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#netflix
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Netflix vs Spotify: Which Streaming Stock Will Outperform?

Netflix and Spotify show contrasting trajectories as they enter 2026, with Netflix expanding aggressively and Spotify focusing on user growth and operational efficiency.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Netflix vs Spotify: Which Streaming Stock Will Outperform?

Netflix and Spotify show contrasting trajectories as they enter 2026, with Netflix expanding aggressively and Spotify focusing on user growth and operational efficiency.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
4 days ago

New audio ad service seeks reach + relevance

StreamGuys launched SGcreative, an audio advertising service targeting the U.S. Hispanic market in partnership with Nueva Network.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
21 hours ago

From Streaming To AI: Agency Leaders' Next Big Media Bets

Streaming platform consolidation is reshaping agency strategies, emphasizing precision and adaptability in targeting consumer attention.
Music production
fromRAIN News
3 days ago

Streams up; downloads down. RIAA's 2025 year-end report

Total 2025 revenue for the radio industry reached $11.5 billion, with paid subscriptions and vinyl sales driving significant growth.
#new-music
Music
fromConsequence
18 hours ago

Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week March 28th - April 3rd

New music highlights include tracks from BbyMutha, Deb Never, and Disclosure, showcasing diverse styles and emotional depth.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

New Songs Out Today

New music releases include singles from Future Teens, Ravyn Lenae, corook, and Active Child, each exploring themes of honesty, hypocrisy, and personal struggle.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
4 days ago

New Songs Out Today

New music reviews cover various genres, featuring artists like Beth Orton and Lambrini Girls with their latest releases.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Eddy Cue on how iTunes became Apple's services blueprint

"It truly revolutionized music, and it really gave us a whole different perspective of what services can do," Cue said.
Apple
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
Marketing
fromRAIN News
2 days ago

RAIN Notes: April 2

iHeartMedia appoints Jamie Cutburth as VP of Marketing to enhance its marketing strategy and promotes Andrew Festo to VP of Events and Experiences.
Tech industry
fromThe Motley Fool
1 day ago

Why I Wouldn't Touch Roku Stock Right Now | The Motley Fool

Roku's stock has declined significantly, despite recent revenue growth and profitability, due to structural challenges and high competition in the tech industry.
#indie-games
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Indie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games

Indie Pass is a new subscription service for indie games launching on April 13, offering over 70 titles for $8 per month.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Indie Pass is a new subscription service just for indie games

Indie.io launches Indie Pass, a subscription service for indie games, priced at $6.99 per month, featuring over 70 titles starting April 13th.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Indie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games

Indie Pass is a new subscription service for indie games launching on April 13, offering over 70 titles for $8 per month.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Indie Pass is a new subscription service just for indie games

Indie.io launches Indie Pass, a subscription service for indie games, priced at $6.99 per month, featuring over 70 titles starting April 13th.
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
Film
fromConsequence
3 days ago

Pavement Announce Pavements+, "The World's First Streaming Service Dedicated Entirely to Just One Band"

Pavement has launched a new streaming service, Pavements+, featuring their film and exclusive content.
#music
NYC music
fromPitchfork
4 days ago

Jessie Ware, Nia Archives, Robyn, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Pitchfork Selects playlist showcases favorite new music from staff, featuring various artists and tracks each week.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Underscores, Lightris, JWords, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Pitchfork Selects playlist showcases favorite new music from staff, featuring various artists and tracks each week.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
4 days ago

Jessie Ware, Nia Archives, Robyn, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Pitchfork Selects playlist showcases favorite new music from staff, featuring various artists and tracks each week.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Underscores, Lightris, JWords, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Pitchfork Selects playlist showcases favorite new music from staff, featuring various artists and tracks each week.
#creator-economy
fromForbes
5 days ago
Growth hacking

Stop Betting On One Platform: The Creator's New Monetization Playbook

fromForbes
3 days ago
Marketing

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

Growth hacking
fromForbes
5 days ago

Stop Betting On One Platform: The Creator's New Monetization Playbook

Creators should diversify their platforms to build steady income and avoid dependency on a single source.
Marketing
fromForbes
3 days ago

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

The entertainment industry is shifting power to creators, with traditional advertising losing relevance as the creator economy rapidly expands.
#spotify
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Johnny On The Spotify; DOJ Closes The Book On A Rental Ads Scam | AdExchanger

