Regional Mexican music surges in U.S. streams, reshaping Latin category

In artist development, perceived popularity metrics like follower counts often miss the mark. Real impact stems from engagement and substantive data points. Spotify numbers, for instance, can reveal more about an artist's true reach and influence. NCEG is committed to teaching students and teachers how to identify these metrics and to help them turn the music industry into a team sport. Text 'NCEG' to 53-555 to support our mission and help us expand to more schools. #artistdevelopment #musicisateamsport #musicindustry #ncaaformusic #ncegtheprocess #nceg

In this episode of The Daily Difference , I talk about the importance for artists to understand data and how technology allows indie creatives to put their music in the marketplace for the world to consume. I discuss the value of being global and embracing international audiences who may not speak the same language but still appreciate the music. The goal is to build a sustainable career and find success on your own terms. Are you embracing and adopting the ability to have a worldwide global scope of your music and the importance of how it allows you to build a core audience? #supportindiemusic #bridgingthegap #valuerelationships #makingadifference #payingitforward #globalfootprint #datadriven #ncourage #nspire

Spotify vs. the music industry — who really wins in the deal? 🎵 Prerna Rakheja and her team from Bates White Economic Consulting built an economic model to find out. Want to see how the math behind the music works? Listen to the full episode on Strategy Simplified (S20E10). #bateswhite #economicconsulting

Raja Bangz 90s Influence: How Music Trends Today | Urban Grind Radio 🎹 Raja Bangz @rajabangz — Grammy-nominated, Multi-Platinum Producer — joins Urban Grind Radio to break down how the golden era of the ‘90s continues to shape today’s sound. He explains how music is cyclical, with every generation borrowing from the one before — and why the 2020s are reviving the heart, soul, and creativity that defined the ‘90s. 🔁 💬 “The music business is cyclical. The ‘70s inspired the ‘80s, the ‘80s inspired the ‘90s, and now this generation is recycling the golden era. The key is simple — make great music.” 🎧 Listen & Watch the full interview: https://lnkd.in/gcjpMR-q 📻 Urban Grind Radio — Syndicated nationwide with over 400K monthly listeners 🎙️ Hosted by Wally Lockard III J.D. 🌐 https://lnkd.in/gWSjKHY6 #UrbanGrindRadio #RajaBangz #RiccoLumpkins #WallyLockardIII #MakingMoneyWithMusic #MusicBusiness #ChicagoHipHop #GrammyProducer #90sHipHop #GoldenEra #MusicCulture #IndependentArtists #LevelUpTheCulture @

Check out Nikki Wishart’s highlights from BIGSOUND_AU, where QSIC joined the conversation through Mastering Momentum: The Independent Artist’s Edge. Exploring how artists can stay in control while building the right support around them. Alongside Spotify and Community Music, Nikki unpacked how independence doesn’t mean doing it alone, and why the right partnerships can help artists grow on their own terms. Watch the full panel on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e2VXxXWz #retailmedia #audio #aooh #musicindustry #independentartists #BIGSOUND

Great talk with journalist, critic and writer Liz Pelly about Spotify's impact on music. Really interesting insights. I think it emphasizes the responsibility we designers have to champion users' active participation in the arts. https://lnkd.in/gHBZBcHH

In Episode 2 of Beat The Biz, we explore what it really takes to get noticed by a label and the strategies artists can use to stand out. 💡 From building an audience to creating momentum, it’s about more than music — it’s about movement. 👉 What do you think labels value most when signing new talent? #AUMEX #BeatTheBiz #MusicBusiness #ArtistDevelopment #AUMEXConference25

Ever wonder how much the music industry has transformed? Reflecting on the past, there was a time when studio musicians were the unsung heroes behind nearly every hit record. It's wild to think that a select few, like the Wrecking Crew, shaped the sound of an era. Imagine the Monkees showing up, only to be told, 'We just need Davy Jones; the rest can scram.' Now, technology has democratized music creation. Anyone with basic equipment can produce a decent demo, a stark contrast to the exclusive access of yesteryear. It's a powerful reminder of how industries evolve, sometimes favoring the established few, sometimes empowering the many. Curious to hear your thoughts: How do you see technology reshaping creative fields? #MusicIndustry #MusicHistory #Technology #Innovation #CreativeEconomy

Music tech companies thrive when there’s a vibrant, decentralized culture and music scene. 🔗 Here is a clip from the latest episode with Gösta Wellmer, former Head of Design at Native Instruments and former CEO of Elektron Music Machines 🔗 Entire episode can be found here: 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 👉 https://apple.co/3KOdvmu 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 👉https://lnkd.in/dM58tSzU 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞 (with video) 👉https://lnkd.in/dYzfTxeH #audioPM #musictech #productmanagement #instruments #audio #berlin #culture

In the music industry, understanding your rights isn’t optional — it’s essential. From publishing to performance, the artists who know their business are the ones who build lasting success. Knowledge isn’t just power — it’s profit. 💼 #AUMEX #CreativeEconomy #MusicBusiness #AUMEXConference25