HarbourView acquires again, snapping up select music assets of artist, songwriter and producer, BlackbearBlackbear co-wrote Justin Bieber's six-time platinum single, Boyfriend
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TikTok Music moves much closer to launching in USTikTok Music is on track to become the first new major competitor to Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music in more than five years, and two new announcements confirm that. Continue reading
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9 free and affordable apps and platforms every musician needs to useThe number of apps and platforms offered to help create and market music can be overwhelming. But thankfully, music marketing veterans Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert are here to help.. Continue reading
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10 legit Spotify Playlist Curators to send music toBuilding legitimate Spotify stream counts for your music requires time, care, and attention to detail. Luckily, there are thousands of independent playlist Spotify curators to send your music to, so. Continue reading
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I Love Grunge: Book ExcerptAuthor Greg Prato offers an excerpt of his upcoming book I ♡ GRUNGE: 'GRUNGE IS DEAD' OUTTAKES, offering never-before-published interviews with Kathleen Hanna, Eddie Vedder, Jonathan Poneman, Chad Channing and more discussing the rise of Nirvana.

Jermaine Dupri to be honored by Redding FoundationThe Otis Redding Foundation is proud to announce that songwriter, award-winning producer, DJ, CEO of So So Def, and entrepreneur Jermaine Dupri will be honored with the Otis & Zelma Redding Award of Respect at the highly anticipated 2nd Annual King of Soul Music Festival. Taking place in Macon, GA on September 8-9, the festival serves as a vibrant celebration of the incomparable legacy of Otis Redding, coinciding with what would have been his 82ND birthday on September 9. The event is a fundraiser for the new Otis Redding Center for The Arts. https://otisreddingfoundation.org/center-for-the-arts/the-new-center/ "We are thrilled to honor Jermaine Dupri at this year's King of Soul Music Festival," said Karla Redding-Andrews, Vice President and Executive Director of the Otis Redding Foundation. “We have known JD since he was a young man visiting the Big ‘O’ Ranch with his Dad and are so proud of his remarkable contributions to the music industry as a songwriter, award-winning producer, DJ, CEO of So So Def and entrepreneur. He was very close to my brother, Otis III, who passed away in April, and credits him with teaching him to make beats. JD aligns with Otis Redding’s spirit and the Foundation’s mission to inspire and empower young artists.”“The Reddings and Otis III became my musical family before the world knew of Jermaine Dupri,” stated Jermaine. “While I understand the family is honoring me, in my mind, I am also honoring them for all they have allowed me to do, see and be a part of at a time when they didn't have to."The festivities will kick off on Friday, September 8, with "An Evening of Respect" concert featuring the renowned Orchestra Noir at the historic Macon City Auditorium. Founded in 2016, Orchestra Noir has captivated audiences nationwide with its spectacular performances that pay homage to the cultural achievements of African American music pioneers across various genres, including classical, jazz, blues, hip-hop, and R&B.The festivities will continue Saturday, September 9th with The Big "O" Homecoming Show & Dance at the magnificent Capitol Theatre. A star-studded lineup of renowned artists and musicians will perform on both nights to honor Otis Redding’s enduring musical legacy. For inquiries regarding sponsorships, please contact https://otisreddingfoundation.org. In addition to being a joyous occasion for music enthusiasts, the 2nd Annual King of Soul Music Festival is also a vital fundraiser for the Otis Redding Foundation and the Otis Redding Center for the Arts, which broke ground during the inaugural King of Soul Music Festival last year. The foundation, established in 2007, remains dedicated to empowering, enriching, and motivating youth through education programs that focus on music, writing, and instrumentation.Over the years, the Otis Redding Foundation has positively impacted the lives of thousands of students, supporting them in their pursuit of music and arts education. Notable programs include the annual Otis Music Camp for ages 12-18, Camp DREAM for ages 5-11, music education workshops, private and group lessons, and opportunities to perform on iconic stages such as the Ryman Theater in Nashville.Join us in paying homage to the timeless legacy of Otis Redding while supporting a worthy cause at the 2nd Annual King of Soul Music Festival. For more information about the festival, ticket sales, and the Otis Redding Foundation, please visit www.otisreddingfoundation.org. 

