TuneCore, Qobuz Partner; Qwest TV Launches on Comcast Xfinity; Spotify Debuts New Personalized Experiences, Playlists

June 3 · Issue #1207 · View online

TuneCore Partners with Hi-Res Streaming and Download Platform, Qobuz

Leading independent DIY digital music distributor TuneCore has partnered with Hi-Res streaming and download platform Qobuz to make music available from TuneCore’s vast roster of artists on the Qobuz…

Spotify rolls out new personalized experiences and playlists, including a mid-year review and a blended mix with a friend

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Spotify today is expanding its investment in personalization features with the launch of dedicated in-app experience called Only You, which focuses on your favorite music and how you listen.

Qwest TV launches on Comcast Xfinity

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Qwest TV, co-founded by music icon Quincy Jones, has secured its first major US cable partnership, joining Xfinity On Demand. The entire SVOD catalog — 1,300+ high-caliber concerts, documentaries…

YouTube says its music payouts were $4bn in the last year

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YouTube has paid out more than $4bn to the music industry in the last 12 months, according to its global head of music Lyor Cohen.

Griff Named Spotify’s First Joint US/UK RADAR Artist

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Spotify’s global emerging artist program RADAR has announced breakout star Griff as its latest artist partner. The 20-year-old singer/songwriter, who recently won the BRITs 2021 Rising Star award, is…

Spotify’s New Fan Study Is Fascinating

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Spotify’s latest Fan Study shows that its listeners aren’t really who we thought we were.

Questlove's first live DJ show since the pandemic began will be at Austin's Empire Garage

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The Roots drummer and “Tonight Show” bandleader will raise money for the Red River Cultural District’s Banding Together ATX relief fund.

TikTok Radio could mean a broader audience for new artists

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TikTok’s plan to launch TikTok Radio this summer – in conjunction with Sirius XM/Pandora – could be good news for up and coming artists, who have historically benefited from TikTok’s short-form, creator-first format.

Tixxy concert discovery launches with AXS, Sound Rink

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Tixxy, the SMS-based concert discovery chatbot, is set to launch in the US with partners including Sound Rink, 10th Street Entertainment and AXS.

Music Feeds launches daily audio news bulletin with day's headlines

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Australian music news website Music Feeds launched a daily audio news bulletin.

Why Apple Earbuds Only Come In White

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Apple has been making earbuds like AirPods for two decades, but they’ve only ever offered them in one no-color: white.

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Mdundo, Vodacom Tanzania Launch Joint Bundle; Happy 60th Birthday to FM Radio; Sony Music's Future Forecast

Wednesday, June 2, 2021

June 2 · Issue #1206 · View online Platform & Stream Mdundo and Vodacom Tanzania launch joint bundle for premium listening service www.musicbusinessworldwide.com – Share The Kenya-founded music

A New Radio Station in Town; Hi-Def Streaming War Has Begun; Moodagent Debuts in Australia

Tuesday, June 1, 2021

June 1 · Issue #1205 · View online Platform & Stream The hi-def streaming war has begun theindustryobserver.thebrag.com – Share There's a battle brewing on the outskirts of the music industry

Who'll Win the Social Audio Race?; Symphonic Distribution Expands Into Africa, Mexico; Deezer Relaunches Support Program

Monday, May 31, 2021

May 31 · Issue #1204 · View online Platform & Stream Clubhouse, big tech or newcomers: who'll win the social audio race? sifted.eu – Share Clubhouse is the most famous social audio app, but

Spotify Expands Fresh Finds Into Partnership Program; Roasting Room Debuts Streaming Service; Rockstar Games Launches Record Label

Thursday, May 27, 2021

May 27 · Issue #1202 · View online Platform & Stream Spotify expands Fresh Finds into an artist development program musically.com – Share Spotify launched its Fresh Finds family of playlists in

Adaptr Debut Transforms Music Licensing for Developers, Startups; An Apple iPod Touch Comeback? SoundCloud Has New Artist Talk Series on Clubhouse

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

May 26 · Issue #1201 · View online Platform & Stream Adaptr Debut Transforms Music Licensing for Developers, Startups platformstream.medium.com – Share Adaptr's click-through licensing platform

Global Box Office Hit $30B In 2024 As Year Ended On Upbeat Note, But It’s No Longer Good Enough To Have A Good Movie: Studio Report Cards

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

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Mdundo, Vodacom Tanzania Launch Joint Bundle; Happy 60th Birthday to FM Radio; Sony Music's Future Forecast

A New Radio Station in Town; Hi-Def Streaming War Has Begun; Moodagent Debuts in Australia

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Spotify Expands Fresh Finds Into Partnership Program; Roasting Room Debuts Streaming Service; Rockstar Games Launches Record Label

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