Anita Baker Gives the Greenlight to Stream; Vertigo Debuts Collaborative ‘Artist Lounges’; Mdundo Hits 8.7m Monthly Active Users

September 6 · Issue #1274 · View online

Anita Baker solves master recordings issue, tells fans to stream away

The legendary soul singer had asked fans earlier this year to stop streaming her music while she fought her record label over ownership issues.

Streaming Is Big — But Where’s the Community? Vertigo Introduces Collaborative ‘Artist Lounges’

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Major streaming music platforms have attracted hundreds of millions of users. Vertigo Music wants those users to talk to one another.

African Music service Mdundo hits 8.7m Monthly Active Users, inks telco partnership with MTN Nigeria

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Mdundo listed on the Danish stock exchange (the Nasdaq First North Growth Market) in September 2020.

‘Zappa Band Live’ Streaming Exclusively on Qobuz

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Qobuz, the Hi-Res streaming platform, is exclusively releasing live recordings of The Zappa Band’s sets from their current tour with King Crimson.

Without live performances, musicians rely on streaming services to stay afloat

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Chief Cleopatra, like many artists whose live shows were on hold for months, relied on streaming services like Spotify amid the pandemic.

'We're seeing the change to a consumption model': How streaming has transformed the albums chart

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It’s a brave new world for the music industry in 2021 with the albums chart now a competition between not just artists but also formats - physical and streaming.

9 Vital Newsletters All Musicians Should Be on in 2021

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Staying in touch with what’s happening in the music industry is vital these days. Here are 9 of our favorite newsletters that can help.

YouTube Music closing in on streaming rivals as it hits 50m subscribers

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Its rapid growth is attributed to a take-up by younger music fans and in markets including South Korea, India, Japan, Russia and Brazil.

Spotify adds former Paramount+ executive in new podcast role

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Spotify confirmed that Julie McNamara, former executive vice president and head of programming at Paramount+, will become Spotify’s head of U.S. studios and video operations.

Lossless music streaming explained: Is lossless audio worth it?

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Lossless music streaming promises superior quality CD and Hi-Res music but are the services worth the cost? Here’s what you need to know.

Meet Smiley, OVO and Drake’s New Secret Weapon

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Toronto rapper Smiley gives his first interview since announcing he’s signed to OVO Sound and collaborating with Drake on his new single “Over the Top.”

Why Audiophilia Is A Collection of Unknowns

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Paul Wilson considers some of the things in the audiophile hobby that are unknown.

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Spotify, Delta Deal for In-Flight Music; New Bon Jovi Channel at SiriusXM; Facebook Gaming Expands Music Rights to a Majority of Streamers

Friday, September 3, 2021

September 3 · Issue #1273 · View online Platform & Stream Spotify announces partnership with Delta to provide in-flight music service 9to5mac.com – Share Spotify announced a new partnership with

Imagine Dragons Streaming Event with Amazon Music; Bopper Adds Pre-Cleared Social Media Catalog; 5 Artists That Blew Up on TikTok First

Thursday, September 2, 2021

September 2 · Issue #1272 · View online Platform & Stream Imagine Dragons announces streaming event with Amazon Music; “Believer” video hits two billion views www.1057thepoint.com – Share

Spotify Debuts Blend; How Streaming Has Transformed the Albums Chart; 'Donda' Breaks Apple Music Streaming Record

Wednesday, September 1, 2021

September 1 · Issue #1271 · View online Platform & Stream Spotify officially launches Blend, allowing friends to match their musical tastes and make playlists together techcrunch.com – Share

Roblox's Music Play; MATE, Tidal Join for Livestream Series; Apple Buys, Shuts Down Primephonic

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

August 31 · Issue #1270 · View online Platform & Stream Apple Buys, Shuts Down Primephonic Classical Music Streaming Service au.pcmag.com – Share Subscribers will be pushed to Apple Music.

The Real Value of NFTs for Musicians, Creators; Qrates, Symphonic Distribution on Expand Vinyl Services; 'Donda' Now Streaming

Monday, August 30, 2021

August 30 · Issue #1269 · View online Platform & Stream The real value of NFTs for musicians and all creators www.hypebot.com – Share Despite their often irrationally high prices, NFTs are filled

Anita Baker Gives the Greenlight to Stream; Vertigo Debuts Collaborative ‘Artist Lounges’; Mdundo Hits 8.7m Monthly Active Users

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Spotify, Delta Deal for In-Flight Music; New Bon Jovi Channel at SiriusXM; Facebook Gaming Expands Music Rights to a Majority of Streamers

Imagine Dragons Streaming Event with Amazon Music; Bopper Adds Pre-Cleared Social Media Catalog; 5 Artists That Blew Up on TikTok First

Spotify Debuts Blend; How Streaming Has Transformed the Albums Chart; 'Donda' Breaks Apple Music Streaming Record

Roblox's Music Play; MATE, Tidal Join for Livestream Series; Apple Buys, Shuts Down Primephonic

The Real Value of NFTs for Musicians, Creators; Qrates, Symphonic Distribution on Expand Vinyl Services; 'Donda' Now Streaming

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