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Members: Live Nation, Ticketmaster Cleared to Merge
Posted by Admin - on Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 15:24:27 PST (39 reads)
Topic: Industry News
| Ticketmaster Entertainment and Live Nation won U.S. antitrust clearance to merge after agreeing to divest certain assets, sending the shares of both companies sharply higher. The U.S. Justice Department said it was requiring Ticketmaster to license its primary ticketing software to a competitor, sell off one ticketing unit, and agree to terms that bar it from retaliating against venue owners who decide to use a competing ticket service. The deal is expected to close in a few days to create a new company called Live Nation Entertainment which would own more than 140 concert venues globally, sell around 140 million tickets a year and promote 22,000 concerts annually. Complete Article
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Members: SongWriters Fest on Music Row Ramps Up Again for June 4-6
Posted by Admin - on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 16:16:35 PST (55 reads)
Topic: Opportunities
| Songwriters of every genre, from the novice to the professional will converge for The 8th Annual Nashville SongWriters Festival held June 4-6. The 2010 Song Fest is many happenings in one. It's part live original music festival, part teaching conference, part business networking opportunity and part gathering of old friends. Tune smiths share their songs on multiple stages and Open Sing Rings located directly on Music Row. Registration is now officially open. Website
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NPR: More Music Survey Answers
Posted by Admin - on Thursday, November 12, 2009 @ 14:40:07 PST (94 reads)
Topic: Industry News
| Here's another end-of-the-decade question that NPR sent out to a varied list of people in the arts, music and entertainment communities. But don't just take their word for it, what are you excited about? Leave your thoughts in the comments section. Complete Article
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On the Scene: City Scenes: Indianapolis
Posted by Admin - on Sunday, September 13, 2009 @ 15:43:23 PDT (589 reads)
Topic: Local
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Note (September 2009): As I retire our City Scenes spotlight articles for the
immediate future to concentrate on exploring different areas of the music industry
as a whole, I was struck with a bit of nostalgia and a self-serving need to
not only bolster my own stomping grounds, but to administer a resounding "props"
to the Midwestern music scene as a whole. I still feel very strongly that while
the coasts and edgy scenes like Austin set the mainstream music trends, the
heart and soul of modern music and its roots are firmly entrenched in the middle
states of America. Musicians are transient by nature; creative, ambitious souls
who pound the pavement and hit the road to provide some escapism to the masses
and connect with them on a wholly truthtelling level. These artists travel through
the Crossroads of America and filter out to the cities beyond. It's funny, after
all these years, I am endeared to Indianapolis and its brilliant musicians in
a way that even surprises a jaded music writer.
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Interviews: Choice Cuts In Depth: Chad Hollister
Posted by Admin - on Sunday, September 13, 2009 @ 15:30:09 PDT (598 reads)
Topic: Industry News
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Chad Hollister comes from the "it's-all-I’ve-ever-done" school
of indie musicianship. He graduated from the University of Vermont and immediately
went full-time. That sense of unapologetic freedom comes through in his plain-spoken
and occasionally sardonic lyrics as well as the ebullience and resolute rock
in his compositional approach. "I’d like to get across to listeners
that they can do anything," he says.
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Les Paul, 1915-2009
Posted by Admin - on Sunday, September 13, 2009 @ 15:28:35 PDT (259 reads)
Topic: Commentary
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No other guitarist has ever been as complete a musician as Les Paul. He was
equal parts showman, technician, serious craftsman, fun-loving imp, immediately
identifiable stylist and versatile journeyman. The car mechanic’s son from
Waukesha, Wisconsin covered the gamut of American genres from 1932, when, as
Rhubarb Red, he performed country on St. Louis’s KMOX radio, through blues
(his first recordings were as an accompanist to Georgia White in 1936), through
jazz (playing with big bands, as well as the likes of Art Tatum and J.J. Johnson)
to the pop period that made him a household name, to 2009, where he was in his
thirteenth year of a regular Monday night gig at Iridium at 51st and Broadway
in New York, tying together his stylistic forays over the decades.
