Harmonizing Economics: The Unseen Power of Music in Urban Revival [Kyle Bylin]Former Hypebot Editor Kyle Bylin is back with a dive into how music can unite residents and drive economic development if communities look beyond superstars and corporate music behemoths, nurture. Continue reading
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A Guide set up and make the most of TikTok’s Music TabTikTok’s Music Tab is a great way to highlight your most popular tracks right on your profile for everyone to see. If you haven’t set yours up yet, here’s how. Continue reading
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Why Bar Music Is So Damn Loud?To provide a sliver of distraction to a week filled with very difficult news, this week’s Hypebot Flashback Friday focuses on a frivolous subject: “Why is bar music so damn. Continue reading
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XCHANGE Celebrates 2 Million TransactionsXCHANGE Market Corp. has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing 2 million transactions in music software digital distribution.

Before XCHANGE, music software was normally packaged, shipped, and stocked physically in music retail stores and their warehouses, all for a simple code printed on paper. Launched in 2009, XCHANGE was created as a better alternative to selling audio software in the retail environment. The company serves as a business-to-business purchasing platform for music retailersto order products from manufacturers and then sell these products to its customers online. This strategy allows retailers and manufacturers to expand and scale their businesses globally by networking and connecting to deliver digital software licenses. While simultaneously serving the needs of retailers, XCHANGE offers manufacturers a portal to manage their retail connections, set prices, import digital codes for immediate sale, and create and distribute promotions, all within a centralized interface.

This setup represents a paradigm shift in the way music software is sold and delivered, enabling customers to purchase and receive licenses in seconds rather than days and weeks and eliminating costs associated with manufacturing, shipping, warehousing, and shrinkage. The company boasts of saving countless trees, gas, time, and energy. 2 million transactions on XCHANGE means they have saved the MI industry from creating 2 million packaging boxes for music software.

“Congratulations to XCHANGE on 2 million transactions! It’s been a strong partnership for Sweetwater for over a decade and we look forward to continuing our partnership for many more years. Our shared passion for helping customers achieve their musical dreams as quickly and easily as possible has created amazing growth over these last 11 years.”

- John Hopkins, CEO, Sweetwater

Businesses can participate in this music software boon by joining XCHANGE today. Its digital delivery platform, with an emphasis on automation and integration, as well as subscription and rent-to-own features make it a desirable tool for retailers to deliver countless software titles to customers instantly. There are more than 7,000 products to sell, no reseller fees, no inventory stocking requirements, and products are delivered in seconds anywhere in the world 24/7. More sales, more profits.

Learn more or sign up for free today at www.xchangemarket.com

Major record companies hate AI voice-cloning platforms that don’t pay. The one they hate most was created by a 20-year-old UK student.How the RIAA is tuning its legal attention towards a 20-year-old UK student who is making "quite a lot" of money from his AI site
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Superfan platform Fave raises $2m in strategic funding from Warner Music, Sony Music and moreCompany says that it expects the ongoing funding round to reach $6 million
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Hypebot is giving away 10 Free Badges to Music Tectonics Conference!Hypebot has partnered with the Music Tectonics Conference being held this October 24-26 in Santa Monica, CA, to give away ten free badges to the event. Each badge is currently valued at. Continue reading
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3 Most Important Social Media Trends of 2023In a recent study by Social Media Today reveals three notable social media trends that give music marketers insight into the future. by Bobby Owsinski from Music 3.0 One of. Continue reading
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IEBA Awards celebrate the live entertainment industry’s bestIEBA, a trade group for the live entertainment industry, held its 53rd Annual Conference this week in Nashville. Hosted by Jo Dee Messina, it’s Honors and Awards Ceremony recognized 17. Continue reading
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HiFi acquired by TIDAL parent BlockBesides TIDAL, and now HiFi, Block also owns Cash App, a person-to-person payments app, the buy-now-pay-later platform Afterpay and web hosting service Weebly.
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Universal Music Group’s share price just hit a 12-month high, as company’s market cap climbs to $49 billionNews comes after a number of prominent Wall Street analysts maintained a 'Buy' rating on UMG's stock
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Taylor Swift, Nikki Sixx, Dave Matthews, Rick Allen Donate to Raven Drum Foundation AuctionFor the third year in a row, Raven Drum Foundation (RDF) brings together an all-star group of musicians to raise funds for Veterans, first responders, and others dealing with trauma. In addition to RDF co-founder Rick Allen (legendary drummer of Def Leppard), celebrities who have contributed items include Taylor Swift, Nikki Sixx & Tommy Lee (Motley Crue), Todd Sucherman and Styx, Matt Sorum (Guns N’ Roses, The Cult, Velvet Revolver), Fred Armisen, and many more. Through a partnership with Musicians on Call, a Dave Matthews guitar featuring his one-of-kind hand-drawn artwork will be offered to help fund an ongoing partnership with Raven Drum to bring live music to bedsides in VA hospitals around the country.

Founded in 2001 by Allen and his wife, singer-songwriter and healing arts practitioner Lauren Monroe, Raven Drum Foundation serves, educates, and empowers trauma survivors and communities in crisis, with a focus on Veterans and First Responders. By integrating advocacy, storytelling, music, and arts programs and events, the organization brings the tools and experiences of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to support and inspire mental health, resiliency, and unity.

“I recently had the chance to attend a Raven Drum Foundation event and was really impacted by the healing effect the drum circle and joining together in a shared rhythm with a community of people had on me. I’m happy to support Raven Drum’s mission by donating one of my signature bass guitars, along with a few other items, including a scarf worn on stage with Mötley Crüe, some signed books, and my custom picks.” - Nikki Sixx (Mötley Crüe)

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Spotify issues guide to help Artists to ‘Get Ready For Wrapped’Spotify’s annual Wrapped year-end recaps have become a common cultural moment for fans and the artists they love. To help artists prepare to make the most of the moment, Spotify. Continue reading
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How Roc Nation streamed a last-minute Victory rooftop showcaseSingle shares how they helped Roc Nation and Victory tackle the challenge of planning, promoting, and putting on a last-minute livestream show for Victory. from Single Roc Nation recently held. Continue reading
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6 Creative Ways to Stand Out from the CompetitionThe music industry is a competitive sea of talent, making it difficult to make waves. Here are a few ways you can use your creativity and business skills to get. Continue reading
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