Universal just launched a fan platform in Germany that sounds a lot like its own version of Weverse. Here’s what’s in it…Universal Music Germany has launched YOUniverse, a 'virtual and interactive fan platform…where fans can meet and interact, and in future even meet their idols'.
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Believe, TuneCore decry UMG, Deezer ‘reverse Robin Hood’ artist payoutsGlobal digital music company Believe has taken aim at plans by Deezer and UMG to change how streaming payments are calculated to what they call a “value sharing artist-centric” model.. Continue reading
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No, you can’t make $1200 monthly playing a song on repeat, says Spotify CEOA new analysis by JP Morgan showed that an artist could earn $1,200 a month in royalties if they upload a 30-second or longer track and then play it on. Continue reading
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What Photography has taught me about musicAndrew Tasselmyer explains how his new found passion for photography taught him how to change his mindset about making music and overall improving his creative process. by ANDREW TASSELMYER of. Continue reading
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Tongue and cheek: the Rolling Stones and the unpalatable ascendancy of fauxganic marketingThe following op-ed comes from long-time music industry journalist Eamonn Forde
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Marcus King Announces Auction for Musicares and Onsite FoundationMarcus King today announced an online auction which will raise funds for MusiCares and The Onsite Foundation, and awareness for National Suicide Prevention Week, which begins today. The auction hosted through CharityBuzz will see one winner receive a signed Gibson ES-335 guitar, plus a personal guitar lesson with King himself. The auction begins immediately, and closes September 25 at 5pm ET. For information on how to bid and more, please visit: www.charitybuzz.com/marcusking

King has been open about his personal challenges with mental health, which was the subject of his recent album Young Blood that he discussed extensively with publications including The New York Times and NPR’s Here And Now. 

On the auction, and importance of mental health, King stated, “I have struggled with Depression and anxiety my entire life, As do many others in the arts community and otherwise. Mental health often goes overlooked as it resides below the surface and shows itself when we are most vulnerable. My efforts go toward removing the stigma attached to Mental health and speaking about it openly, while also making appropriate treatment more widely available to those who truly need it.”

Theresa Wolters, Vice President of Health & Human Services at MusiCares stated, "In the United States, one person dies by suicide every 11 minutes. (CDC, 2022) Our MusiCares 2023 Wellness in Music Survey found that affordability and lack of insurance are barriers for many working in music when it comes to prioritizing therapy and other mental health resources. We’re proud to support suicide prevention efforts for music professionals by providing emergency financial assistance to access mental health services, weekly support groups and ongoing education. To access support from MusiCares, please email musicaresrelief@musicares.org or please call 988 if you or a loved one need urgent help."

John Huie, The Onsite Foundation Board Member, which provides mental health counseling services for parents who’ve lost a child, stated, “Suicide is a hard reality we face every day. It’s a tragedy to lose a child and then society often forgets, as time passes, the trauma and intense grief of the family left behind. Our mission at The Onsite Foundation, through the Life after Loss Program, is to help parents who have lost a child navigate the pain and grief so they can carry on and honor the one who has passed.” 

King continues to shape the fabric of American rock, following a breakout album release, he has toured the world, and this fall performs at Healing Appalachia, Crossroads festival, as well as opening for Zac Brown Band. Time and again, King continues to tear up the rulebook, with a timeless sound and a singular voice which has established him as one of the most soulful vocalists of his generation. 

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TikTok fires back at suggestion it’s hurting paid-for music streaming growth in France: ‘There is no evidence to suggest that TikTok is diverting music fans away from subscription streaming services.’SNEP targeted short-form video services in comments made last week about France's subscription streaming growth
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Believe applauds Deezer’s action on ‘noise’ – but questions new ‘artist-centric’ royalty model’s impact on ‘rising artists’Believe outlines its position on the new streaming model announced by Deezer and Universal
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Sound familiar? Half of UK Working Musicians earn less than $17.5K a yearA census of almost 6,000 working musicians in the UK has found that nearly half earn less than $17.560 / £14,000 a year from music. On average, UK musicians’ annual. Continue reading
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Finish 2023 strong with a smart Fall and Holiday Music Marketing PlanAs we head into the eventful fall season, holidays and award ceremonies are right around the corner. This guide will help you get ahead of your work to create a. Continue reading
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Artist-Centric streaming royalties are here: What that means for YouDeezer and UMG have launched a new streaming royalty model designed to bring balance to an outdated and boken system. Here’s what to expect… by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0. Continue reading
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‘Blinding Lights’ and how playlist culture is changing modern songwriting.
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REWIND: New music industry’s week in reviewLast week was a busy week by any definition and the music industry was no exception, with gangs using Spotify to launder money, Apple buying a record label, and more…. Continue reading
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Getting It Done: The week in D.I.Y. & Indie MusicLast week, our tips and advice for the independent, do-it-yourselfers out there covered BandLab’s adds free distribution, how to start sampling music, Instagram testing longer videos, and more…. 5 ways. Continue reading
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Americana Music Association Announces 2023 Lifetime, Trailblazers and Legacy Award HonoreesThe Americana Music Association announced this year's Lifetime Achievement, Trailblazer and Legacy Award honorees for its 22nd Annual Americana Honors & Awards show on Wednesday, September 20. This group of top-honor recipients includes The Avett Brothers, George Fontaine Sr., Patty Griffin, Bettye LaVette and Nickel Creek. This year's honorees will be celebrated during the prestigious ceremony held at the Ryman Auditorium, which serves as the hallmark event of the association's annual AMERICANAFEST, taking place Sept. 19-23 in Nashville, TN.

"This year's Lifetime Achievement honorees represent the diverse sounds that contribute to the American roots music canon," said Jed Hilly, Executive Director of the Americana Music Association and Foundation. "Our honorees have inspired this community individually and have collectively changed the landscape of the music industry. We are truly humbled to be in the same room with them."

In addition to these Lifetime Achievement Awards, the association will also honor distinguished members of the music community with six member-voted annual awards, revealing the winners on Americana music's biggest night at the Ryman Auditorium. View this year's nominees here.

Tickets to the Americana Honors & Awards are on sale now here. For more information on the association and AMERICANAFEST, visit www.americanamusic.org.