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Interviews: Company Profile: ReverbNation
Posted by Suzanne Glass - on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 @ 16:26:00 PDT (687 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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Writing these profile interviews every month for the past several years (read
more), I've learned a lot about the people who run the businesses we musicians
use everyday. Over time, more and more companies have been started by "serial
entrepreneurs" and not music people. That's not always a bad thing, but
it does make me look closer into any company's sincere desire to further the
art of music versus other possible motives. A couple months back, we interviewed
SellaBand, and while they had one "serial entrepreneur" onboard, my
interaction with the company told my musician core they were a company with
musicians' best interest at heart, along with trying to make a buck. Even Indie-Music
has to make a buck, and we are about as "old school" music business
as you can get.
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On the Scene: City Scenes: Madison
Posted by Heidi Drockelman - on Sunday, August 09, 2009 @ 19:44:56 PDT (549 reads)
Topic: Local
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As a Midwesterner who spent a good deal of time in an insulated, liberal pocket
tucked in a conservative-leaning state, I've always had an affection for rebellious
cities in the middle of the country. Madison is infamously known as an artsy,
hip home to radicals and creative types. It's no surprise, then, that Madison
is a place where nationally-known musicians want to tour and where local talent
remains one of the nation's best-kept secrets. The city is perpetually youthful
and hopeful due to the thousands of college students that move in and out from
year to year. Brimming with idealism and beautiful natural surroundings, Madison
is a unique place to live or visit.
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Interviews: Choice Cuts In Depth: Sue Menhart Band
Posted by Barney Quick - on Sunday, August 09, 2009 @ 19:38:42 PDT (370 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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Sue Menhart has an ample portion of that indie wonderment at her success. A
mere three years ago, the Connecticut-based singer-guitarist was a computer
analyst moonlighting in cover bands. Today, she has a worldwide fan base and
a curriculum vitae that includes two solid albums of her own material, live
television and radio appearances and clubs that ask her to come back and play
repeatedly.
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On the Scene: City Scenes: Richmond
Posted by Heidi Drockelman - on Saturday, June 06, 2009 @ 19:18:35 PDT (962 reads)
Topic: Local
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"Virginia is for lovers." Music lovers, history buffs, and experienced
travelers will enjoy the relaxed and culturally inspired vibe that Richmond
has to offer. Virginia's capital city presents a history lesson at nearly every
street corner, with landmarks and attractions pre-dating the Revolutionary War.
This rich culture infuses the music and arts communities, too. Folk, blues,
and country blend into a diverse and harmonious music scene that remains vibrant
with loyal local fans and a healthy dose of touring bands. Richmond provides
a perfect backdrop for those seeking a unique urban experience.
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Interviews: Choice Cuts In Depth: Mr. Extasis
Posted by Barney Quick - on Saturday, June 06, 2009 @ 19:16:04 PDT (484 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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A truly indie approach to music involves more than just methods, strategy and
scope of opportunities. At its core, it’s a spirit, a drive that can’t
be extinguished. It persists whether one’s resources are great or meager,
whether thousands are listening or one is knocking on doors for a chance to
be heard. It’s embodied in artists like Mr. Extasis.
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Interviews: Company Profile: SellaBand
Posted by Suzanne Glass - on Saturday, June 06, 2009 @ 19:12:00 PDT (795 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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It's as obvious as it is ingenious: let music fans invest directly in artists
they believe in, taking a stake in the band's future profits. As part of the
process, the artist earns the financial backing needed to record and promote
a serious album. Welcome to SellaBand. Indie-Music recently spoke with Adam
Sieff, Director of A&R, to find out how SellaBand started and where
it's going from here.
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Live Performance: Product Review ~ Hearos High Fidelity Series Ear Plugs
Posted by Suzanne Glass - on Saturday, June 06, 2009 @ 19:07:18 PDT (725 reads)
Topic: Gear
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Do your ears ring after band practice or concerts? Pay attention, because ringing
in the ears (properly called tinnitus) is a warning sign that you've just damaged
your hearing. Since hearing loss is cumulative and permanent, musicians are
particularly at-risk due to their long hours of exposure to high-volume music
over many years.
