Daily News & Analysis Feeds - 2017
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March 9, 2017 – Leading Ladies: A Look at Women’s No. 1 Success in the Hot 100’s History
Since Connie Francis first broke the No. 1 gender barrier in 1960 with “Everybody’s Somebody’s Fool,” women have returned to the Hot 100’s summit at an increasingly regular rate. Click here to read more.
March 6, 2017 – [WEEKLY SALES] Future Makes History with ‘HNDRXX’ and ‘FUTURE’
James Donio, President of the Music Business Association (Music Biz), commented on this week’s sales numbers issued by Nielsen (published in Billboard) and BuzzAngle Music (published in HITS Daily Double): “Prolific Hip-Hop artist Future made history on the Nielsen and BuzzAngle Music charts this week, becoming the first person on either chart to notch back-to-back… Read More
March 6, 2017 – Adele Is Music Biz Artist of the Year
March 6, 2017 – The Music Business Association (Music Biz) has announced that Adele is its Artist of the Year. The record-breaking Pop superstar will be honored on Thursday, May 18, during the Music Biz 2017 convention’s Awards Luncheon at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel in Nashville. Her latest album, 25, was the first ever to… Read More
March 3, 2017 – [IN THE NEWS] U.S. retailers predict Ed Sheeran’s ÷ to be “massive”
U.S. retailers are preparing for what will likely be the biggest music sales week of the year so far thanks to the release of Ed Sheeran’s new album ÷ (Divide) on March 3. With the song Shape Of You riding atop Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles chart, retailers expect the new album to be No.1 in the… Read More
March 3, 2017 – What Makes People Buy from a Brand They Follow on Social Media?
Seven in 10 US internet users will use social media regularly in 2017, according to eMarketer’s latest forecast. However, the ways in which social media users connect with friends, family members—and, of course, brands—vary greatly depending on the user’s age. Read more here.
March 3, 2017 – Global Recorded Music Revenues Grew By $1.1 Billion In 2016
Throughout 2016 as the major label earnings were coming in there was a growing awareness that 2016 was going to be a landmark year for the recorded music business. It finally looked like streaming was going to push the industry into growth. Now with full year numbers in, the picture is even more positive than… Read More
March 3, 2017 – eMarketer Releases New Snapchat Usage Numbers
As it prepares to go public, Snapchat certainly has momentum on its side—but competition is looming large. eMarketer has increased its US usage projections for 2017 by more than 5%, expecting 70.4 million Americans to use the platform. Read more here.
March 2, 2017 – Music Biz Mourns the Loss of Long-Time Association Supporter Bob Higgins
Music Biz Presient James Donio released the following statement regarding the recent passing of Bob Higgins: Music Biz is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former Trans World Entertainment CEO Bob Higgins. Bob was a long-time and very supportive Association member and a legendary music and entertainment retail pioneer. Bob received our Presidential… Read More
March 2, 2017 – Music Biz 2017 Entertainment & Technology Law Conference to Be Held May 15 in Nashville
U.S. Congressman Marsha Blackburn, industry experts, and top attorneys to discuss Trump-era policies, DMCA, and other key legal issues March 2, 2017 – The Music Business Association (Music Biz) will bring its popular Entertainment & Technology Law Conference series back to Nashville on Monday, May 15, during the Music Biz 2017 convention at the Renaissance Nashville… Read More
March 2, 2017 – Is Radio’s Brave New World Taking Shape?
Seasons change, habits ebb and flow, and the landscape of consumer choice is constantly shifting. Such is the case on the radio airwaves as we crack the book open on another year of listener preference and review the release of Nielsen’s January portable people meter ratings. Read more here.
