Friday, December 5, 2025
Impact of Streaming Services on Global Music Consumption

The Impact of Streaming Services on Global Music Consumption

The rise of streaming services has transformed the way music is consumed globally. This article examines the impact of streaming on music consumption patterns,...
"Music festival attendees driving economic growth through cultural tourism."

The Impact of Music Festivals on Local Economies: Driving Cultural Tourism and Economic Growth

Music festivals have become more than just events for fans to enjoy live performances—they are powerful drivers of local economies and cultural tourism. As...

What you should Make of R. Kelly’s Catalog On the Graph Beat Podcast

A roundtable discussion pursuing the premiere of Lifetime's "Surviving L. Kelly. " Thanks for visiting the Billboard Graph Beat Podcast , where...
tour equipment and containers

The New Economics of Touring: How Emerging Artists Have Navigated the Post-Pandemic Landscape

The live music industry has undergone a seismic shift in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Emerging artists, who once relied heavily on touring...

Karen Lawson Joins Spotify as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand

Karen Lawson is the new managing director of Spotify's operations in Australia & New Zealand. Based in Sydney, Lawson previously served as CEO of start-up...
Social Media Platforms - Music Industry Weekly

Three Underrated Platforms to Share Your Music

Living in the 21st century, music artists have endless opportunities and space to promote their music on the Internet – through social media, streaming...
Music Publishing - Music Industry Weekly

Music Publishing: Prison for an Artist or Skill Training?

Every artist, who decides to take his or her music on a professional level, comes to the point when it is time to dive...
Artists fighting for fair pay from streaming platforms

The Streaming Royalties Controversy: Why Artists Are Still Fighting for Fair Pay

Music streaming has transformed the way we consume music, with platforms like Spotify and Apple Music offering convenient access to millions of songs. However,...

Maximizing Revenue Streams for Musicians in the Digital Age

In today's dynamic music industry, artists face both challenges and opportunities. The digital age has revolutionized music consumption, distribution, and monetization. This article explores...
Independent artists performing on stage, representing the journey to international markets.

How Independent Artists Can Break into International Markets: A Guide

Breaking into international markets has never been more accessible for independent artists. Thanks to the rise of digital tools like streaming platforms, social media,...