ABOUT JERMAINE DUPRI:

Jermaine Dupri, a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, is one of the most successful producers in the music industry. He has established a prolific career as a hip-hop artist, award-winning producer, songwriter, author, DJ, and CEO of So So Def, which he founded in 1993.Rather than impacting only one lane, he has changed the course of R&B, hip-hop, and pop throughout an illustrious career earmarked by some of the most recognizable hits of all time. The GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic songwriter, producer, rapper, artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist has powered game-changing and chart-breaking smashes such as Mariah Carey’s 6x-platinum “We Belong Together,” Usher’s 3x-platinum “Nice & Slow,” Xscape’s platinum “Just Kickin’ It,” his own “Money Ain’t A Thang” [feat. JAY-Z], and countless others. “We Belong Together” not only toppled the Billboard Hot 100 for the year, but it also emerged as “the song of the decade” and “fifteenth most popular song of all-time,” according to Billboard. It took home “Best R&B Song” and “Best Female R&B Vocal Performance” at the 2006 GRAMMY® Awards. At the helm of So So Def Recordings as Founder, he has built a catalog of classic albums, including those of Da Brat, the first solo female rapper to go platinum, debut and historic Funkdafied; Bow Wow’s double-platinum Beware of Dog; Jagged Edge’s double-platinum J.E. Heartbreak; Anthony Hamilton’s platinum Comin’ From Where I’m From; and more. Simultaneously, he has launched JD’s Vegan as a mega-popular plant-based ice cream alternative available in major retailers such as Walmart. Plus, he notably stands out as the second rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame® following JAY-Z. Meanwhile, the GRAMMY® Museum paid homage to JD and So So Def with a dedicated exhibit entitled Jermaine Dupri & So So Def, 25 Years Of Elevating Culture. He has also appeared on-screen in the Aretha Franklin movie Respect, Hip-Hop Family Christmas, and Step Up. Speaking to his presence, Variety attested, “What isn’t recognized enough is his undeniable influence on the current cultural climate.” However, he never stops setting the pace for the entire game to follow.

About the Otis Redding Foundation:The Otis Redding Foundation’s mission is to empower, enrich, and motivate all young people through programs involving music, writing and instrumentation. Each partnership and program sponsored since its inception in 2007 supports the philanthropic commitment of Otis Redding to empower and enlighten all young people to fulfill their dreams.  The Otis Redding Center for the Arts:The Otis Redding Center for the Arts is a multipurpose space open to students ages 3-18 who have a desire to explore their interest in all elements of music and the arts. Planning is well underway with a proposed opening in 2024. The Center will be staffed with Macon’s finest musicians offering private music lessons in areas such as piano, audio engineering, strings, and more. Lessons will be complemented by the curricula of various year-round programs dedicated to musical literacy, musical instrumentation, mathematical components of music, etc. Students are encouraged to go beyond and tap into their best effort. The Center believes in the vitality of music and the arts and continues to develop those avenues for youth. Planning for the Otis Redding Center for the Arts has been made possible through the guidance and investments of organizations such as the Knight Foundation, United Way, Peyton Anderson Foundation, Community Foundation of Central Ga., Cox Communications, Mercer University School of Music Central Ga. Technical College, Middle Ga. State University Music School, Bibb County School District, and others who support the music and arts initiatives. The Otis Redding Foundation also has a number of regional and national partners such as GA Council for the Arts, Gretsch, Concord Music Group, Warner Music Group, South Arts and Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI). All of these partnerships align with the mission and goals of the Foundation.

