Spotify surpassed 500 million users in 2023, making it one of the largest music streaming services on the planet. Part of successfully tapping into that market is album artwork that follows Spotify’s album art cover guidelines.
Is Noise Cancelling Bad for Your Ears?
Is noise-cancelling technology actually bad for your ears? New research suggests that more Gen Z and Millennials are at risk of hearing loss due to their excessive headphone use — so what’s the best way to prevent hearing damage, with or without noise-cancelling technology?
Apple Has $19 EarPods with USB-C Now, Offering Lossless Audio Support
Apple unveiled the new iPhone 15 models last week—with a new addition to the accessory line-up. Now EarPods are available with USB-C connectors, offering lossless playback.
Are 10% of Spotify Streams Really ‘Fake’? — New Report Prompts Fresh Industry Conjecture
Are 10% of Spotify streams really ‘fake’? The latest report from the Financial Times prompts more industry conjecture in a time of AI uncertainty.
Introducing Viberate for Artists — A Hub for Independent Musicians
The newly launched Viberate for Artists platform offers music distribution on all major DSPs. It also includes booking and promotion tools, a free onepager, and professional artist analytics covering both streaming and social media channels. Viberate also offers musicians the chance to get an advance while keeping 100% of their rights.
YolanDa Brown Raises $313,000 for ‘Soul Mama’ Restaurant & Music Venue
YolanDa Brown has raised $313,000 for the new ‘Soul Mama’ restaurant and music venue in London. Here’s the latest.
What’s the Best Tool for Tracking Spotify Data?
Curious about the best tools for tracking Spotify data? We look at some of the best options to track your streaming data across platforms.
Apple Services, Including Apple Music, Reach Record Quarterly Revenues of $20.9 Billion
Apple beat analyst expectations for the first quarter, with its services segment, including Apple Music, reporting record revenue of $20.9 billion.
Vinyl Sales in the US Hit Highest Levels Since 1991 – Report
Vinyl sales in the United States have reached highs not seen since 1991 thanks to the holidays.
New Album Releases Lead a 15-Year Uptick in Vinyl LP Sales — Album Success in 2022 Shared Across the UK
Album success in 2022 is shared across the regions of the UK, while new album releases lead a predicted 15th successive annual uplift in vinyl LP sales, with eight of the year’s Top Ten sellers released in 2022.