Spotify's ad business faces challenges due to preference for direct podcast deals and lagging audio ad spend.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Spotify's ad exchange grew its programmatic ad base, but buyers want more

Spotify's ad exchange significantly increased its programmatic advertiser base, achieving 222% growth in active advertisers since its launch.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Music production

Spotify tests new tool to stop AI slop from being attributed to real artists | TechCrunch

Music production
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Spotify's SongDNA can tell you all about the track you're listening to

Spotify's new SongDNA feature reveals the creators behind tracks and their influences, enhancing music discovery for Premium users.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Spotify's new SongDNA feature maps how your favorite songs are connected | TechCrunch

Spotify's new feature, SongDNA, allows deeper exploration of music by revealing connections between songs, artists, and their collaborators.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Johnny On The Spotify; DOJ Closes The Book On A Rental Ads Scam | AdExchanger

Spotify's ad business faces challenges due to preference for direct podcast deals and lagging audio ad spend.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Spotify's ad exchange grew its programmatic ad base, but buyers want more

Spotify's ad exchange significantly increased its programmatic advertiser base, achieving 222% growth in active advertisers since its launch.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Spotify tests new tool to stop AI slop from being attributed to real artists | TechCrunch

Spotify is testing a feature allowing artists to review and approve releases before they appear on their profiles.
Music production
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Spotify's SongDNA can tell you all about the track you're listening to

Spotify's new SongDNA feature reveals the creators behind tracks and their influences, enhancing music discovery for Premium users.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Spotify's new SongDNA feature maps how your favorite songs are connected | TechCrunch

Spotify's new feature, SongDNA, allows deeper exploration of music by revealing connections between songs, artists, and their collaborators.
#podcasting
Podcast
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Exclusive: Beehiiv expands into podcasting, taking aim at Patreon | TechCrunch

Beehiiv introduces native podcast hosting, allowing creators to host, distribute, and monetize podcasts directly on the platform.
Podcast
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Exclusive: Beehiiv expands into podcasting, taking aim at Patreon | TechCrunch

Beehiiv introduces native podcast hosting, allowing creators to host, distribute, and monetize podcasts directly on the platform.
Film
fromVariety
2 days ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.
Media industry
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Future of TV Briefing: What publishers have to offer creators

Publishers are increasingly collaborating with creators to enhance revenue opportunities and audience reach.
Apple
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

The mad dash to build the future of multimedia

A small team at Apple revolutionized multimedia by developing software-based video playback, eliminating the need for expensive hardware.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

ElevenLabs releases a new AI-powered music generation app | TechCrunch

ElevenMusic allows users to generate up to seven songs per day using natural language prompts, with options to adjust song length, lyrics, and writing style.
Music production
#meta
fromTechdirt
1 day ago
Social media marketing

Meta Caves To The MPAA Over Instagram's Use Of 'PG-13,' Ending A Dispute That Was Silly From The Start

Social media marketing
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Instagram testing subscription that allows users to watch stories anonymously

Meta is launching Instagram Plus, a premium subscription service allowing anonymous Story views and rewatch counts, currently available in select countries.
fromTechdirt
1 day ago
Social media marketing

Meta Caves To The MPAA Over Instagram's Use Of 'PG-13,' Ending A Dispute That Was Silly From The Start

Social media marketing
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Instagram testing subscription that allows users to watch stories anonymously

Meta is launching Instagram Plus, a premium subscription service allowing anonymous Story views and rewatch counts, currently available in select countries.
Podcast
fromMarTech
4 days ago

Why digital audio is a must-have for your retail media plan | MarTech

Digital audio is becoming a crucial advertising channel, reflecting changing consumer behavior and offering significant opportunities for targeted marketing.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

Digital entertainment grew 7x faster than the UK economy - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK digital entertainment sector hit £13.5 billion in revenue in 2025, reflecting a 7.1% year-over-year growth, significantly outpacing the general economy's growth rate of 1.3%.
Digital life
Media industry
fromSemafor
5 days ago

Exclusive: Substack rival Beehiiv makes a push into podcasting

Beehiiv enters podcasting to compete in the creator economy by offering a comprehensive service for independent creators.
#influencer-marketing
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
4 weeks ago

The Relationship Between Content Creators, Influencer Marketing And The Music Industry

