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Apple responds to Spotify with a new dashboard for artists 25 January 2018
In response to arch-rival Spotify’s products for artists, Apple has launched a new dashboard which will allow artists on Apple Music to track fans’ listening and buying habits. The dashboard is called Apple Music for Artists and is available to … Continue reading
Wynk Music gives tough competition to JioMusic in India 24 January 2018
Wynk Music, the OTT music app of Bharti Airtel has crossed 75 million app installs and recorded 100% spike in Indian regional music streaming. The company revealed that 13% of the active user base is from the rural market and … Continue reading
Spotify announces “Spotlight” to enhance podcast quality 22 January 2018
Swedish streaming giant, Spotify has announced the year’s first major feature announcement in a format called “Spotlight” that allows podcasters to complement their audio presentations with visual media. The media can be photos or text as well. While the first … Continue reading
Amazon Prime Music and Spotify stand neck and neck in Germany 19 January 2018
According to a report, Amazon Prime Music has 18% penetration in Germany when it comes to weekly active users and the data is too captivating for Amazon, as it is only a percent behind its Swedish counterpart, Spotify. While in … Continue reading
Amazon Prime Music strikes content deal with Zee Music 17 January 2018
After hinting the launch of Prime Music in India for months, Amazon has formally announced its partnership with Zee Music. However, the exact date of launch for the streaming service and the financial aspect of the deal is under wrap. … Continue reading
2017 memorable for the US Music Industry 08 January 2018
With incredible artists, huge investment, and innovative steps from record companies, 2017, has proved to be a memorable year for the music industry. However, its the streaming services who are largely responsible for the reach, popularity, and growth of the … Continue reading
Spotify set to go Public, to be listed on NYSE 05 January 2018
According to sources, Spotify has filed a confidential registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission which has confirmed the speculation that the company may go public. Through this registration, Spotify will have its shares listed on the New York Stock … Continue reading
Deezer supports lossless audio streaming on new desktop app 20 November 2017
Music streaming service Deezer rolled out a new desktop app for macOS that offers high-definition lossless audio content in the FLAC format. With this app, users no longer have to open up a new browser and will be able to … Continue reading
DirecTV Now to include 5.1 audio on select channels 14 November 2017
AT&T’s DirecTV Now app, now being updated to support 5.1 audio on some channels, including MTV. The app is being reviewed by beta testers currently and the official release is expected before the end of the year. Many consumers have … Continue reading
Australian musicians reaping handsome revenue owing to the growth in Spotify and Apple Music users. 13 October 2017
Australian and New Zealand artists earned $62 million in royalties from online streaming in the year to date. According to APRA AMCOS, that’s a 127 percent increase and is majorly driven by distribution on digital platforms and growth in the … Continue reading
