Share this postPlatform & StreamStreaming Saves the Music Industry; Where is the Instagram for Audio? Should You Invest in Spotify's IPO?Copy linkFacebookEmailNotesMoreStreaming Saves the Music Industry; Where is the Instagram for Audio? Should You Invest in Spotify's IPO?Platform & StreamApr 02, 2018Share this postPlatform & StreamStreaming Saves the Music Industry; Where is the Instagram for Audio? Should You Invest in Spotify's IPO?Copy linkFacebookEmailNotesMoreShareAccording to the RIAA, In 2017 revenues from recorded music in the United States increased 16.5% at estimated retail value to $8.7 billion, continuing the growth from the previous year. Similar to…As you read this, the mass adoption of voice-enabled devices and experiences around the world is accelerating -- with music taking center stage as a growth driver and guinea pig.When I listen to a really excellent episode of a podcast, I rarely share it with anyone. For such an intimate and engaging medium, listening to podcasts can be a very isolated experience. Any podcast…Ty Segall, Bill Callahan, and Silver Jews streaming on all major platforms; Joanna Newsom still off SpotifyDon't expect a sudden chart topper to come from this stock debut.Paul Wilson wonders about the future of the compact disc...Today, Spotify is holding its only investor meeting prior to its non-IPO. We don't know if management will take any questions. If they do, here are the top five questions we'd ask. Uh, when do you expect to be profitable? Spotify is very good at losing money. While revenue grew by 49% and gross profit...Releasing your music how you want to on SoundCloud is getting even easier with scheduled releases letting you pick exactly when your music goes live.We discuss Spotify’s Amplify hub, Stephens’ Women of the World Playlist, and connecting music and culture.Some Oklahoma churches, including many in Enid, embrace streaming digital services for members who are out of town or cannot attend for other reasons, like illness.The music industry is churning out more music than ever before, according to a new report from The Wall Street Journal.Audio streaming and artist tools company wave.ac announced that they intend to pivot their centralized music service to a blockchain model by their beta launch in the Spring.Pär-Jörgen Pärson was the first outside investor in Spotify in 2008. He explains why.PreviousNext