In an industry dominated by corporate sponsorship, discussion regarding music-brand relationships has been a pressing topic of interest. Lately there has been an increase in…
One of Rock’s legends, Tom Petty, is no longer with us, having passed October 2, 2017. We all know him as the frontman for the…
Before the era of streaming services, Internet radio, and digital downloads, it was essential for artists to utilize a label’s resources in order to mass…
Record labels and publishers for decades served as the music industry’s “bank.” They provided the advances artists lived on while making new music, and also…
On January 18, 2017, Paul McCartney filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court, Southern District of New York, against Sony/ATV Music Publishing (SATV).…
Broadcasting, especially radio, is a premier medium for the communication of music in society. Broadcasting and music, of course, have been closely related since radio…
Artists have traditionally commanded attention, serving as the primary inspirations and icons for diverse communities of fan bases around the world. However, with the unrelenting…
Most brands need to rejuvenate themselves periodically, and this is especially true when their commerce is directed to a younger demographic. Music is a catalyst…
Pandora Radio, the pioneering Internet service that creates customized radio stations for listeners, is facing perhaps its greatest challenge to date since its IPO in…
The recent terrorist attack at Ariana Grande’s concert in Manchester, England, was one too many. It felled 22. A year and a half earlier, 89…
Today, recommendation engines designed to curate the perfect individual playlist are redefining both the demand and supply side of the music industry, affecting how listeners…
Thinking about Brexit’s fallout on the music industry has never been more urgent. Coverage in trade portals like the Billboard and Pitchfork is rising to…
Managers across the world are coming together to form communities where they can network and stay informed about current issues. Getting their artists to sign…
Coca-Cola is taking giant steps in developing countries to harness the loyalty of teenagers to its brand. The company, which has a long history of…