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Draconian US visa price increases delayedProposed increases of 250% and more for artist visas have been delayed. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) bowed to pressure from the touring industry and Congress. They. Continue reading
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TikTok and Warner Music Group sign ‘first of its kind’ multi-year licensing deal – including scope for ‘additional and alternative economic models’WMG boss Robert Kyncl and TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew make major joint announcement
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4 tickets for $80 to 2500 Live Nation shows: 50 Cent, Alicia Keys, Zac Brown & dozens more artistsLive Nation is cleaning out some excess ticket inventory with the Summer’s Live sale kicking off tomorrow, Wednesday, July 19, offering four tickets for $80, including fees to over 2,500. Continue reading
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How to make the most of streaming music data and analyticsLearn how to use your streaming data analytics to get to know your audience and better cater to your fans… by Dotted Music Blog In today’s digital age, data analytics. Continue reading
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TikTok launches global ‘Elevate’ rising artists program to ‘identify the next wave of emerging stars’TikTok says it will offer 'meaningful support both in-app and out in the world'.
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Concert Will Benefit Gun Violence PreventionTogether In Action, a concert benefiting gun violence prevention efforts in Tennessee, will take place on August 15 at City Winery Nashville presented by Country Any Way and eQuality events. Performers include Jason Isbell, Devon Gilfillian, Chris Housman, Julie Williams, Autumn Nicholas and The Kentucky Gentlemen. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, July 19 at 12PM CST, with the City Winery member presale beginning tomorrow, July 18 at 12PM CST. All net proceeds from the event will go to organizations working to raise awareness about gun violence in Tennessee, and Moms Demand Action will be on site providing more information on how to get involved in the movement to end gun violence. Tickets can be purchased HERE. 

Earlier this year, the Nashville community was shaken when a shooter took the lives of three adults and three children at The Covenant School. According to Everytown For Gun Safety, Tennessee has the 12th-highest rate of gun deaths in the country, with 1,385 people killed by guns in an average year. A recent report suggests several key policies, including secure firearm storage laws and extreme risk laws as well as requiring background checks on all gun sales, can help reduce gun violence in the United States.  

“In my efforts to change the landscape of country music, I'm realizing that a huge part of that is taking a close look at where we live and being vocal about the changes we'd like to see,” says Holly G, creator of Country Any Way and event organizer. “Since becoming a resident in Tennessee, I've incorporated into my mission making sure that marginalized voices and the voices of people who want Tennessee to be an inclusive and safe space are heard. Music gives us such a beautiful platform for expression and creating community. I'm so excited that myself, eQuality events, and City Winery Nashville were able to pull together such an amazing group of artists to send a clear message that Tennesseans deserve a safe place to live.”

Find more information and resources from Moms Demand Action here. 

About Moms Demand Action

Moms Demand Action is a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence. We pass stronger gun laws and work to close the loopholes that jeopardize the safety of our families. We also work in our own communities and with business leaders to encourage a culture of responsible gun ownership. We know that gun violence is preventable, and we’re committed to doing what it takes to keep families safe.

About Country Any Way

Country Any Way was created by Black Opry’s Holly G, with the underdogs of country music in mind. We are committed to uplifting and celebrating fans, artists and industry professionals that don't fit the country music mold. Our goal is to make sure that no one is left out of the conversation.

About eQuality events

eQuality is a community of artists, influencers, marketers, and allied humans and companies that believe no one voice should be silenced or muted. “That who you are is more important than who you love, the color of your skin or what pronoun represents the authentic you.” With each event, eQuality works to partner with local LGBTQIA+ organizations to raise awareness and make connections so no one feels like they are alone.

Utopia divests again, as Absolute Label Services gets reacquired by original leadership teamNews marks the third time this year that Utopia has offloaded a company that it previously acquired within the past 18 months
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Audius joins SoundCloud in offering free artist to fan direct messagesDecentralized music platform Audius has added a direct messaging feature that enables artists to connect with each other and their fans via text and emoji reactions. Audius has also created. Continue reading
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5 Questions to ask before your next Live ShowLearn from a professional who has learned the tricks of the touring trade on how to best prepare for your next gig with just 5 simple questions. by David Andrew. Continue reading
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