Mastodawn

#MusicBusiness reflection
Tunecore (who distribute my #music to the streaming platforms) needed my new credit card details to renew. I did pause to wonder if it's worth it. It would take 500 full listens to the entire album just to pay the distribution fee. If you're unknown that's a lot of listens.
On the upside, unknown artists can get their music played all around the globe. On the downside, rather than people paying you for your music, you are paying for them to listen.

dugtrio3426 at KillBait 2d ago

Morrissey Sells His Smiths Business Interests and Criticizes Former Bandmates

Morrissey, the 66-year-old musician, has announced that he is selling his entire business stake in The Smiths, offering it to any interested party or investor. The sale includes rights to the band's name, artwork, merchandising, music compositions, and more. In a post titled 'A Soul for Sale,' Morri... [More info]

Making a Scene 4d ago

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Making a Scene Presents our latest newsletter, Issue 514 for August 26 2025—now read in over 30 countries worldwide!

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Making a Scene Aug 19

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Making a Scene Presents our latest newsletter, Issue 513 for August 19 2025—now read in over 30 countries worldwide!

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Yonhap Infomax News Aug 19

CJ ENM has established a joint venture with Japan's Hakuhodo to expand its global music business, launching new projects and targeting growth in music IP.
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CJ ENM Forms Joint Venture with Japan's Hakuhodo to Strengthen Music Business Competitiveness

CJ ENM has established a joint venture with Japan's Hakuhodo to expand its global music business, launching new projects and targeting growth in music IP.

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Making a Scene Aug 13

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Making a Scene Presents our latest newsletter, Issue 511 for August 05 2025—now read in over 30 countries worldwide!

The Tonearm Aug 13

In this clip from the latest Spotlight On, Jeremy Sirota and Lawrence Peryer discuss the concept of integration, emphasizing the importance of blending professional expertise and personal passion. Peryer also shares his journey from being a music fan to a professional in the industry.

Don't miss the entire conversation on the Spotlight On podcast: https://www.spotlightonpodcast.com/jeremy-sirota-merlin-grills-lawrence-peryer-on-creative-leadership/

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The Tonearm Aug 11

In this excerpt from the Spotlight On podcast, Jeremy Sirota talks with Lawrence Peryer about the concept of integration, emphasizing the importance of blending professional expertise and personal passion.

Listen to the full conversation on the latest episode of Spotlight On: https://www.spotlightonpodcast.com/jeremy-sirota-merlin-grills-lawrence-peryer-on-creative-leadership/

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The Tonearm Aug 8

In this clip from the new episode of Spotlight On, Lawrence Peryer reflects on how he found joy in writing and creating music once free from the financial pressures of being an artist. He also shares his perspective on self-identifying as an artist, emphasizing that anyone who makes art has the right to embrace that title.

Check Lawrence Peryer's entire conversation with Creative Leadership's Jeremy Sirota on the Spotlight On podcast: https://www.spotlightonpodcast.com/jeremy-sirota-merlin-grills-lawrence-peryer-on-creative-leadership/

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