Record Labels & Deals
Why Major Labels Are Betting Big on Catalog Acquisitions
Exploring the trend of major labels spending billions on legacy music catalogs and what it means for the industry.
Elena RostovaOct 12, 20244 min read
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Streaming & Digital
The Real Economics of Streaming: Where Does Your Dollar Go?
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Streaming & Digital
How Playlist Placement Can Make or Break an Artist's Career
The power dynamics of editorial playlists and algorithmic discovery.
Jasmine KaurOct 22, 2024
Streaming & Digital
Beyond Spotify: Why Artists Are Diversifying Their Digital Presence
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