Music Biz Digest: Distro, Deaths, and Data

Music Biz Digest: Distro, Deaths, and Data

Distribution & Monetization 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 … Read more

Music Industry Digest: AI Controversies, New Tools & Trends

Music Industry Digest: AI Controversies, New Tools & Trends

AI & Legal Battles Udio admits scraping YouTube for AI training: In response to a lawsuit from Sony Music, Udio has confirmed it used YouTube audio to train its AI models, raising significant copyright concerns. Suno’s fair use argument backfires: The AI music platform’s legal defense has been undermined by new evidence, potentially impacting the … Read more

Music Industry Trends: Access, Diversity & Tech

Music Industry Trends: Access, Diversity & Tech

This news digest highlights key developments in the music industry, focusing on accessibility, diversity, and technological shifts. From major artist moves to grassroots movements, these stories reflect a dynamic landscape where inclusivity and innovation are driving change. Ditto X: Meet the Music Industry 2025 | Recap: A recap of the Ditto X event forecasting trends … Read more