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Spotify for Artists Introduces Canvas Designer Marketplace via SoundBetter
Artists now have more custom options for Canvas video creation than ever before.
Wellness 4 Humanity Spearheads Cutting Edge "Spread Love Not COVID" Tour
The music tour features AI-driven biotechnology to make it possible for mass social gatherings to resume in a medically safe and efficient way.
Twitch to Creators: "Don't Play Recorded Music In Your Stream"
The company is also encouraging creators to review and delete any of their footage that contains unlicensed audio.
Twitch Issues Apology for Ongoing Music Licensing Issues: "We'll Do Better"
The streaming platform says negotiations with major labels over music copyright and usage are still underway.
AFEM Unveils Code Of Conduct to Combat Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination
The Association For Electronic Music's legislature has been signed by over 220 brands and organizations.
Ticketmaster Denies Reports of Mandated COVID-19 Vaccination Proof for Access to Concerts
"We are not forcing anyone to do anything."
Watch Depeche Mode's Wholesome Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Acceptance Speech
The three best friends that anyone could have.
Spotify Is Changing The Way Their Algorithm Promotes Music: 3 Takeaways You Need to Know
Spotify's controversial new experiment perked the ears of all their stakeholders.
Eventbrite Executive Sees Potential in Virtual Concerts Post-COVID
Lanny Baker of Eventbrite shared his insights into the future of the live music industry in a recent earnings call.
A Stadium in North Carolina is Using AI to Detect if Attendees are Wearing Masks
Reese Innovation Lab hopes for wider deployment of the tech in the future.
Spotify to Offer Algorithm Visibility Boost in Exchange for Royalty Cut
The new"experiment" has drawn criticism from artists and fans alike.
Richie Hawtin on Income Equality in Dance Music: "We're Trying to Fix a Problem That We've Lost Control of"
The legendary techno producer waxed poetic about a number of timely issues in EDM on the "Interdependence" podcast.
German Courts Rule That Techno Club Nights are Concerts
Club operators will now pay 12% less in ticket sales taxes due to the new classification.
Watch the Trailer for "Sisters With Transistors," a Documentary About Female Electronic Music Pioneers
The 30-second teaser shares archival footage of the original synthesizers used to pave the way for modern EDM.
Insomniac Acquires Promotional Company Club Glow and Venues Echostage and Soundcheck
Insomniac has announced the closure of a deal that brings Club Glow, Echostage, and Soundcheck under their umbrella.
Marshmello Moves to Stop L'Oreal from Registering "The Marsh Mellow" Trademark
Did you ever think Marshmello wanted in on the makeup business?
Musician Union Launches Campaign to Demand Cent-Per-Stream Payouts by Spotify
The United Musicians and Allied Workers Union has launched a vigorous crusade called "Justice at Spotify."
The Music Industry Comes After Twitch's Music Copyright Solution, "Soundtrack by Twitch"
The RIAA, National Music Publishers Association, the Recording Academy, and more are not satisfied with Twitch's efforts to avoid copyright infringement claims.
"Streaming Websites are Shameless": Flux Pavilion Calls for Increased Artist Support
In a series of tweets, the bass music icon shared his personal struggles with streaming services.
Output Celebrates $45 Million Series A Funding
The "Arcade" creators received a major investment from Summit Partners.
Martin Garrix Moves PR In-House, Ends 8-Year Relationship With Previous Firm
After working with The Media Nanny since the start of his career, Garrix announced the split October 22nd.
Investment Firm Acquires Calvin Harris' Publishing Catalog for $90 Million
Calvin Harris is cashing in on his illustrious catalog of dance hits.
Martin Garrix, David Guetta, Timbaland to Speak at 2020 Amsterdam Dance Event
BBC Radio 1's Danny Howard will moderate the hourlong industry chat.
UK Government Launches Investigation of Streaming Platforms' Economic Impact on the Music Industry
Officials are asking all those involved in the industry to share their experiences and assist the investigation.