INDIE-ROCK QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “I’ve always thought we write pop music. I think songs of ours could be on the radio. They’re not... There’s a ceiling that independent artists hit, and the only way past it is radio. [And radio] still feels very much controlled by major labels’ ability to use leverage—you still have to have the muscle. Very few indie acts actually have breakthrough radio hits.” —Grizzly Bear’s Ed Droste quoted on NYmag.com in a trending story about the challenges facing the critically acclaimed indie band and its peers. Roy Trakin gives the piece a close read in the latest edition of Trakin Care of Business. (10/19a)
MUSIC REVENUE TOPPED $17B IN 2023: RIAA
Streaming subscriptions lead the charge. (3/27a)
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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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