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On the Scene: City Scenes: Denver
Posted by Heidi Drockelman - on Sunday, May 03, 2009 @ 12:45:14 PDT (964 reads)
Topic: Local
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While it may not enjoy the same notoriety as some jazz, blues, or indie music
meccas across the United States, Colorado's largest city has been churning out
a steady stream of quality music and artists for decades. It might seem unlikely
that a mountainous region known for its vacation travel and ski slopes would
produce sweet pop or smooth jazz, but the beautiful surroundings of the Mile
High City do literally inspire. During my last visit to the area, I emerged
from my initial altitude adjustment to find a warm, inviting, and wonderfully
accepting local music crowd. They are not only embrace musical visitors to the
city, but regularly keep the local venues booming with business. And there are
wonderful venues in town that consistently book national, regional and local
bestsellers onto their stages. It's no secret that the stunning scenery brings
a healthy dose of creativity and perspective to local musicians, and it's well
worth a visit from artists all over the country, too.
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Interviews: Choice Cuts In Depth: Tiffany Thompson
Posted by Barney Quick - on Sunday, May 03, 2009 @ 12:42:49 PDT (619 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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The Washington D.C. / northern Virginia area is known for its fast-paced, transient
lifestyle and cacophonous atmosphere, but singer-songwriter Tiffany Thompson
is imparting something quieter, more personal, and lasting to its character.
While she fits right into eastern-seaboard society by virtue of being well-traveled
and savvy, her essential groundedness comes through in her uplifting music and
keenly insightful lyrics.
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Interviews: Company Profile: L2P Network
Posted by Suzanne Glass - on Sunday, May 03, 2009 @ 12:38:42 PDT (623 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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Founded by two veterans in the area of musician publications (former publishers
of Gig and Mobile Beat), the L2P Network takes advantage of technological
advancements to offer a full spectrum of news and services to today's working
and aspiring musician. Whether it's the latest on new musical gear or a chance
to be heard, L2P Network is among the premiere providers on the web.
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On the Scene: City Scenes: New Orleans
Posted by Heidi Drockelman - on Sunday, March 08, 2009 @ 14:32:33 PDT (1485 reads)
Topic: Local
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No music listing or directory is complete without including The Big Easy...
although life here for musicians and residents alike has been anything but easy
for the last several years. Some shop and venue locations may have changed,
but then, a rich cultural heritage based on improvisation, creativity, and passion
brings a lot to the table. Rebuilding efforts continue and artists have banded
together to ensure that a vibrant jazz and heritage scene bursts back to life
bigger and better than ever. When I originally set out to compile a City Scenes
spotlight article on this great city, tragedy had struck. At that time, it was
important to send out a message based on the most basic responses: generosity,
friendship, acceptance, and community. Now, I see a hopeful, robust city putting
its best musical foot forward and inviting those displaced back into the fold.
There is still work to be done, but NOLA residents continue to whistle (and
jam) while they work toward a brighter, brassier future.
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Interviews: Choice Cuts In Depth: Matthew Mayfield
Posted by Barney Quick - on Sunday, March 08, 2009 @ 14:30:48 PDT (1681 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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The indie life often involves a lot of re-inventing one’s musical self,
of rising phoenix-like from the ashes of some deal gone bad or some longtime
association that fizzles. Both have happened to Matthew Mayfield, and he’s
never been happier than he is rebuilding himself as a solo artist.
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Interviews: Company Profile: Stereofame
Posted by Suzanne Glass - on Sunday, March 08, 2009 @ 14:26:07 PDT (875 reads)
Topic: Interviews
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One of the newest players in the online music world, Stereofame will be celebrating
their one year anniversary in April 2009. The innovative, game-based site allows
both musicians and fans to benefit - and to have fun while doing it. Founded
by "serial entrepreneur" Ken Underwood, not by the usual music industry
insiders, Stereofame offers a fresh approach to discovering and promoting music,
and offers some nice perks for artists who participate. We recently spoke with
Stereofame's Kristin Stancato to get the lowdown on the company's founding,
current promotions, and future plans.
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On the Scene: City Scenes: Austin
Posted by Heidi Drockelman - on Monday, February 09, 2009 @ 23:04:27 PST (996 reads)
Topic: Local
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Thankfully, nothing much changes in Austin. While many cities continue to see
clubs closing and attendance lacking, what better place to light a fire under
the live music industry than the "live music capital of the world".
Austin continues to shine as a beacon for fresh, inspiring music and as a place
where thousands of musicians flock to rock out. As we approach yet another SXSW
festival, one can't help but note the influence this unique and progressive
city has to offer the music industry and fans of live music in general. When
times are tough, Austin embraces its creative patrons and uses its strong government
support to foster an atmosphere that is inspired and lacking in pretension.
Anytime is a good time to revisit Austin.
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