Dr. Kara Huber. Other instructors for the program include Curtis Institute of Music Eleanor Sokoloff Chair in Piano Studies Michelle Cann; Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Piano Department Chair Norman Krieger; Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Associate Professor of Piano Spencer Myer; and Interlochen Arts Academy Instructor of Piano Christopher Goodpasture.

Lang Lang International Music Foundation's Young Scholars (credit: Andrew Werner)

Students also have unique opportunities:

1)    They will work with renowned instructors, from some of the nation’s best schools, universities and conservatories, in private lessons and master classes.

2)    They will work with Interlochen Public Radio Music Director Dr. Amanda Sewell to prepare for and present an interview, recorded and shared on IPR.

3)    Students will work with Interlochen Director of Music Production & Engineering Marc Lacuesta, who will introduce them to the skills needed to collaborate with a studio engineer. Students will walk away with a studio recording.

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Concord acquires mystery Latin Music catalog for $217m, after raising $850m in latest asset backed securities transactionConcord catalog now worth more than USD $5 billion, according to Kroll report
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MLC Black Box funds still unpaid as royalties pass $2.4BThe Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) has collected more than $2.4 billion from DSP on behalf of songwriters and publishers. But about 50% of unmatched or so called MLC "Black Box" funds remain unpaid.
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International Creators Protect Music with CosyndLearn how international creators protect music with ease using Cosynd’s comprehensive copyright tools. Don’t let legal complexities hold you back—learn the steps to protect your music globally today. International Creators. Continue reading
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