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Industry Giants C3 Presents and SXSW Are Backing a Collegiate Music Business Program

Last February, entrepreneur Philip Payne got a call from his close friend Ogden Payne (no relation), who had a pitch for an entirely new venture. Through his company, For the Students, Ogden had already devised the curriculum for a six-week music business certification program and was set to partner with Huston-Tillotson University (HT), but he needed an instructor and had someone specific in mind. A successful promoter and talent manager, […]

todayJanuary 3, 2024 3

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LimeWire Is Back To Destroy The Music Industry In A Whole New Way

Remember when LimeWire (along with Napster) turned the entire music industry on its head by introducing free, peer-to-peer music sharing? That same company could be poised to disrupt the music industry status quo yet again with the launch of LimeWire’s new AI music studio. The new LimeWire website (still featuring the classic logo) allows users to enter the AI Studio to generate images and audio, with a video generator still in development. […]

todayDecember 14, 2023 3

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South African music industry veteran Chris Ghelakis dies, aged 70

Widely respected South African music industry veteran, Chris Ghelakis has died after a long battle with cancer.He was 70 years old and is survived by his two children.Ghelakis began his musical career as a bassist in the 70s, later developing into a band manager, as well as a tour accountant and sound engineer, which saw him start producing some of the biggest artists in South Africa.Further extending his status as […]

todayDecember 13, 2023 5

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Music’s New Era: Live Music, Equity, And Festivals Set To Reshape The Industry In 2024

2024 marks a turning point and a new era for the music industry. From Live Music Festivals to better payments for artists. Spotify’s new royalty model promises fairer payouts for artists, live music is experiencing a resurgence fueled by pent-up demand, and social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram are becoming significant revenue generators for musicians. Immersive technologies like VR and AR are blurring the lines between reality and digital […]

todayDecember 8, 2023 3

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Smirnoff and Beatz Awards Pave the Way for a More Inclusive Music Industry

The Nigerian music industry has experienced explosive growth in recent years, fueled by the global recognition of Nigerian artists and the captivating rhythms of Afrobeat. However, despite this remarkable progress, gender disparity remains a persistent challenge within the industry. Smirnoff is committed to fostering a more inclusive and diverse Nigerian music industry. In 2017, DJ Tgarbs‘ victory in the Smirnoff DJ search showcased the remarkable talent among female DJs in […]

todayDecember 5, 2023 3

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‘Something in this industry makes people sick’: why music fails to make a clean break with drugs and alcohol | Culture

Sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll: as with all clichés, it’s almost impossible to write about it without blushing. This expression — originally used in a song by the British rocker Ian Dury — sums up one of the most powerful and fertile myths of popular culture. A myth that has provided countless hours of speculation to fans for years and thousands of pages in the social and cultural chronicles. […]

todayDecember 3, 2023 3

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Dave Free Credits Lil Wayne With ‘Changing’ The Music Industry

Kendrick Lamar‘s manager Dave Free believes that Lil Wayne‘s legendary mixtape run ultimately changed the music business forever.The pgLang co-creator talked all things music and k.dot in a new interview with Pin-Up, published on Wednesday (November 29).When asked how a change in tech has influenced his approach to business following the 2012 release of good kid, m.A.A.d city, Dave noted it started way before that.“I started working in music in […]

todayDecember 1, 2023 3

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Music Industry Climate Collective Launched—Here’s the Latest

Universal Music Group, Sony Music Group, and Warner Music Group have established the Music Industry Climate Collective (MICC). The aim is to address challenges in the industry that impact the global climate.“This initiative demonstrates what can be achieved when music leaders come together with a shared vision and commitment to sustainability,” the MICC founding members said in a statement. “We are proud to collaborate to amplify environmental stewardship and offer […]

todayNovember 30, 2023 2

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Entertainment Consulting: Karen-Lee Goody’s Secrets To 25 Years Of Success In The Aus Music Industry | theMusic.com.au

What’s the secret to surviving and thriving in the Australian music business for 25 years, owning and running your own business? And 35 years in the industry in total! Is it stamina? A can-do attitude? A love of music? A ruthless combination of both? Quiet achiever and industry legend Karen-Lee Goody (aka KL) has it sorted. “Ultimately, at the end of the day now, I only will work with someone and on […]

todayNovember 30, 2023 4

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