Helping Artists identify and nurture Spotify Super ListenersAs a fans move along the path from initial discovery to superfan, being active listener is an important milestone in the journey. As their own plans for superfans take shape, the streamer is helping artists identify and nurture Spotify Super Listeners.
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Top 5 Best Selling Merch for MusiciansThinking about selling merch but not sure where to start? Learn the best selling merch for musicians. They are easy to launch, customizable, and perfect for musicians at any stage.
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Producer Lex Luger and Lemonaide launch ‘creator-first’ AI Model with BeatStarsThe Lex Luger AI Model offers music creators royalty-free WAV and MIDI loops generated in Luger’s signature style
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The Best Gig I Ever Saw: Nova Twins Debate Beyoncé and DeftonesUK alt-rock duo Nova Twins told us about their Beyoncé and Deftones experiences...Georgia South: The best gig I have ever been to would be Beyoncé on the I Am Sasha Fierce Tour. I would have been no older than 11 years old, and my curious mind was blown by the sheer power of Queen Bey and her incredible all-female band commanding the stage. I went with my family for my dad’s birthday. Originally, our seats were up in the heavens, but due to late postage, they compensated us with 3rd-row seats! This was definitely one of the catalysts for wanting to pursue being a bass player in a band. I saw her bassist Divinity Roxx and guitarist Bibi McGill whipping their dreadlocks and head-banging their afros wildly, doing killer solos in front of a roaring arena. I could feel the sweat dripping off Beyoncé’s face as she prowled across the stage. My feet were firmly planted on the ground, mesmerized and in a trance for the entire performance. These women played such an important moment in history, one that I’m so grateful for and will never forget.Amy Love: The best gig I have ever seen is such a hard question. Queen B brings such an incredible production, and her performance is unmatched, so I have to mention her. But also, there was this incredible moment where we were playing a festival in Australia, and we got to watch Deftones in Brisbane side stage in the middle of the city. Their cinematic music against the skyscraper backdrop, twinned with the sunset melting away into the night sky and a sea of mosh pits as far as the eye could see, was a sight to behold. It was so stunning and mesmerizing.Nova Twins play Zebulon on July 23. The Parasites and Butterflies album is out August 29.(Photo courtesy of Nova Twins)

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UK adds songwriter stipends, ups session fees 40%. Is US next?Sony, Universal, and Warner Music have committed to new policies that mean tens of millions of new dollars for UK songwriters and musicians over the next 5 years. As the UK adds songwriter stipends, increases session fees 40% and forgives legacy contract advances, will the US follow?
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Live Music News: VenuesNow, Eurosonic, Outside Lands & MoreIn the latest live music news, the initial schedule for the VenuesNow Conference 2025 has been released, Sessions will include booking trends, premium experiences, revenue generation, tech innovations, sustainability and more. 
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Experience your gear exactly as it was meant to sound.Wolff Audio released a statement on Tuesday, enthusiastically introducing the public to the 500 Series RefPre. "The preamp that champions ribbon mics without ever coloring your sound," they said. "Its ultra‑transparent, transformerless design and minimal signal path ensure every nuance of your mic’s smooth highs and rich lows comes through pure and untouched."The preamp, they say, is for "when you need to tame a high‑output ribbon or coax delicate detail from vintage models."Details, directly from Wolff Audio, are as follows.Ribbon‑Ready Gain: Stepped rotary control from –10 dB to 60 dB, plus a dedicated +10 dB ribbon circuit with auto‑impedance matching and phantom‑power lockout

Pristine Headroom: +28 dBu output and –125 dBu EIN keep noise and distortion invisible. Even at extreme settings

Pro‑Level Tools: 80 Hz high‑pass filter, polarity switch, front‑panel Hi‑Z input, and hard‑wired relay bypass for true signal integrity

Rock‑Solid Reliability: All gain stages and switches are relay‑based, built to last session after session"Originally crafted for the Wolff Console, RefPre shines as a stand‑alone 500‑series module in studios, broadcast suites, or any rig that demands total fidelity," they say. "Swap in RefPre for your ribbon, dynamic, or condenser mics—and rediscover what transparent really means. Ready to elevate your recordings? Try RefPre today and experience your gear exactly as it was meant to sound."LEARN MOREThe post Experience your gear exactly as it was meant to sound. first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal pioneer, dies aged 76"It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning," said his family in a statement
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Setmixer live recordings offer new Income for Artists & VenuesSetmixer has built and launched a platform that, once installed in a music venue, delivers quality live recordings for sale to fans within 12 hours.
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15 Ways to Make Money From Live ShowsMost musicians focus on ticket sales, but that's just the start. These 15 ideas show how to make money from live shows while also connecting with fans.
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8 Rising Artists You Don't Want To Miss at LollapaloozaAs the hullabaloo of Chicago's annual music festival approaches, many may be excited to see headlining artists, but with over 170 acts performing over the course of 4 days, there is so much more to get familiar with before July 31st. From up-and-coming bands to artists already legendary in their niche, here are eight rising artists to look out for at Lollapalooza 2025

Signing Stories: N8NOFACE Date Signed: March 2025 Label: Stones Throw Records Type of Music: Synth-Punk Management: Daniel Hall (Worldwide) Booking: Nick Storch Legal: Bryan Christner A&R: Peanut Butter Wolf Web: n8noface.la Anyone who has seen N8NOFACE (pronounced Nate No Face) live won’t forget the experience in a hurry. The synth-punk provocateur (think L.A. pioneers the Screamers, but more unhinged) has mastered the ability to grab a melody and then twist it round his hairless cranium and impressive moustache, the result emerging from his tear-filled ocular cavities like a dancing Basket Case mutant. It’s a mad, unpredictable situation, and yet it all started with MySpace. “When MySpace first started, I made really weird songs and posted them on there, being too shy to tell people it was me, constantly changing the ‘band name’ of the page,” he tells MC. “People in my city started to dig the page, making some noise among artists and bands of my city. I finally settled on the name N8NOFACE (Nathan being my real name) when I came out and revealed myself. The idea being no face or any particular sound—do what I want, which is everything.” N8NOFACE was a fan of Stones Throw Records, long before signing on with them himself. “Being a hip-hop head who also loves different styles of music, Stones Throw was that label,” he says. “Then in L.A., finally meeting and becoming friends with Peanut Butter Wolf, getting to send him stuff from time to time and then him remixing a song of mine. The relationship was building, then I sent him the latest project produced by Chico Mann, he was like ‘Let’s do some stuff.’ I was with it.” His latest release is “Waiting to Wait for You.” “Chico Mann produced, performed, and wrote all the music on this,” he says. “I just came up with the words and singing. I wrote the song about someone waiting for their partner to get dressed before they both step out. ‘I watched you try five outfits on, I'd wait and watch five thousand more,’ is the first line." N8NOFACE will celebrate the Stones Throw deal with an EP this summer, and he’s hitting the road with Eyedress in July before going back into the studio to record a debut album for release in 2026. The man just won’t stay still. The post Signing Stories: N8NOFACE first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Meta rejects EU’s AI Code of Practice, even as AI giants Anthropic and OpenAI say they will sign onThe EU's Code of Practice restricts how tech companies can collect copyrighted content to train their AI
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Is playing live worth it? Two questions help decideIs playing live worth it? It's harder than ever to perform live and tour profitably. The reasons are many, but the main culprits are rising costs and increased competition.
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How to Find Music PR Teams That Actually Understand YouA PR firm can help a music career skyrocket, but only if you choose the right one. Learn how to find music PR teams, the key traits to look for and red flags to avoid before making this critical investment.
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