Spotify sold music creation app Soundtrap back to its ownersSpotify has sold the music creation app Soundtrap back to its founders Per Emanuelsson and Bjorn Melinder a little more than 5 years after the streamer bought it for what. Continue reading
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Getting It Done: Last week in D.I.Y. & Indie MusicLast week, our tips and advice for independent and do-it-yourself musicians covered how to copyright and protect your music, why pre-save links are crucial for music marketing, and more… How. Continue reading
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REWIND: The new music industry’s week in reviewLast week was another busy week by any definition and the music industry was no exception, with Spotify’s summer predictions announced, Gen Z’s alcohol consumption (or lack thereof) affecting live. Continue reading
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Emily Wolfe Partners with Epiphone on 'White Wolfe Sheraton' GuitarEpiphone has announced the release of the Epiphone Emily Wolfe “White Wolfe” Sheraton. Created by guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer Emily Wolfe and the luthiers at Epiphone in Nashville, TN, the “White Wolfe” Sheraton marks Wolfe’s second Epiphone signature guitar and is available worldwide at authorized Epiphone dealers and on www.epiphone.com.

"The White Wolfe is a showstopper of a guitar. It’s a true symbol of how bold and unafraid we can be as guitar players. I hope this beautiful instrument feels like a part of anyone who picks it up." –Emily Wolfe

Played by artists such as the legendary blues artist John Lee Hooker, Noel Gallagher and Gem Archer of Oasis, The Edge of U2, Matthew Followill of Kings of Leon and Emily Wolfe, with its thinline, double-cutaway, semi-hollow body design--similar to the Gibson ES-335--the influential Epiphone Sheraton continues to shape sound throughout generations of players. 

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Rock The South Benefit to Feature Chris Stapleton, Zach Bryan, Cody Johnson and moreRock The South is “a labor of hometown love” for co-founder and partner Shane Quick (President & Owner of Premier Productions). What started out as a one-day fundraiser for his hometown of Cullman, AL in 2012 after devastating tornados in the region, has now expanded to a three-day event deemed one of “best music festivals you should attend” by Southern Living.  

What sets Rock The South apart from the other major festivals is their community-first mindset. The festival has provided more than $1 million to local charities and has left an annual economic impact on the small town of $20-$30 million. 

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This year, Rock The South will take place from July 20-22 at York Farms with headliners Chris Stapleton, Zach Bryan, Cody Johnson and Riley Green. 

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From Deezer’s AI music strategy, to who HYBE might try to buy in Latin Music… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-UpThe biggest music biz headlines from the past week, all in one place
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‘We are witnessing a resurgence of hip-hop across Africa.’MBW’s World Leaders series interviews Wale Davies, Sony Music Publishing's Head of A&R for Africa
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TikTok #NewMusic discovery hub launched today with 22.2B viewsTikTok’s new music discovery hub officially launched on Friday, June 9th, after amassing more than 22.2 billion views during beta. The update formalizes searching for new music on the platform.. Continue reading
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How to use Spotify pre-saves to boost a new releaseThis week’s Hypebot Flashback Friday post focuses on Spotify pre-saves, and we’ve added an important update. With 120,000 tracks uploaded to music streamers daily and music discovery increasingly driven by. Continue reading
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How to start an independent Record LabelInterested in launching your own record label? In this post from independent music distributor Symphonic, you’ll get a rundown of how to get started and the most important steps. by. Continue reading
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HYBE is raising a stack of capital to buy Latin Music companies. Who might it target?MBW picks out 10 companies that might just be on the minds of Scooter Braun and HYBE Chairman, Bang Si-Hyuk
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Industry Icons Stewart & Salvatore CRAS Headline Inspirational Event for CRAS StudentsThe Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences (CRAS; www.cras.edu), the premier institution for audio engineering education, is proud to announce that it once again recently hosted renowned industry professionals Candace Stewart of East West Studios and Paula Salvatore of Universal Music Group at its Gilbert, Ariz. campus. Stewart and Salvatore led a panel discussion on the state of the industry and to inspire students who are about to start their pro audio careers.

“For 20 years, we have had these two incredible industry leaders selflessly share their perspectives on the audio industry and offer sage advice to our students,” said Kirt Hamm, CRAS administrator. “These two amazing ladies have touched the lives of thousands of our students over the years in an effort to provide the insight and direction that will guide them in the music recording industry as they well know it.”

