Essays & Episodes

An epitaph for the indie stalwart as it becomes another piece in Universal's empire

Promoting the Careers of Women in the Vinyl Record Industry.

What the hell did I just stumble across?

Hip-hop is what this country gets: a defiant celebration of Black excellence born from struggle, now a global cultural force that can never be ignored.

Uncovering the Pulse of Global Electronic Music.

The Rhythm of Innovation: Lucian Grainge's Harmonious Dance with AI.

The oldies are overshadowing the newbies in the music world.

Bloomberg also revealed that Lamar is planning a stadium tour following his Super Bowl LIX performance.

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Everything you need to know about mastering for vinyl

Music: A Symphony of Senses and Experiences.

Repetition: The Secret Sauce of Music's Magic.

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The Music Industry in 2024: Navigating Growth, Challenges, and the Call for Tangible Solutions.

Challenging the Status Quo in the Music Industry.

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Artists must own the direct-to-customer relationship with their fans to experience meaningful growth in the evolving music industry.

The Complicated History of Dance Music and Its Embrace by Black Artists.

Why have record labels stopped breaking new artists, and what can be done about it?

The collaborative process behind hit pop songs.

Exploring the psychology behind our love for familiar music and the value of seeking out new sounds.

Thanks to some recent studies we have a few intriguing clues.

If music be the food of love, play on, give me excess of it.