License fee cost cause outrage in UK music industry
Performing Rights Society (PRS) instituted a new license fee for small-scale live-streamed performances. It met with lots of frustration from artists as it’s a huge burden for those who only get less than £500 from virtual events. It’s common for artists to go with paid-entry live-stream shows in this difficult time. The COVID-19 pandemic means they will not have a huge
How did electronic music evolve through the years?
If you want a thorough understanding of how electronic music evolved over the years, you will need to read some hefty books, as there are so many nuances and branches to cover. In the meantime, here is an insightful brief overview of electronic music’s evolution, from the 19th to the 21st Century. The Early Years These days, electronic music is everywhere. It
Eventbrite cuts 45% of company’s employees due to COVID-19 crisis
The current pandemic situation caused by COVID-19 is affecting several sectors of the economy, mainly, events associated with the music industry. Unfortunately, festivals are being canceled or postponed increasing the risk of not happening the 2020 festival season. Also, some related companies have started to feel the impact of this situation too. This week Eventbrite a US-based event management and
Armin van Buuren shares new advice on how to be a successful DJ/producer
Free advice on how to become a successful DJ/producer is always welcome for young musicians, who are dreaming of a career in the electronic dance music industry. Dutch trance legend Armin van Buuren has showed his willingness to share some of his own experiences on several occasions in the past as well. Back in 2015 for example, he hosted a 3-hour masterclass
Global electronic music industry now worth $7.1 billion
As previously reported, Ibiza was once again host to the annual International Music Summit (IMS) last week. The well-esteemed music conference, where DJs, record label representatives, producers, promoters, the radio and the media coincide for seminars and panel discussions was presented by Pete Tong this year and once again focused on the direction and future of electronic dance music. Standing in the