Utopia axes 5% of staff as company shuts down R&D operations in the UK and FinlandA spokesperson told MBW that, 'Utopia is currently streamlining its organization to increase efficiency'.
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Free Touring for Musicians Berklee course launches on CourseraLearn the basics of successful touring with a new free course created by Hypebot Editor and longtime booking agent Bruce Houghton for Berklee and Coursera. This short four-lesson Berklee Coursera. Continue reading
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A Beginner’s Guide to Threads for MusiciansThreads is growing in popularity by the day, so now is the time to get familiar and involved with Meta and Instagram’s social media platform. by CRISTINA CANO from DIY Musician. Continue reading
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Warner Music, TikTok cut deal that all artists should be interested inWarner Music Group and TikTok have teamed up to ensure that musicians get the compensation they deserve for having their music used on the app. Here are the details… by. Continue reading
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Getting It Done: Last week in D.I.Y & Indie MusicThis week, our tips and advice for the independent, do-it-yourselfers out there covered how to legally release a cover song, how to utilize your analytics, and more… 5 Questions to. Continue reading
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REWIND: The new music industry’s week in reviewA busy week by any definition, the music industry was no exception, with TikTok Music getting ready for the US, the stock market meets the music industry, and more… Vinyl. Continue reading
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Spotify to raise U.S Subscription priceSpotify will finally follow its major streaming music competitors and raise its U.S. premium subscription price from $9.99 to $10,99. The major record labels have been calling on Spotify to. Continue reading
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Grammy Museum Announces Summer ProgrammingPhoto by Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for The Recording Academy

UPCOMING GRAMMY MUSEUM IN-PERSON PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

7:30 p.m.

A Conversation With Taj Mahal

Four-time GRAMMY-winner Taj Mahal will discuss the making of his album Savoy.

Thursday, July 27, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Spotlight: Ibrahim Maalouf with Special Guest Angélique Kidjo

The GRAMMY-nominated artist & trumpeter will discuss his latest projects and collaborations, followed by a performance. 

Friday, July 28, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Summer Spotlight Series with GALE

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to attend an exclusive performance with Latin Pop's new It Girl, GALE… By invitation only! Sign up at LaMusica.com for your chance to win a ticket for you and a guest to be part of this unique experience with GALE on Friday, July 28!

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Under The Welcome Mat: Rolling Up The Welcome Mat Short Film Screening & Conversation With Kelsea Ballerini

Join us for a very special, exclusive screening of Kelsea's brand new short film surrounding her latest album, followed by an intimate conversation. 

Friday, August 4, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Spotlight: Stephen Sanchez

Stephen Sanchez will join us on the Rooftop to discuss his rising career, breakout song “Until I Found You,” and latest music, followed by a performance.

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

7:30 p.m.

A Conversation With Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins Moderated by Allison Hagendorf

Front man Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins will discuss his career, recent music, creative process and more

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Spotlight: Nanna

Nanna Hilmarsdóttir from the band Of Monsters and Men will discuss her first new solo album and perform.

Thursday, August 10, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Spotlight: Ambré

GRAMMY award-winning self-taught musician, producer, and writer Ambré will discuss her new project, who's loving you?, and perform. 

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Spotlight: Reneé Rapp

The incredible rising star will discuss her career launch, new music, and perform.

For more information and ticket links to programs, click here: grammymuseum.org/visit/public-programs

Spotify to finally raise flagship Premium price in the US next week, reports Wall Street JournalMore price rises coming in multiple global territories from Daniel Ek's company, says WSJ
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PRS Announces Special John McLaughlin GuitarPRS Guitars has announced a Limited-Edition Private Stock John McLaughlin Signature model. Only 200 of these instruments will be made in 2023.

The PRS Private Stock John McLaughlin is a classic instrument that has been meticulously spec’d by Paul Reed Smith to honor John McLaughlin. All of the woods were specially chosen by Smith for their tone, figure, and weight. The specs are fairly straightforward: maple top, mahogany back, hormigo neck (a tone wood used on marimbas for sound-producing tines) with an African blackwood fretboard, 22 frets, 25” scale length, Pattern neck, PRS’s patented Gen III tremolo, and PRS Phase III tuners.