Music industry increasingly relies on influencer marketing through social media apps like TikTok, Koji, and Triller, where artists collaborate with content creators to engage audiences and create viral trends.
Marketing
fromDigiday
5 days ago

AI influencer discovery tools are changing how agencies cast creators

AI is increasingly used for influencer selection in marketing campaigns, enhancing brand engagement and measurable impacts.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
4 weeks ago

The Relationship Between Content Creators, Influencer Marketing And The Music Industry

Music industry increasingly relies on influencer marketing through social media apps like TikTok, Koji, and Triller, where artists collaborate with content creators to engage audiences and create viral trends.
#apple-music
Music production
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I used Apple Music's new AI tool to break out of my music rut - and it worked

Playlist Playground in iOS 26.4 allows users to create AI-generated playlists from prompts, offering a quick but sometimes inconsistent experience.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Apple

Apple Music vs. Spotify: I tested both music streaming services, and my choice is clear

Music production
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I used Apple Music's new AI tool to break out of my music rut - and it worked

Playlist Playground in iOS 26.4 allows users to create AI-generated playlists from prompts, offering a quick but sometimes inconsistent experience.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Apple

Apple Music vs. Spotify: I tested both music streaming services, and my choice is clear

Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Flipboard's new 'social websites' help publishers and creators tap into the open social web | TechCrunch

Flipboard launched social websites, enabling creators to consolidate content and build communities around their work on decentralized platforms.
Marketing tech
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
5 days ago

Global Streaming Subscription Revenue Tripled In Five Years, Poised to Top $200 Billion by 2030

Global streaming subscription revenue surpassed $150 billion in 2025, with projections of $202 billion by 2030 due to price increases and ad-supported tiers.
Media industry
fromExchangewire
5 days ago

How Publishers are Balancing AI Fear with Opportunity

The publishing industry is navigating AI adoption with a focus on innovation while maintaining quality and ethical standards.
fromPitchfork
4 days ago

Thaiboy Digital Details New Album Paradise

Thaiboy Digital's first album in four years showcases a collaboration with the Swedish production collective Swedm, featuring contributions from Varg2™, Eurohead, and Jamesjamesjames.
Music production
Marketing tech
fromMarketing Dive
5 days ago

The battle for attention on CTV: Premium video platforms vs. YouTube

VAB partnered with TVision to analyze CTV content consumption across various platforms, revealing significant lifts in brand metrics.
Media industry
fromMoney Digest
5 days ago

The Popular Streaming Platform You Didn't Know Was Part Of Amazon's Portfolio - Money Digest

Amazon's acquisition of Twitch in 2014 has significantly impacted its growth and consumer offerings, enhancing its position in the live-streaming market.
#meta-platforms
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
4 days ago

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
5 days ago

In-Depth Analysis: Meta Platforms Versus Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta Platforms is the largest social media company, showing strong financial performance but mixed valuation metrics compared to industry peers.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
4 days ago

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
5 days ago

In-Depth Analysis: Meta Platforms Versus Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta Platforms is the largest social media company, showing strong financial performance but mixed valuation metrics compared to industry peers.
#instagram
fromBGR
2 days ago
Social media marketing

Instagram Finally Found A Premium Feature You Might Want - And It's A Little Creepy - BGR

fromEngadget
4 days ago
Social media marketing

Meta is testing an Instagram Plus subscription service with exclusive features

Social media marketing
fromBGR
2 days ago

Instagram Finally Found A Premium Feature You Might Want - And It's A Little Creepy - BGR

Instagram is a major revenue source for Meta, generating $71 billion by 2025, and is testing a subscription service with new features.
Social media marketing
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Meta is testing an Instagram Plus subscription service with exclusive features

Meta is testing a subscription service for Instagram called 'Instagram Plus' with exclusive Story features.
#ai-generated-music
Music production
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Spotify is testing a tool to help real artists deal with AI slop on their profiles

AI-generated content is causing confusion by being falsely attributed to real musicians on streaming platforms.
Music production
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Spotify is testing a tool to help real artists deal with AI slop on their profiles

AI-generated content is causing confusion by being falsely attributed to real musicians on streaming platforms.
Podcast
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Spotify will let you edit your Taste Profile to control your recommendations | TechCrunch

