Gig Strategies & Industry Insights
- Booking Gigs in Mumbai: A musician seeks advice on getting shows; tips include networking with local venues, using apps like BookMyShow for indie events, and joining Facebook groups for Mumbai musicians.
- Ticketmaster Under Fire: UK lawmakers accuse Ticketmaster of creating a ‘climate of fear’ amid a possible antitrust investigation into its market dominance and dynamic pricing.
- Stability AI’s Julian Parker Joins Spotify’s AI Team: Key researcher behind Stable Audio moves to Spotify just after the streamer’s landmark deal with UMG for AI remixes.
- Spotify Backlash: Recent changes (likely pricing or UI) spark user backlash; no details provided.
- Best AI Music Tools: Curated list of practical AI tools for artists, covering music generation, mastering, and promo.
- Instagram Carousels with Audio: Using carousel posts with audio boosts reach and engagement—try educational slides with a soundtrack.
- Music Promotion Tips: General advice: leverage short-form video, collaborate with micro-influencers, and post consistently.
- Viral Without Record Deals: An artist went viral strategically, turned down major labels, and now sells out venues worldwide—proof of indie viability.
- Finding Inspiration: Personal reflection on sources of creativity; mentions a query about doing more acrylic painting.
- Copyright Duration in US/PR: General rule: life of author + 70 years; work-for-hire: 95 years from publication or 120 from creation.
- KO Sidekick Worth It? A personal review of this sampler/sequencer unit; likely positive for portability and ease of use.
- MusicofFuture Spotify Playlist: New weekly playlist available for streaming.
- Memorial Day YouTube Growth Deal: 10% off promotion from May 24–31 for YouTube growth services.
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