Both Stewart (studio manager at East West Studios), and Salvatore (V.P. Client Relations and Studio Marketing, Universal Music Group) are on the CRAS Advisory Board, and come to the school’s campus once a year to speak to the students about the realities of the industry, what it takes to work in a studio environment, and to provide guidance on the dos and don’ts as a recently turned audio pro in the industry.

They discussed the interviewing process along with how to offer a proper presentation, while also commenting on how to present themselves and make the best impression. Stewart and Salvatore both encouraged them to start their careers by getting as close to their desired job description as possible and practice patience.

“A lot of what we talk about is how we think the students should direct their focus, such as music recording, post, broadcast, etc.,” explained Stewart, who has been the CRAS Advisory Board Chairperson since 2002. “We also gently explain how to manage their expectations and how to allow themselves enough time to really learn all the different skills both technical and social involved in recording engineering. It's always great to meet the students and hear what they are hoping to achieve, as well as it being quite rewarding to be able to help them along their journeys.”

Stewart has been a studio manager for nearly 40 years and said it has been her privilege to serve artists, engineers, and producers and help bring their musical visions to life. “My advice to the students is to listen to their teachers and learn not only the technical skills required in order to become a successful audio engineer but to also pay attention to the social skills required. Artists are sensitive, and being a good hang and knowing how to ‘read the room’ so that you are an asset to the session and not a distraction. I hire GRAS grads because I know they are getting a great foundation from the curriculum with professionals as their teachers.”

Salvatore agreed with Stewart’s sentiments, and added, “We shared some fun stories about our interaction with artists and how to handle strange situations and keep a sense of humor. We explained some problems and incidents that needed extra care when finding solutions. Most importantly, we expressed the importance of keeping their passions alive and allow time for things to come together and make the most of all encounters.”

With a legacy of managing legendary recording facilities and establishing viable and lasting relationships within the music industry including artists, producers and engineers, Salvatore has enjoyed her continued interaction with CRAS students for the better part of the past two decades.

“By sharing new ideas and industry developments with Kirt (Hamm), the extraordinary CRAS staff and, most importantly, with the eager students, we can inspire the next generation of audio professionals with our personal experiences and stories,” Salvatore continued. “We want to give them an honest and authentic example on how to survive and navigate their career in a creative environment.”

Said CRAS student DAndre Creer, “Candace and Paula gave everyone amazing insight going into the industry, but what stuck out to me was how they were themselves. You could tell that they practiced what they preached and took studio etiquette seriously.”

Added CRAS student AJ Frable, “The presentation was funny, enjoyable, full of good information, and included a lot of industry insight. Hearing [Candace and Paula’s] stories, which were both serious and humorous, helped provide some context as to what students can expect if they go into the studio realm after CRAS.”

The Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences is composed of two nearby campuses in Gilbert and Tempe, Ariz. A CRAS education includes broadcast audio, live sound, film and TV audio, music, and video game audio, all taught by award-winning instructors who have all excelled in their individual fields, including sound reinforcement, audio recording and production, digital recording, troubleshooting/maintenance, and music business.

CRAS structured programs and highly qualified teaching staff provide a professional and supportive atmosphere, which is complemented by its small class sizes allowing for individual instruction and assistance for students in engineering audio recordings. CRAS has been providing quality vocational training in audio recording for more than three decades. The curriculum and equipment are constantly being updated to keep pace with the rapid advancements in the music and sound recording industries. CRAS’ course offerings and subject matter have always centered around the skills and knowledge necessary for students’ success in the audio recording industries.

The 11-month program is designed to allow every student access to learn and train in all of the Conservatory’s studios which are comprised with state-of-the-art audio recording and mixing gear, the same equipment used in today’s finest studios and remote broadcast facilities, including Pro Tools 12, API Legacy consoles, SSL AWS consoles, Studer Vista consoles, and much more. All students must complete a 280-hour industry internship to graduate from the Master Recording Program II that may ultimately lead to industry employment.

For more information on the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences, please visit www.cras.edu, contact Kirt Hamm, administrator, at 1-800-562-6383, or email to info@cras.edu.

DistroKid faces potential class-action lawsuit over how it handles takedown requestsComplaint argues that DistroKid breached its fiduciary duty
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How AI can generate new revenue for existing music catalogsAlongside concerns about how AI will change music and the music industry for the worse is the realization that there are many ways that it can improve it. One application. Continue reading
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The Musician’s Guide to Physical Product SalesEven though most music is streamed digitally these days, physical products are proving to be especially crucial for artists, and here’s how… by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 If you’re. Continue reading
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