Some of the more particular details on this model are in the finish, pickups, and electronics. The guitar is finished in high-gloss nitro with an unfinished neck with clear grain filler for a smooth, natural playing feel. The TCI pickups feature American Alnico and are paired with volume and tone controls with a 3-way toggle pickup switch and two mini-toggle EQ switches. The mini-toggles act as tuned high-pass filters when engaged (in the up position), removing shelved low-end and allowing the high frequencies through for more clarity and musical highs.

“Playing music is a way of being. Playing an instrument requires you to move out of the normal level of consciousness. If you’re thinking, you’re not playing. If you’re playing, you’re not thinking. If you have problems with your instrument, you’re not going to move out of the thinking zone and into your own world. This is why I love my guitar. For me, it’s perfect.” – John McLaughlin

“Being John’s guitar maker is an honor I fought decades for, and to now be able to give him a signature model is a special moment for me and hopefully the industry,” said Paul Reed Smith. “These guitars were designed to both feel like magic when you pick them up but also disappear in your hands so you can just focus on playing. John is capable of playing at extraordinary speed and with this instrument, you hear every note. Finding that balance as a guitar maker and coaxing every bit of sound out of the guitar was the key.”

Paul Reed Smith and Paul Miles have signed each Private Stock John McLaughlin model on the back of the headstock. As an added detail, John McLaughlin has autographed the backplate of each instrument.

For complete specifications and a video from John McLaughlin, please visit www.prsguitars.com.

About PRS Guitars:

PRS Guitars is a leading manufacturer of high-quality instruments in Stevensville, Maryland and has provided some of the world’s most renowned musicians with instruments since 1985. The PRS team of highly skilled craftspeople design and build a wide variety of musical instruments and gear for worldwide distribution, including electric, acoustic, and bass guitars as well as boutique-style guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. The PRS SE Series complements the Maryland-made PRS line by offering highly approachable and more affordable electric, acoustic, and bass guitars. Carlos Santana, Mark Tremonti, John Mayer, Jimmy Herring, Myles Kennedy, Zach Myers, Mark Holcomb, Tim Pierce, Orianthi, David Grissom, Mark Lettieri, and Rhonda Smith are among the artists currently playing PRS instruments and/or amplifiers.

PRS Guitars Info: www.prsguitars.com

From TikTok and Warner’s licensing deal to Jungkook’s global streaming success… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-UpThis week's biggest stories...
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Musician Jackie Venson calls out predatory behavior by venues, promotersBy many measures, independent musician Jackie Venson is having a great year. But shifts in booking, venue, and merch policies are threatening the one source of income she and most. Continue reading
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Why TikTok launching a music streaming service matters so muchWe’ve heard whispers in the industry of TikTok launching its own music streaming service for a while now. Finally, they’ve just rolled out the first iterations of it in select. Continue reading
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8 Tips to help you successfully pre-promote your next releaseMaking the music is only half the battle, now that it’s time for promoting you may have a lot to learn when it comes to getting the word out about. Continue reading
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John Lennon Songwriting Contest Presents: SUMMER SONGSIf you’re like us, you’re dripping sweat and bargaining, if not fighting, over who gets to sit closest to the air conditioning. Temperatures are HIGH. And that means it’s time for a SUMMER SONGS contest.

Summer songs connect us to some of the most memorable times of our lives.Hot, steamy, lazy, funny, or revolutionary.Pool parties, ocean breezes, BBQs, sweltering streets and ice cream treats. Summer is a vibe.

SUMMER SONGS is a weekly contest. 1 winner is selected each week. Entry deadlines are each SUNDAY at 11:59pm PDT. Winners will be announced on Monday.

Follow @lennonbus on Instagram and @theJLSC on Facebook for the hottest news.

You could win from the following Summer Songs prizes:

Epiphone Casino guitar

Apogee BOOM audio interface

SSL Native Essentials plugins

Audio-Technica wireless headphones

Reason+

Sonicbids Gig-Seeker Pro

Neutrik *Special Edition* John Lennon Educational Tour Bus instrument cable

All Summer Songs entries will also compete in Session II of the 2023 contest. 1 Song = 2 ways to win.