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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.
#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.
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
Marketing tech
fromForbes
22 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.
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.
Social media marketing
fromZDNET
1 day ago

How Flipboard's new Surf app lets you merge social feeds, YouTube, and RSS to escape the algorithm - finally

Flipboard Surf aims to create a customizable social network experience by integrating various content types without relying on algorithms.
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.
#indie-games
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.
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.
fromwww.engadget.com
2 days ago

Apple Arcade just got two indie gems

Dredge+ is the complete edition of the game, with all released DLC content. This is pretty much a perfect video game that combines fishing with bone-chilling horror.
Board games
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

With its new app store, Ring bets on AI to go beyond home security | TechCrunch

Amazon-owned Ring launches an app store to enhance camera capabilities, focusing on elder care, workforce analytics, and rental management.
#music
NYC music
fromPitchfork
5 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
5 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.
#ai-assistant
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Bluesky leans into AI with Attie, an app for building custom feeds | TechCrunch

Bluesky has launched Attie, an AI assistant for creating custom feeds and algorithms, separate from its social network.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
3 weeks ago

Podstock releases AI assistant promising podcast publisher liberation

Podstock launched Agent, a purpose-built AI assistant for podcast businesses that automates analytics, inventory planning, and campaign execution directly within client workflows.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Bluesky leans into AI with Attie, an app for building custom feeds | TechCrunch

Bluesky has launched Attie, an AI assistant for creating custom feeds and algorithms, separate from its social network.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
3 weeks ago

Podstock releases AI assistant promising podcast publisher liberation

Podstock launched Agent, a purpose-built AI assistant for podcast businesses that automates analytics, inventory planning, and campaign execution directly within client workflows.
#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
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Spotify is letting artists manually approve releases to combat AI fakes

Spotify is testing Artist Profile Protection, allowing artists to review releases to combat impostors and AI-generated fakes.
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.
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
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Spotify is letting artists manually approve releases to combat AI fakes

Spotify is testing Artist Profile Protection, allowing artists to review releases to combat impostors and AI-generated fakes.
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.
#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.
#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.
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.
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.
Software development
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Bluesky's next product is an AI assistant that helps build custom social media feeds

Attie helps users generate custom social feeds using natural language prompts without coding knowledge.
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
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.
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.
Marketing tech
fromTNW | Launch
5 days ago

Bluesky's new Attie app uses AI to give you full control over your social feed

Attie is a new app that allows users to create personalized social feeds using plain language, built on the AT Protocol.
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.
#ai-generated-music
fromEngadget
1 week ago
Music production

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

fromEngadget
4 weeks ago
Music production

Apple Music can now flag AI content, but only if distributors elect to label it

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
4 weeks ago

Apple Music can now flag AI content, but only if distributors elect to label it

Apple Music introduces Transparency Tags allowing record labels to voluntarily disclose AI-generated music content to listeners.
#instagram
fromInc
3 days ago
Social media marketing

Meta Is Testing a Paid Instagram Plan That Could Reveal Who Rewatches Your Stories

Social media marketing
fromInc
3 days ago

Meta Is Testing a Paid Instagram Plan That Could Reveal Who Rewatches Your Stories

Meta is testing an Instagram subscription plan called Instagram Plus to enhance user experience and diversify revenue.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
4 weeks ago

Apple Music Plans Transparency Tags for AI-Generated Tracks - TechRepublic

Apple Music is implementing transparency tags to identify AI-generated music, normalizing disclosure practices across streaming platforms as synthetic music volumes increase.
Music production
fromRAIN News
2 weeks ago

Too Lost (music tech) receives funding for artist/label distribution & publishing

Too Lost, a New York music tech platform serving 450,000+ independent artists, secured strategic investment from GoldState Music and TA Associated while founders retain control and ownership.
Music production
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Spotify's new Taste Profile feature lets users fine-tune their algorithm's recommendations

Spotify introduces Taste Profile, an AI-powered feature allowing Premium users to customize their listening algorithm by specifying music preferences, genres, and contextual listening needs.
Podcast
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Spotify is rolling out Audiobook Charts | TechCrunch

Spotify launches weekly Audiobook Charts for the U.S. and U.K., ranking top audiobooks by overall and genre categories based on listening behavior and 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.
Law
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

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Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

YouTube rolls out an AI playlist generator for Premium users | TechCrunch

YouTube Premium users on iOS and Android can generate personalized playlists from text or voice prompts using a new AI playlist feature.
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.
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
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why Spotify says its developers haven't written new code more than a month

Spotify's senior engineers stopped writing code since December, using Claude Code and Honk via Slack to generate, receive, and deploy app features and fixes.
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.
Music production
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

Apple Music Doesn't Want to Trick You With AI Songs

Apple Music requires record labels to disclose AI-generated content through Transparency Tags across sound recordings, compositions, artwork, and music videos.
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
#ai-transparency
Music production
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Apple Music adds optional labels for AI songs and visuals

Apple Music introduces voluntary Transparency Tags metadata system requiring artists and labels to label AI-generated content across tracks, compositions, artwork, and music videos.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Apple Music to add Transparency Tags to distinguish AI music, says report | TechCrunch

Apple Music introduces optional metadata tags allowing record labels and distributors to flag AI-generated or AI-assisted content across songs, artwork, compositions, and music videos.
Music production
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Apple Music adds optional labels for AI songs and visuals

Apple Music introduces voluntary Transparency Tags metadata system requiring artists and labels to label AI-generated content across tracks, compositions, artwork, and music videos.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Apple Music to add Transparency Tags to distinguish AI music, says report | TechCrunch

Apple Music introduces optional metadata tags allowing record labels and distributors to flag AI-generated or AI-assisted content across songs, artwork, compositions, and music videos.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Spotify's Smart Reorder treats your playlists like a DJ set

Spotify's "Smart Reorder" option, announced on Wednesday, is available now in the Spotify app for Premium subscribers. To try it out, open a playlist and tap the "Mix" button then "Edit." The "Smart Reorder" button should be at the bottom of the editing screen.
Music production
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
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Spotify lowers monetization threshold for video podcasts | TechCrunch

Spotify is lowering its eligibility criteria for podcasters to monetize their videos on the platform, dropping the minimum episode requirement to three, minimum consumption hours to 2,000, and engaged audience member threshold to 1,000 over the last 30 days. When the company introduced its partner program to monetize video content last year, creators needed to have published 12 episodes, hit 10,000 consumption hours over the prior 30 days, and had at least 2,000 people stream their content in the last 30 days to be part of the program.
Music
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Spotify now lets you share what you're streaming in real time with friends | TechCrunch

The company on Wednesday said it is introducing a new Messages feature that will let users see what their friends are streaming in real time and send requests to start Jams, the app's collaborative listening feature. Users would first have to navigate to their Settings and turn on the "listening activity" feature in the "Privacy & Social" section. Once that's done, your listening activity will appear at the top of Messages chats.
Music
Music
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Bandcamp takes a stand against AI music, banning it from the platform | TechCrunch

Bandcamp bans music and audio generated wholly or substantially by AI and prohibits AI tools that impersonate other artists or styles.
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.
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