The MP3 Turns 25; Gang of Four Return With Archival Live Audio; UFC, ACX Music Create Music…
As the MP3 turns 25 this week, we look back at its legacy — themusicnetwork.com
As the MP3 turns 25 this week, we look back at its legacy — themusicnetwork.com
Two and a half decades ago, the MP3 compressed digital format came to market and launched a revolution in the way music is created, shared and listened to.
Gang of Four Are Back on Streaming With Archival Live Audio — www.rollingstone.com
Legendary post-punk band Gang of Four are working with Matador Records on a new archival project
UFC, ACX Music partner to create music streaming app — www.sportbusiness.com
Ultimate Fighting Championship has signed a licensing agreement with global creative tech company ACX Music to create music streaming app “UFC Ultimate Sound.
Amazon launches Summer Sessions dance playlists — www.musicweek.com
The line-up of DJs and producers for The Summer Sessions includes Martin Garrix, Calvin Harris’ project Love Regenerator, Jayda G, Tiesto, Kygo, Galantis and Disclosure.
Facebook reportedly ready to begin streaming music videos — www.cnet.com
Licensing rights currently prohibit record label artists from running full-length music videos on the site.
Spotify partners with Notting Hill Carnival for its first digital event — www.musicweek.com
The virtual event will be the first in Notting Hill Carnival’s 54-year history.
Canadians Are Embracing Music Streaming Faster Than Americans, Report Finds — www.digitalmusicnews.com
The Canadian music industry is continuing to move away from physical music and digital purchases while embracing streaming at a faster rate than in the U.S.
The Missing Songs — streamingmachinery.com
Have you ever tried to listen a favorite song in a streaming service only to find out it is no longer available? The first time I faced this “problem” was a few years ago, when I looked for songs from “Avonmore” — Bryan Ferry’s 2014 album, and did not found any.
Audiomack Expands in Africa With New Nigeria Office — www.billboard.com
Free music streaming service Audiomack is expanding its operations in Africa by opening a new office in Lagos, Nigeria, the company tells Billboard.
“The Devil Went Down To Georgia” Reaches #1 On US iTunes Following News Of Charlie Daniels’ Passing — headlineplanet.com
Monday brought the news that music legend Charlie Daniels had passed away at the age of 83. As fans remembered the artist, they began revisiting his music
Virginie Berger appointed VP Of Rights Management at Songtradr — www.musicbusinessworldwide.com
Berger will manage the Rights Administration platform and work directly with CMOs and PROs.
Southern Brewing Company to host live music and streaming festival — www.redandblack.com
Today, Southern Brewing Company will team up with Live Wire Athens and Aubrey Entertainment to host #LoveShack, a socially distanced live music and streaming festival.
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