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Music promotion is under threat from looming TikTok ban

TikTok’s unique format, algorithm-driven content discovery, and collaborative features supposedly democratize fame.

Deezer & Merlin Partner on Artist-Centric Royalties

Under a new deal, Merlin, the digital music licensing organization for indie record labels, distributors and other rightsholders will be paid under Deezer’s new artist-centric model for music streamed in France.

What's Driving Streaming And Music Discovery? Luminate's Trends Report Has The Answers.

What was No. 56 among the most streamed audio tracks in the U.S. in 2023? If you guessed any song from the past year – make that, past three years – keep going back. It was Fleetwood Mac's “Dreams,” from their chart-topping 1977 album “Rumours,” which generated 283 million on-demand audio streams last year.

BandLab Hits 100 Million Users

BandLab’s music-making software includes an arsenal of virtual instruments, as well as the ability to automatically generate multipart vocal harmonies, record, sample and manipulate sound in myriad ways.

5 Ways to Streamline Your Sync Licensing Workflows

While the sync industry is still heavily reliant upon manual processes, a whole host of smart tools and platforms are available to significantly streamline workflows and drive more revenue.

How AI is shaping the music listening habits of Gen Z

For four years, we’ve been teaching a class on music and the mind. We’ve asked the students at the start of each semester to complete a short, informal survey on their music education and favorite songs and artists.

Mixcloud Launches Host Tagging Feature

Radio stations and curators play a key role in nurturing grassroots music scenes around the world. Every station needs the talent of its DJs to build a reputation, while every budding radio presenter needs that first chance at a guest spot on a station to get started.

Tyler, the Creator Says A.I. 'Will Never Catch Up to Me Creatively'

Tyler argues that such tech should be put toward fighting cancer, for example, instead of being used in place of our "superpower" as humans.

The music streaming revolution is here, thanks to new platforms

Qobuz, Marine Snow and TOKiMONSTA’s sonu.stream are the latest disruptors in the streaming game. Their goal? To pay artists their full worth and give consumers the best experience.

Will the Living Wage for Musicians Act change the streaming industry?

New legislation from Representatives Rashida Tlaib and Jamaal Bowman would make streamers create a fund to pay artists more equitably. How feasible is it?

Symphonic Distribution to host third annual women empowerment mentorship program with mentors from Amazon Music and Meta

Symphonic Distribution, a music distributor and technology provider, has announced the launch of its third annual Women Empowered+ mentorship program, aiming to bridge the gender gap in the music industry by connecting aspiring female music industry professionals with established executives for half a year of guidance and support.

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