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Top Music Business News Last Week

A busy week by any definition and music business news was no exception, with an update on The Ticket Act, MLC investments, songs getting shorter, and more… Top Music Business. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/12/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week, our tips, advice and independent musician news covered the struggles of earning a living as a musician, how to upgrade your TikTok profile, promote music on Threads, and more… Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/12/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Stocks Lag Market Rally: Weekly Recap 4.7–11.25

This past week, U.S. equity markets rebounded sharply from recent volatility, driven by easing trade tensions and positive earnings reports. But, live music and entertainment stocks underperformed relative to the broader market.​

Bruce Houghton on 04/11/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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He tours the world but can’t make a living as a musician

The vocalist for international touring metal band Thy Art Is Murder is leaving the band because he can’t making a living as a musician.

Bruce Houghton on 04/11/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Musician’s Guide to Threads: Conversation and Community

With this Musician’s Guide to Threads learn how build real fan connections, boost engagement, and share your creative journey more authentically.

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How Spinal Tap Changed Volume Controls Forever

As the release of Spinal Tap II nears, we look an hilarious moment in the original film and how Spinal Tap changed volume controls forever.

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Live Music Stocks Struggled Thursday Amid Market Turbulence

On Thursday, April 10, 2025, live music stocks faced significant challenges as global markets reacted to escalating trade tensions between the US, China and the world.

Bruce Houghton on 04/11/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How Trump Policies, Trade Wars and Tariffs impact Live Music

President Trump’s policies, trade wars and tariffs impact live music and the live music industry.

Bruce Houghton on 04/10/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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20 Short-Form Videos for song promotion on TikTok and Reels

Here are 20 short-form video ideas for song promotion on TikTok and Reels. These scroll-stopping videos are being used by indie artists right now to boost visibility, connect with fans, and rack up streams.

Alana Bonilla on 04/10/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Live Nation supports TICKET Act, Independents Do Not

Live Nation has thrown its weight behind the TICKET Act, a bill that in its current form leading independent live music trade groups say will not fix ticket the current ticket resale system.

Bruce Houghton on 04/10/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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