BMI’s Richard Conlon on Digital Licensing at MIDEM 2014
BMI's Richard Conlon joins industry leaders at MIDEM 2014 to discuss digital licensing and rights clearance in the modern music industry....
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SoundExchange Monthly Payments to Artists and Labels
SoundExchange announces monthly royalty payments to artists and labels, replacing quarterly distributions. The new system requires $250 minimum and electronic payment signup....
Ciara Thanks Fans and Slams Music Industry in Open Letter
Ciara wrote an open letter thanking her fans and team while also criticizing the music industry. The R&B star shared her full thoughts in the...
BMG Promotes Casimir To Run Worldwide Recordings Business
BMG appoints Fred Casimir as Executive Vice President International Repertoire to run its worldwide recordings business. Casimir will oversee new recordings and catalogue including Sanctuary...
Gladys Knight Advises Brandy on Business and Family
Gladys Knight shares wisdom with Brandy about balancing music career demands with family life. The legendary R&B singer emphasizes the importance of family time....
Jon Platt Named President of Warner/Chappell Music
Jon Platt promoted to President, North America at Warner/Chappell Music, overseeing offices across US and Canada. He'll lead teams working with major artists....
Gratitude and Support in Our Industry
Reflecting on gratitude and giving back in the music industry, especially supporting colleagues over 40 and those experiencing career transitions....
Ryan Wright Joins Kobalt As SVP Marketing
Ryan Wright joins Kobalt Music Group as Senior Vice President of Marketing, bringing experience from Sony Music Entertainment and BMG Music to lead global campaigns....
Cherrytree Publishing Partners with Kobalt in US
Cherrytree Records founder Martin Kierszenbaum partners with Kobalt to launch Cherrytree Music Publishing in the US with worldwide funding and administration....
Digital Rights Assistant – Music Publishing
Leading West London music publisher seeks Digital Rights Assistant with analytical skills and legal/rights experience. Role involves digital deal memos, contract generation, and supporting Head...
Live Taping: New Music Business Journal Radio Show
Join hosts Ravi & Robe for a live taping of The New Music Business Journal Radio Show in Santa Monica on November 11th. The show...
EMI Music Publishing Seeks Director of Financial Analysis
EMI Music Publishing seeks Director of Financial Analysis in NYC. Role involves financial modeling, catalog acquisitions, and strategic planning reporting to CEO/CFO....
Slash Signs Publishing Deal with Warner Chappell
Guitar legend Slash signs worldwide publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music, covering his catalog from 1985 including Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver work....
A&M/Octone, Interscope Geffen End Joint Venture
Interscope Geffen A&M acquires remaining 50% of A&M/Octone joint venture, ending the partnership that developed Maroon 5, Hollywood Undead, and other platinum acts since 2007....
Royalty Exchange and Lipsky Music Partnership
Royalty Exchange partners with Lipsky Music's Loud & Proud Records to offer artists innovative royalty liquidation services as alternative to traditional loans....
Top 5 Reasons Indie Artists Need an Entertainment Lawyer
Entertainment lawyer Greg Bloom shares the top 5 reasons indie artists need legal representation, from protecting intellectual property to maximizing revenue opportunities....
4 Mistakes to Avoid in Your Music Career
Learn 4 crucial mistakes that independent artists make when building their music careers. Expert songwriter shares key tips for submissions and opportunities....
Redman: Making His Own Rules in Music
Redman joins the growing trend of artists avoiding 360 record deals, announcing plans to release music independently while hinting at a new collaboration with Method...
ole Adds $135-Million for Acquisitions
Music rights company Ole secures $135 million in debt financing from 7 U.S. banks for intellectual property acquisitions. Recent purchases include music assets from Timbaland...
Rachel Scarpati: The Business of Music
Rachel Scarpati from The Harry Fox Agency explains the key differences between HFA, ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC at SF MusicTech Summit XIV, discussing music business...
MC Lyte Stops By Majic 107.5:97.5
MC Lyte discusses her new reality show and music business insights in an exclusive interview with Chubb Rock on Majic 107.5/97.5....
Just Blaze on Business, Jay Z and More
Producer Just Blaze discusses his career, working with Jay-Z, and the music business on The Breakfast Club. He shares insights on touring as a DJ...
Toni Braxton Just Can’t Catch a Break
Toni Braxton lost 27 songs from her catalog after being outbid in her bankruptcy settlement. Ross M. Klein doubled her $20K offer to acquire the...
Digital Music Platform Selection Guide
Essential guide for artists selecting digital music distributors. Learn 10 key questions to ask about revenue splits, customer support, and transparency before choosing a service....
Jay Z Sits Down with Elliot Wilson to Speak #FactsOnly
Jay Z sits down with Elliot Wilson from RapRadar at Yankee Stadium to discuss Magna Carta Holy Grail, music industry changes, and his NYC connection....