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The MySpace Legacy: What Happened to the First Global Music Social Network
Once a powerful platform for indie artists to showcase their music, MySpace is now simply an archive that barely has any influence on anything. Still, some believe it might have a chance for a comeback.
All Wrapped Up: How Spotify Turned User Data Into Gold
It’s that time of the year again when millions of Spotify users impatiently await their musical report card. But why?
Music Tech, Despite Not Grabbing Headlines, Continues to Attract More Investment Each Year
It's happening all over the world, so let's look through some examples to outline why this is the case.
“Watch films, read books, and just make stuff” - An Interview with Joe Brashaw and Alex Truscott
We hear how Burial, escape films, and lockdown conversations fueled the inception and creation of Joe Brashaw’s short film, Magpie.
The Tortured Artist Myth: Does Suffering Inspire Creativity?
Let’s have a look at how the “tortured artist” myth affects musicians and why the music industry needs to put an end to this harmful narrative.
AI vs. Elections: Can This Tech Be a Real Threat?
Deepfakes, AI, and your vote… Tech giants and governments are racing to protect election integrity. But Is it enough? Or maybe it’s just a big distraction?
The MySpace Legacy: What Happened to the First Global Music Social Network
Once a powerful platform for indie artists to showcase their music, MySpace is now simply an archive that barely has any influence on anything. Still, some believe it might have a chance for a comeback.
Afro House Steals the Spotlight as Spotify Highlights 2024's Music Trends
2024 is by far the most sonically diverse year, according to Spotify. These are the genres that have drawn millions of listeners this year.
2024: The Rise & Domination of Gay Pop
Let's look at some of the LGBTQIIA+ artists who have taken this year by storm.
All Wrapped Up: How Spotify Turned User Data Into Gold
It’s that time of the year again when millions of Spotify users impatiently await their musical report card. But why?
Will Generative AI Replace Human Artists in Tomorrow’s Music Industry?
We all want to be told human stories from other human beings. What can be done to help human artists find sync opportunities for their work in the age of AI?
The Everchanging Role of A&R: Finding The Next Rising Star in a Modern Music Industry
Before the streaming era, A&R was largely a gut-driven process. Today, the game has changed.
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Algorithm-Less Music Streaming: How This Benefits Listeners & Artists Alike [Interview]
Algorithms are a set of rules to be followed in problem-solving operations, but what if instead of solving problems, they're actually causing more?
“Watch films, read books, and just make stuff” - An Interview with Joe Brashaw and Alex Truscott
We hear how Burial, escape films, and lockdown conversations fueled the inception and creation of Joe Brashaw’s short film, Magpie.
“Orchestral music will always feel more like home to me” - An Interview with Emma Abrams
From learning the flute to granular synthesis, we hear from Emma Abrams about her journey to becoming an award-winning composer for film and TV.
“I came up with this track and felt that I'd never written anything as good before” an Interview with Transistor Rhythms
Discussing self-releasing his debut album, creating a soundscape for the most-renowned music festival in the world, and more.
“If people ask me what I do, I say I'm a music producer, but I’ve also become a composer for video games” an Interview with Pizza Hotline
Looking to get into video game composition, or just interested in the worlds of music and gaming? We talk to Pizza Hotline about his career so far.
Editors' Picks
Music Charts in 2024: Industry Dinosaurs or Still Relevant?
Are music charts still the ultimate measure of an artist's success, or have they lost their relevance in the age of streaming?
The Battle for AI Airwaves: Radiant's Patrick Quinn vs. Spotify
Talking with the founder, Lead Engineer, and Community Manager of Radiant on AI, radio, Spotify copying the app idea, and how streaming did (not) kill the radio star.
My Voice Was Cloned: Seeking Justice in the AI Era
Imagine hearing your voice in a commercial you never recorded saying words you’ve never said. As the line between innovation and infringement blurs, artists wonder how to protect their voices and when the law can catch up.