Tag: Business

A Conversation: Do You Really Need To Copyright Your Songs?

TOPIC(s) Business

April 20, 2024

Do you really need to copyright your songs? Yes, it is important to copyright your songs in order to protect your intellectual property. Copyrighting your work provides legal protection against…
An Inside Look: The Day Jobs of Home Tapers

TOPIC(s) Business

March 16, 2024

In the realm of independent recording, home tapers have carved out a unique and vibrant space for themselves. While their music may often be the primary focus of attention, it’s…
What Can the Music Industry Learn from the World of e-Sports?

TOPIC(s) Business

December 13, 2023

In a recent episode of the Music Business Worldwide Podcast series, Maria Egan, the Global Head of Music at Riot Games, discusses the fascinating intersection of music and e-Sports. Renowned…
The New Year Brings Controversial Changes to Songwriting Royalties

TOPIC(s) Songwriting

December 13, 2023

A new year often brings change and for songwriters, 2024 is no exception. As reported, songwriter royalties are set to see a cost-of-living increase from 12 cents in 2023 to…
The Secret Behind Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Success

TOPIC(s) Songwriting

December 12, 2023

When it comes to the music industry, very few artists have had as much success and impact as Taylor Swift. With numerous chart-topping hits and a fiercely loyal fan base,…
Bandcamp Download Codes Explained

TOPIC(s) Business

December 1, 2023

Bandcamp is a popular platform for musicians to share and sell their work. If you’ve created an album and want to download a CSV file of the download codes, follow…
DLCM: Manage Download Codes For Bandcamp Artists and Labels

TOPIC(s) Business

December 1, 2023

As an artist or label, managing download codes can be a daunting task. It often involves sending out long, random lists of codes to fans and manually keeping track of…
Artcore.com: A New Sanctuary for Independent Musicians and DJs

TOPIC(s) Homemade Music

November 7, 2023

In the wake of SynthFest 2023, there’s buzz about a new kid on the block – Artcore. As an innovative platform dedicated to self-releasing music, Artcore has emerged as a…
Spotify Revamps Royalty Model, Setting Minimum Annual Stream Threshold

TOPIC(s) Homemade Music

November 6, 2023

Spotify, the streaming behemoth, has unveiled the most transformative modifications to its royalty model since its inception in 2008. Starting in Q1 2024, the most contentious of these changes will…
From Dreaming to Winning: How to Build a Career in Music Production With Hilton Wright

TOPIC(s) Homemade Music

August 3, 2023

The music industry can be a dream career path for many aspiring producers, but just like any other profession, it isn’t easy to break into the scene. However, it is…

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