ELVIS Act signed into law in Tennessee to protect artists’ voice and likeness from the misuse of AIThe bipartisan ELVIS Act was signed into law on Thursday (March 21) by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee
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Fast Company Names 10 Most Innovative Music Companies of 2024Business journal Fast Company has released its annual list of Most Innovative Companies, including ten focusing on music, and it contains a few surprises.....
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Five questions to ask yourself before supporting the TikTok banBefore backing the bipartisan supported ban, maybe ask yourself these questions about the true intentions behind the bill.....
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What is the ‘right amount’ to charge for tickets to your shows? Are your shows too cheap? Or maybe you worry you are robbing people? This guide explains calculating your door charges and finding your Goldilocks ticket price.....
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Still not convinced about TikTok’s AI music ambitions? This web of patents and trademarks will change your mind.MBW has uncovered a series of US patents and trademark applications filed by a mysterious ByteDance affiliate
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James Blake joins $5-per-month ‘artist subscription’ platformVault says that "artists can share their unreleased tracks directly" with fans and "tap into a new recurring revenue stream".
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Austrian Audio Extends Warranty for Studio-Grade Line of Professional HeadphonesCustomers can now benefit from up to five years of warranty coverage on the company's finest hand-crafted headphones.

Vienna, Austria, March 19, 2024 — Austrian Audio announced that each product in its line of high-precision made-in-Austria headphones will now include up to five years of comprehensive warranty coverage.

Effective immediately, purchasers of the pro audio company’s The Composer, Hi-X65, Hi-X60, Hi-X55, or Hi-X50 headphones can register their products on Austrian Audio’s website for the five-year warranty, and retaining proof of purchase will ensure they are covered.

Designed, engineered, and built in Austria, this line of pro audio headphones from the Vienna-based company delivers immersive sound quality ideal for any professional musician, producer, engineer, or discerning audiophile.

“We believe in the quality and durability of our products,” noted Martin Seidl, Austrian Audio’s CEO. “Extending the warranty to five years reflects our confidence in the tools we make and our commitment to the artists we design them for. It’s our responsibility to provide top-tier service for these top-tier products.”

Music Biz Weekly Podcast looks back on 13 Years and 600 EpisodesCelebrating dual milestones of 13 years and 600 episodes, Music Biz Weekly co-hosts Micahel Brandvold and Jay Gilbert look back at what the internet, social media, and music marketing were like when their popular podcast launched.....
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How are Musicians & Songwriters paid? Two short Spotify videos explainHow do artists and songwriters get paid? As part of its annual Loud & Clear report on payments to musicians, Spotify has created two short videos to explain.....
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A second look at using Spotify Marquee to market music [Brian Hazard]Now that time has passed, and the platform has been adequately tested, Brian Hazard gives his updated review on Spotify's Marquee artist feature.....
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Over half of the artists who generated at least $10,000 on Spotify last year are from countries where English is not the first language"The music industry today is a more diverse and accurate reflection of the world we live in"
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This ‘secret’ composer is behind 650 fake artists on Spotify. His music has been streamed 15bn times on the platform (report)Revealed in a Dagens Nyheter expose: the musician 'behind the world's most listened to network of fake artists on Spotify'
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RED Development Welcomes Fender Musical Instruments Corp. to PVRED Development, an industry-leading commercial real estate company known for its high-performing mixed-use and retail portfolio, is adding Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), the world's leading guitar manufacturer, to its best-in-class tenant roster at PV, the highly anticipated redevelopment of the former Paradise Valley Mall, in a single-tenant office building set to open next year.

FMIC will break ground on the 80,000-square-foot, three-story building later this year, which will open to team members in fall 2025. The new building, designed by SmithGroup, will be a dynamic hub for collaboration and will boast an array of cutting-edge facilities, including a dedicated model shop for its guitar and amplifier designers, a state-of-the-art sound room, along with meeting rooms and flexible workspaces strategically designed to foster teamwork and innovation. 

An American icon, Fender was founded in Southern California and has established a worldwide influence extending from the studio to the stage and beyond. Everyone from beginners to the world’s most acclaimed artists have used FMIC instruments, amps and gear, making the company a revered industry leader and a global cultural symbol. 

“Fender’s decision to partner with RED Development reinforces our long-term commitment to Arizona and a local community we have called home since the early nineties. Our building will foster a dynamic environment that attracts top engineering, finance, IT, product development, sales, and supply chain talent. Most importantly, we believe that PV’s mixed-use offerings will enhance Fender’s culture of creativity and innovation and provide our team members with an exceptional workplace experience," said FMIC CFO Matt Janopaul.

Spanning more than 100 acres and situated in the heart of one of the most prominent neighborhoods in Phoenix, PV is a monumental mixed-use development. The master plan for the project features a plethora of dining, entertainment, retail, living and working experiences, which are linked to a more than three-acre, centrally located community open space with heavily landscaped multi-modal pathways. The scale of the project will redefine what live-work-play means.

“Welcoming an iconic brand such as Fender to PV is truly remarkable,” said Mike Ebert, managing partner at RED. “This partnership underscores the groundbreaking innovation coming to PV and the exciting developments that are shaping our community's future.”

The first phase of the massive redevelopment will open later this year, including the 400-residence multi-family building, The Blake, by StreetLights Residential. Also opening in 2024 are Whole Foods Market, Blanco Cocina + Cantina, Flower Child, Trevor’s Liquor, Sephora, Aveda, Wren House Brewing Co. and Frost Gelato.

“The PV development is booming with innovation, showcasing the considerable impact of transforming the landscape of the former Paradise Valley Mall. Adding Fender to PV is just one of the many businesses that bolster the significant changes the development is making for the future of Phoenix,” said Phoenix Community and Economic Development Director Christine Mackay.

“I am excited that Fender, a global brand, chose Phoenix to relocate their corporate headquarters. This move signifies a confidence in Phoenix,” said Vice Mayor Debra Stark, who represents District 3, where Fender will be relocating. “The new high-paying jobs that will come with this move will be a welcome boost to the local economy.”

FMIC was represented by Cresa, a leading commercial real estate advisory firm. Cresa played a pivotal role in the site selection process by conducting a comprehensive search across the Phoenix metro area and will be overseeing the entire construction process. JLL, a global brokerage firm, represented RED.  

For more information about PV and to stay updated on the latest announcements, visit pvphx.com. For more on Fender, visit fender.com.