Spotify launches a beta feature allowing Premium listeners to review, edit, and fine-tune their algorithmically generated Taste Profile that powers personalized recommendations.
Podcast
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Spotify tests letting users directly customize their Taste Profile

Spotify Premium users in New Zealand can now view and customize their Taste Profile to directly control music recommendations and listening trends.
Marketing tech
fromTNW | Spotify
3 weeks ago

Spotify launches Taste Profile editor

Spotify launches Taste Profile, allowing Premium listeners to view and directly modify the algorithmic data model that powers their personalized recommendations.
Music
fromBillboard
1 month ago

10 Best Ways for Indie Artists to Promote Their Music Online

Independent artists should build a professional website as their online home base while strategically focusing on one or two social media platforms to maintain quality content and authentic engagement.
Music production
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
3 weeks ago

TikTok introduces full-song Apple Music streams to app

TikTok now allows Apple Music users to play full songs in-app instead of 30-second previews, enhancing music discovery and engagement while supporting artist payments.
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

TikTok will let you stream full songs in its app if you're an Apple Music subscriber

TikTok will soon let you stream full songs in its app via a new integration with Apple Music. The company's new Play Full Song feature makes it possible to link your Apple Music account to TikTok, and play any song that strikes your fancy directly in the app while you're scrolling. Starting a song is as simple as tapping a button in the Sound Details page or your For You page.
Music production
Music production
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

TikTok now lets Apple Music subscribers play full songs without leaving the app | TechCrunch

TikTok partners with Apple Music to enable subscribers to play full songs within TikTok without switching apps, plus introduces a real-time Listening Party feature for social music experiences.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
1 month ago

A landscape of listening

Podcasting in the U.S. continues significant growth, reaching diverse demographics—especially ages 25–44, males, Black and Hispanic listeners—with strong crossover between listening and watching.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

I traded Spotify with an MP3 player for a week. Life outside the algorithm was rough

A week without Spotify streaming reveals how algorithmic recommendations create passive listening habits, while analog MP3 players foster deeper musical engagement through intentional curation.
Podcast
fromForbes
2 months ago

10 Podcast Trends Reshaping Production, Promotion And Distribution

Podcasts must be repurposed across short-form video, live events, influencer content, and modular micro-assets to expand reach and sustain audience engagement.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The answer to AI in music isn't suppression. It's data

But to anyone tracking the data over the past few years, it was inevitable. In 2022, Bad Bunny's Un Verano Sin Ti redefined the market, driving Latin music's streaming growth to new heights. It later became the first Spanish-language album nominated for Grammy Album of the Year. The takeaway is simple: When you have accurate, real-time data, you don't guess where culture is going, you know.
Music
Music
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Is AI Ruining Music?

Streaming economics, algorithmic recommendations, and generative AI commodify music, reduce artist revenue, and threaten creative control and discovery.
Music
fromForbes
2 months ago

Fan Pages, Nostalgia And More: Music Marketing Moves That Will Rule 2026

Music and creator strategies in 2026 prioritize community and authenticity through long-form storytelling, immersive artist worlds, and collectible physical media.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

2 tools to break free from Spotify's stale music playlists

And, make no mistake, they will be five songs you're really into right now, because that's how many of these services work-and it's not because everyone else has the same taste in music as you. For instance, any Spotify playlist that says "created for" in the header is catered to the individual user, based on their listening history. There's nothing wrong with that, necessarily-it can be nice to know you're going to hear songs you like. But there are downsides.
Music
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

So, what's going on with Musicboard? | TechCrunch

Musicboard, an app for music discovery and recommendations, has been struggling, according to its users. Over the past several months, users said the app experienced outages, the website went offline, and the Android app disappeared from the Play Store. This has concerned its devoted, if small, user base. (The app has been downloaded around 462,000 times to date, according to market intelligence provider Appfigures.) On Reddit, users have been recommending alternatives and offering each other support as they wait for any update.
Music
fromThe Wire Magazine - Adventures In Modern Music
2 months ago

A line in the sand - The Wire

Since its founding in 2008, Bandcamp has become an invaluable resource for musicians, from bedroom producers to pop stars, as a host for the streaming and buying of their work. With artists and labels selling a wide range of physical products in addition to every major digital format, Bandcamp is the closest thing to a globe-spanning independent record store. In 2022, founder Ethan Diamond sold Bandcamp to Epic Games, who
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