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MMF Releases Mental Health Guide, Needed Resource for Artist Managers
20th May 2017 • No commentsRecognizing that the person with an artist more than anyone, often including family and […]
Read MoreMMF Releases comprehensive analysis of artist income in the digital age
13th October 2015 • No commentsToday the MMF released their much-anticipated report on streaming, licensing, and their impact on revenue in the digital music era. Based on data compiled surveys and conversations with 50 artist managers and 30 industry professionals, the report offers detailed analysis of just how complicated revenue streams are now. Written by Chris Cook of CMU, the […]
Read MoreSpotify (Again) – Artists Still Fighting the Wrong Battle
14th November 2014 • 5 commentsI swore I wasn’t going to write anything about this. I promised myself and my mental well-being that I wasn’t going to write anymore about this, yet here I am…writing again about Spotify. Same song, slightly different tune. We all know Taylor Swift pulled her catalog from the streaming service and since then, it’s all […]
Read MoreMusic Without Barriers Working With Artists, Industry to Make Live Music Accessible for Deaf and Disabled Fans
23rd June 2014 • No commentsToday’s FAC digest shared information on a wonderful new campaign by UK organization Attitude is Everything. The #MusicWithoutBarriers campaign hopes to raise awareness and work with artists and venues to make live music more accessible for the deaf and disabled community. Per their website, #MusicWithoutBarriers has 4 key points they wish to raise awareness about: […]
Read MoreMisogyny is Part of Bigger Problem With US Music Industry
14th May 2014 • 1 commentAnyone who knows me, reads Thirty Roses regularly, or follows me on Facebook or Twitter knows that I love no music industry news source more than CMU. Not only do they know what they’re talking about, they’re always funny, charming, and eager to engage in a quick chat about the news of the day. Anyone […]
Read MoreA Closer Look at the Groundbreaking Featured Artists Coaltion
15th October 2013 • 3 comments*This article was originally written for Think Like a Label. I’ll be posting some of my favorite and most popular pieces for TLAL here on Thirty Roses with kind permission from Think Like a Label owner and editor Jeremy Belcher. Many artists speak out about the laws and societal changes that affect them, but artists […]
Read MoreFeatured Artists Coalition: Crispin Hunt’s BPI Address
15th September 2013 • No commentsThe Featured Artists Coalition is something that I’ve long been a supporter of. Recently, co-CEO, songwriter, producer, and former Longpig Crispin Hunt spoke before the BPI (British Phonographic Industry) and the lovely people at the FAC have released the full text of his speech. It is most definitely worthy of your time, so give it […]
Read MoreThe Featured Artists Coalition on Think Like a Label!
11th June 2013 • 2 commentsMy latest article for Think Like a Label is up! This week, a look at the UK’s Featured Artists Coalition. What is it, what does it do, and why should we follow their lead? Read my article HERE!
Read MoreMMF & BitTorrent Event in London
20th May 2013 • 1 commentHello, darlings! Just wanted to make our UK readers aware of a MUST attend event! The MMF have partnered with BitTorrent and will be hosting an event on 23rd May in Tileyard Studios. Sadly, I won’t be able to attend but if any of your schedules allow, do try and secure a place! Please refer […]
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