Primary Wave acquires catalog from Dennis DeYoung, founding member of rock band StyxDeYoung penned seven of the band’s eight Top 10 Billboard hits
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Why isn’t Hip Hop conquering Live Music as it has Streaming?The new “Return to live” study by MIDiA Research based on data from Bandsintown showed that Hip Hop ranks lower in genres that music listeners prefer to see live. Report. Continue reading
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Facebook is Out and Fizz is In on College CampusesSocial media platform Fizz IS giving early Facebook users deja vu with how it performs on college campuses. But does it have the potential to stick around? Keep reading to. Continue reading
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GRAMMY U drops college enrollment requirement, opens to anyone 18-29GRAMMY U has dropped its college enrollment requirement and opened membership to anyone between the ages of 18 and 29. Founded by the Recording Academy in 2006, Grammy U provides opportunities for. Continue reading
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Bull City Summit Incubator: Zroverse & the Virtual Commerce Revolution

BCS 2023 INCUBATOR:ZROVERSE AND THE VIRTUAL COMMERCE REVOLUTIONSamya Potlapalli (Junior Software Developer, Zroverse) First there was real commerce (in person), then came e-commerce (see some pics, add to cart, and enter your card info), and now there is V-commerce - wait what? Virtual commerce, in person experiences but online. If one wanted to go to Dubai and had no money, Google lets them go there via Google street view. What If I wanted to go shopping inside the stores or experience something beyond the streets? Samya Potlapalli, Zroverse Junior Software Developer and Computer Science major at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, presents Zroverse -- a new platform built for the Metaverse that will reshape the every day customer's shopping experience.Wednesday, September 20, 2023 | 3:45pm - 4:45pmThe Durham Armory 

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SiriusXM responds to new $150M SoundExchange lawsuitSiriusXM has responded to the SoundExchange lawsuit alleging more than $150M in unpaid royalties and late fees owed for the use of recordings on the satellite streaming service. The suit. Continue reading
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SoundExchange sues SiriusXM over alleged $150m in unpaid royalties owed to artists and rightsholders'SiriusXM has and continues to wrongfully exploit the rules to significantly underpay the satellite royalties that it owes,' said SoundExchange President and CEO Michael Huppe
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Concord buys portion of song catalog of ‘Hey There Delilah’ writer and Plain White T’s frontman, Tom Higgenson'Hey There Delilah' has been streamed over 960 million times on Spotify alone
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SoundExchange sues SiriusXM for more than $150M in unpaid royaltiesSoundExchange has filed a lawsuit against SiriusXM to recover what it says are substantial unpaid royalties and late fees owed under the Copyright Act for the use of recordings on. Continue reading
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77% of US festival goers say they plan to use drugs thereAccording to a new survey, 77% of US festival-goers admit they plan to use drugs during their next festival. That’s a very sobering stat for festival organizers in two distinctly. Continue reading
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Donner Releases B1 Synth Update, Introduces 'Song Mode'Chinese musical instrument manufacturer Donner announced the release of the latest firmware update, V1.1.0, for the Essential B1 Bass Synthesizer, their first analog bassline synthesizer with sequencer. This major update brings a host of exciting new features, enhancements, and bug fixes, making the Essential B1 even more versatile and user-friendly.

SONG MODE Unleashes Infinite Creativity

With the V1.1.0 firmware update and the introduction of SONG MODE, a feature that extends the sequencer from 16 steps to an astounding 256 steps, users can now chain up to 16 patterns, creating seamless transitions and expanding the possibilities of music creation. The new SONG MODE can be switched automatically or manually using the 16 designated buttons, providing quick access to 16 favorite patterns.

Other Updates from the V1.1.0

In addition to the groundbreaking SONG MODE, the V1.1.0 firmware update brings several enhancements and bug fixes, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable user experience.

Firmware Version Display

Upon power on, the LED screen now displays the firmware version for easy reference.

Improved Step Editing

The back-lit keypads now indicate the pitch of each step during REC/EDIT mode, facilitating precise adjustments.

Streamlined Parameter Adjustment

Adjusting OCT, GATE LENGTH, and RATCHET for each step is now faster and more intuitive by holding the corresponding button and pressing the↑/ ↓ buttons.

Smart Save Indicator 

Whenever unsaved changes are present in the sequence, the SAVE button will light up, and when switching patterns without saving, the SAVE button will flash briefly for confirmation.

Enhanced Random Note Generator Access

The Random Note Generator is now accessible via PLAY/STOP + REC/EDIT, simplifying the process during sequence playback.

Improved Clear/Rest Function

To clear the pending pattern, use PLAY/STOP + CLEAR/REST instead of PATTERN + CLEAR/REST.

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Beggars Group’s revenue up 13.9% YoY in 2022, but inflation, stagnant streaming prices take bite out of profitUK-headquartered firm recently revealed its earnings for 2022 in a regulatory filing to UK Companies House
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Elon Musk’s X files motion to dismiss music publishers’ $250m+ copyright lawsuit; NMPA says platform has ‘consistently failed’ to stop ‘rampant piracy’ on its platformTwitter / X has filed a motion to dismiss the complaint 'in its entirety'
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Vote for our SXSW panel ‘Who Gives A Sh!t About Marketing Live Music’The SXSW PANELPICKER is open, and we need your vote for the “Who Gives A Sh!t About Marketing Live Music” panel. Anyone can sign up for a free SXSW account. Continue reading
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Can Taylor Swift and Beyoncé save the economy? What the data says about music tourismTatiana Cirisano of MIDiA Research looks at how concerts by big-name artists like Taylor Swift and Beyoncé boost tourism and stimulate local economies. Be sure to join Tatiana, her MIDIA. Continue reading
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