Royer Labs Announces dBooster2Royer Labs announced the dBooster2 Dual Channel Mic Lifter and DI. Building upon the success of the company’s original dBooster, the dBooster2 provides two channel operation, with either channel being able to double as a super clean DI for electric guitars and bass or any unbalanced mono or stereo input.In terms of its design, the dBooster2 adds ¼-inch audio inputs with the same high fidelity as its Lo-Z inputs. The unit’s Hi-Z inputs can be switched between 0dB and +8dB of gain, and the two channels are completely independent from one another—enabling one to use a channel, for example, on guitar while the other channel accommodates a microphone. The dBooster2’s Class A input stages deliver crystal clean gain with virtually no noise or self-distortion.Designed like the front end of a high-end preamp, the dBooster2 lets users choose between more than doubling the mic’s original input signal to quadrupling it—all while maintaining an unrivalled amount of headroom with no loss of gain, regardless of the mic and preamp being used.When using the dBooster2’s DI inputs, users can select 0dB (unity) gain, or switch to 8dB of gain if more level is required, still taking advantage of the dBooster’s ultra-clean high-end electronics. In mic mode, the 20dB setting quadruples the input signal, providing plenty of clean boost for recording softer instruments and vocalists. For higher volume sources, users can switch to the 12dB setting to keep from overloading the preamp or digital interface with unmatched dynamic range.Dave Bryce, VP of Sales & Marketing at Royer Labs, commented on the company’s new dBooster2 Dual Channel Audio Lifter and DI, “The dBooster2 is the audiophile mic lifter. There truly is nothing else on the market that performs or sounds anywhere near it. Being designed like the front end of a high-end preamp, it delivers Immaculate sonic performance. The dBooster2 is not just louder, it’s better in every way. I encourage musicians and audio engineers alike to check it out.”The Royer Labs dBooster2 Dual Channel Audio Lifter and DI is available now. For pricing, contact your authorized Royer Labs dealer or contact Royer Labs at sales@royerlabs.com.royerlabs.comThe post Royer Labs Announces dBooster2 first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Official Spotify Fan Engagement Guide 2025 publishedTurn casual listeners into loyal fans with Campaign Kit, the official Spotify fan engagement guide.. From playlist pitching to Discovery Mode, learn how these powerful tools can grow an audience, reactivate past listeners, and deepen the fan relationship.
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Chappell Roan demands artist living wage in Grammy speechChappel Roan took home the 2025 Grammy for Best New Artist and delivered a powerful call for record labels to protect the artists their business is built on. Read the full text and watch a video of Roan's speech.
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Nathaniel Harder enlists Berklee Online peers for film soundtrackNathaniel Harder turned his Berklee Online education into a career-launching opportunity, scoring the dark comedy "Thank You, Places!" with the help of his former classmates. Despite a tight budget and post-pandemic challenges, their collaboration created a cohesive 31-song soundtrack that set the stage for Harder’s next big projects.
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TikTok rival Triller secures $50m in equity fundingFunding round was secured through a private placement with institutional investors
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SM Entertainment majority shareholder Kakao is building a superfan app to take on HYBE’s Weverse (report)Unlike HYBE's Weverse, Kakao’s BERRIZ will incorporate content from Korean movies, dramas, and webtoons
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On… Lola Young, M-UK-GA!, and communing.MBW founder Tim Ingham's latest Review commentary
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Gallery: Glassnote welcomes in 2025 at HMV Oxford StreetEvent at HMV's historic 363 Oxford Street store was attended by quite the who's who of the UK music biz
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DIY and Independent Musician News Last WeekLast week, our independent musician news, tips and advice covered the hit new Spotify book, successful strategies for touring, 2025 social media trends to look out for, and more...
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Top Music Business News Last WeekA busy week by any definition, music business news last week was no exception, with Dave Cool making a move, Pluggnb rising as a top genre, Music vs Big Tech, the MLC Spotify lawsuit dismissed, and more...
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Warner Bros. Discovery strikes JV with Cutting Edge to co-own vast catalog of film and TV music, in deal worth $1bn+Companies create a JV to co-own catalog of more than 400,000 compositions and song cues
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Portugal. The Man & Friends Join Forces For Rare Disease Month To Fund Research & Treatment

February 1 kicks off Rare Disease Month, an annual extension of Rare Disease Day, aimed at highlighting the experiences and challenges families navigating rare diseases face, while providing the community an opportunity to support the cause all month long. Portland-based, Grammy Award-winning, alternative rock band, Portugal. The Man has announced several February activations, all designed to help rally their audience and the public around funding rare disease research and treatment. PTM will be partnering with the Portland Trail Blazers, Paul Williams, Cinema 21, Revolutions Per Movie, Stormbreaker Brewing, AVP Wine Collective, and more. “As our family navigates the complexities and financial burden of funding research and treatment for DHDDS we just want to take a moment to thank the community for rallying behind Frances.” said Zoe Manville of Portugal. The Man. “We could not do this without your love and support and we hope you will join us this month as we raise awareness and funds for rare disease.” All of the events are open to the public, as are all specialty merch drops and fundraisers. Below is a calendar of Rare Diseases Month events you can attend with Portugal. The Man, with proceeds going to Cure DHDDS and Frances Changed My Life.RARE DISEASE MONTH 2025 Sunday, February 1 — Special Merch Drop in support of Frances Changed My Life(PRE-ORDER HERE) Friday, February 7 — Revolutions Per Movie fundraiser event with Paul Wiliams and Portugal. The Man (TICKETS + INFO) Thursday, February 20 — Court of Dreams with Portugal. The Man and the Portland Trail Blazers (TICKETS + INFO) Friday, February 28 — Rare Disease Day PTM Fundraiser Beer and Wine Launch Party with Portugal. The Man, StormBreaker Brewing, and AVP Wine Collective — Join from 6-9pm at 832 N Beech St in Portland) for a special event supporting Frances Changed My Life, alongside Portugal. The Man, StormBreaker Brewing, and AVP Wine Collective. Enjoy 4-packs of Portugal. The Man The Beer and bottles of Portugal. The Man The Wine, available for purchase, or sip on pints of beer and glasses of wine on-site. 100% of proceeds from canned beer sales at StormBreaker and $2 from every pint sold will go directly to the Frances Changed My Life campaign. Come out, raise a glass, and support a great cause!The post Portugal. The Man & Friends Join Forces For Rare Disease Month To Fund Research & Treatment first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Focusrite Launches Pro Tools Intro+If you own a Scarlett 3rd Gen, 4th Gen, or Clarett+ audio interface, you can now download a perpetual license for Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite. Focusrite teamed up with Avid to offer Scarlett 3rd Gen, 4th Gen, and Clarett+ owners a brand new Pro Tools package — Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite.Unlike previously included version, Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite is a perpetual licence — which means it’s yours, forever.Pro Tools Intro+ gives you the essential audio and MIDI tools you need for any kind of music production. Get access a curated selection of over 80 effects and instrument plugins, many of which are not included with the regular version of Pro Tools Intro and exclusive to Focusrite customers.To access your download, simply log in to your account check that you’ve registered your Scarlett 3rd Gen, 4th Gen, or Clarett+ interface, and follow the instructions.The post Focusrite Launches Pro Tools Intro+ first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

From Spotify’s $10bn music industry payout to Concord’s Johnny McDaid catalog acquisition… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-UpThe biggest stories from the past week – all in one place…
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Key Songs in the Life of… Joe HadleySpotify's partnership-focused exec selects eight tracks that helped shape who he is and what he does..
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