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“Just ask Kiss, Nirvana and The Rolling Stones - all bands that became globally recognised brands”: How to build an artist identity that cuts through the noise

Establishing your artist name is more vital than you might think

MusicRadar · Oct 16, 2024

Spotify takes the fight to YouTube with big music video rollout — but there's a catch

You can now watch music videos with your Spotify subscription, but US users are out of luck.

Tom’s Guide · Oct 16, 2024

'We ripped up the rule book' – how NTS radio took over London and the world

Since launching from a tiny studio in Hackney in 2011, NTS has grown from a local experiment into a global phenomenon with a dedicated cult following. Emma Loffhagen speaks to founder Femi Adeyemi and DJ Flo Dill about the alt-radio station’s stratospheric rise to success

Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2024

Spotify says it will allow staff to work from home, says employees "aren't children"

Adults “aren’t children,” and Spotify says it trusts its workers to get the job done whether they’re at home or in the office.

TechRadar · Oct 14, 2024

"As a musician, you've lost money before you've even got off the ground”: A shocking analysis of the disparity between promoting music compared to other sectors

Why are musicians frequently finding themselves counting their losses?

MusicRadar · Oct 14, 2024

Google may be upgrading Assistant actions into Gemini-powered Extensions

The popular Google Assistant actions like the ability to send text on WhatsApp might soon be done by Gemini itself.

Android Central · Oct 14, 2024

The week in audio: Kill List; Call Her Daddy; Boj & Kate Have a Lot on Their Plate; Johnny Walker – review

The tale of a scam hitman on the dark web grips after a slow start; Kamala Harris has the human touch in a US interview; Kate Lawler is moreish; and a radio stalwart is set to bow out

The Guardian - UK · Oct 12, 2024

From frat-bro media to Kamala Harris: how the sex podcast Call Her Daddy reached the stratosphere

Alex Cooper’s show features no-holds-barred chats about intimacy and mental health. The vice-president’s visit offered a chance to connect with the TikTok generation

The Guardian - US · Oct 12, 2024

Spotify Wrapped 2025: When does the tracking period end?

Spotify Wrapped will return for yet another year of music fun this winter

Evening Standard · Oct 11, 2024

"Outliving my little brother, this just wasn't the plan. As the older brother, I was supposed to die first. Same as always, Ed, butting in line": Listen to Alex Van Halen's emotional tribute for Eddie Van Halen from his new audiobook, Brothers

Alex Van Halen makes a beautiful tribute to the late Eddie Van Halen in his new audiobook, Brothers, which is also set to feature a previously unreleased song composed by the pair

Metal Hammer · Oct 10, 2024