As we prepare to inflict our 30th Anniversary Special Issue upon the world, we've been reviewing our own history pretty closely (yes, we have strong stomachs). But it occurred to us that it might be instructive to look at the Music Industry Bible then and now. So let's compare some headlines from this time in 1986 and from Team Min's most recent issue.
July 26, 1986:
July 30, 2016:
As you can see, little has changed.
SONG REVENUE: CALM BEFORE THE STORM
J. Cole has his moment; Future-Metro have another big payday. (4/19a)
WARNER CHAPPELL ROPES IN RED CLAY STRAYS
Another big get for Guy and Carianne (4/19a)
THE COUNT: COACHELLA, FROM THE COUCH
The coziest way to experience the fest (4/19a)
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THE NEW UMG
Gosh, we hope there are more press releases.
TIKTOK BANNED!
Unless the Senate manages to make this whole thing go away, that is.
THE NEW HUGE COUNTRY ACT
No, not that one.
TRUMP'S CAMPAIGN PLAYLIST
Now 100% unlicensed!
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