Smule Hopes to be the Social Network for Music
With music-making tools and one day live-streaming, Smule hopes to be the social network for music — www.latimes.com
Music app maker Smule doesn’t want to be counted out of the battle of mobile live-streaming services.
Starz is adding music, courtesy of Spotify, to its video app — Recode — www.recode.net
Some songs to go with your shows.
Spotify joins up with Headspace to help people practice mindfulness and meditation — www.independent.co.uk
Spotify is looking to make people better, as well as more entertained. The company has launched a new partnership with Headspace, an app meant to help people live “healthier and happier lives”. In the new deal, people will be able to suscribe to both of the services for a reduced price.
Swedish artists benefitting from global streaming reach — musically.com
One of the talking points of 2016 has been the fear that streaming playlists may increase the dominance of a small number of North American artists.
Wireless Music Streaming Platform Naim Uniti Can Play, Rip and Store — www.cepro.com
Uniti by Naim simplifies hi-fi audio with three all-in-one wireless music streaming platforms that can work together or independently.
Apple Music Plays Important Role in Music Streaming Growth — marketrealist.com
Apple has now managed to grow its paid subscribers for its music service to more than 17 million.