Automating the Mix: How RoEx Helps Musicians Get Their Music Out There

In the vibrant world of music production, the journey from creative spark to finished track can be fraught with technical hurdles. Anyone who has spent a lot of time with creative types will probably agree that the biggest obstacle to putting their work out is the idea that "it's not ready."

Universal strikes global licensing deal with B2B music streaming tech provider Tuned Global

The expanded agreement builds on a long-standing relationship between the two companies and, according to Tuned Global Managing Director Con Raso, marks “a significant milestone” for Tuned Global and the companies it works with

It’s Daniel Ek’s World and Musicians Just Live In It

U.S. streaming tops 84% of revenue that U.S. labels and artists receive from recorded music. Total revenue is now $8.67 billion based on RIAA stats for the first half of 2024. Streaming and the revenue derived is top of mind for every musician.

The Evolution of Streaming

The digital revolution has transformed how we consume music. Streaming is now the dominant force, and it has reshaped both the video and music industries. Some of the most popular music streaming platforms include Spotify, Apple Music, and Deezer.

UNIFI Music Prepares for Launch with AI Boost

Of the many tools in the UNIFI Music arsenal, such as the EPK feature, Tip Jar, music distribution to over 200 DSPs, and the embeddable player feature, Artificial Intelligence is set to play a big part of the new blueprint.

New music business hack: buy old song catalogs

Thanks to streaming, the music industry has been growing at a rapid rate. It’s not only artists who are reaping the benefits of a blooming industry. Music labels, publishers and investors have found ways to profit from its growth. One such way is by buying up artists’ music catalogs.

Blockchain music startup Tune.fm raises $50M from Global Emerging Markets

The fresh capital brings Tune.fm's total funding to $80 million. The funds will be used to reward artists and users within the platform.

How Adele's Stadium Pop-Up Paradigm Changes The Game

With the level of show production and fan expectation exceedingly high in 2024, it takes something truly remarkable to make an impression.

YouTube Music's AI radio officially gets a name: here's what you can "Ask Music" to do

Ask Music is coming to your YouTube Premium membership.

IDOL agrees global distribution and services partnership with City Slang

IDOL will handle digital distribution, digital marketing and audience development for City Slang’s frontline and catalogue releases worldwide. 

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