Music Biz Digest: Distro, Deaths, and Data -

Distro or CD? Choose based on your audience and goals; digital distribution offers global reach, while CDs can boost merch sales and fan engagement.
Meta Ads to Spotify Analyzer: A new tool helps artists track ad performance and optimize Spotify conversion—essential for data-driven promo.
Celebrating 30K Streams in 7 Days: Key takeaways include strategic playlisting, social sharing incentives, and consistent release pacing.

Colin Stetson signs with Third Side Music for publishing representation; known for experimental saxophone work.
BMI promotes four executives across Creative and Corporate Communications, signaling continued leadership investment.
CMA Fest Week launches with Country Forward initiative, focusing on inclusivity and industry advancement.

Peabo Bryson, voice of Disney duets, passed away at 75. His iconic ballads from ‘Aladdin’ and ‘Beauty and the Beast’ left a lasting legacy.
Wyatt Flores sets new album ‘Scared of Heights’ for July—anticipated follow-up to his rising country career.
Olivia Rodrigo covered CMAT’s ‘When a Good Man Cries’ on BBC Radio 1, spotlighting Euro-country genre crossover.

Bouncy Rap Flow Tutorial offers techniques for rhythm and delivery improvement.
6 Stereotypes That’ll Make You Think challenges assumptions about the music industry and artist identity.
Rapid fire hot takes on music business from Symphonic (video) cover streaming, ticketing, and indie strategies.
Musicians: who taught you? A reflection on formal vs. informal learning paths.
Copyright: who owns the song? Explains songwriter vs. performer rights, crucial for royalty splits.