Daily News & Analysis Feeds - 2022
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February 24, 2022 – NEW MEMBER PROFILE: Cleopatra Records
On this New Member Monday, we introduce Los Angeles-based independent record label, Cleopatra Records to the Music Biz community! Founded in 1992 by entrepreneur and music fan, Brian Perera, the label has since grown into a family of labels including Hypnotic Records, Purple Pyramid Records, Deadline Music Records, and X-Ray Records. Cleopatra has represented acts… Read More
February 23, 2022 – Music Biz Member The MLC Is Hiring
The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) is committed to excellence, service, transparency, and diversity. Our culture is collaborative, our people are adaptable, and our office environment is open. On our team, you are respected, valued for your unique strengths and experiences, and empowered to identify and resolve your own challenges. Current openings include: Manager/Director, DSP Audit… Read More
February 23, 2022 – Music Biz Member Artist Growth Is Hiring
Artist Growth is a tech company specializing in music industry software for labels, artist management, finance, and tour management. Artist Growth was founded with a simple mission: to help artists & creative entrepreneurs build better businesses so they have creative freedom through financial independence. Over the years, our mission expanded to include helping the music… Read More
February 23, 2022 – Music Biz Member News: MRC Data Powers Billboard’s New “Hits of the World” Weekly Chart
MRC Data will provide data for Billboard’s newest weekly chart, “Hits of the World.” The chart ranks the top 25 songs in more than 40 countries and will track music based on streaming data and digital sales. Hits of the World will follow Billboard’s Friday-Thursday reporting period, and will be available the following Tuesday morning… Read More
February 17, 2022 – Music Biz Member Crowd Surf Announces Career Development Program
Crowd Surf has launched the Crowd Surf Career Development Program for those 13 and up interested in pursuing careers in the music industry. The free course includes monthly digital events featuring keynote speakers, a social community program, and additional career-building and networking opportunities. The program is currently accepting applications and will kick off on February… Read More
February 16, 2022 – Music Biz Member Symphonic Distribution Hires Oz McGuire As VP Of A&R And Business Development
Symphonic Distribution has recruited Oz McGuire as VP of A&R and Business Development as part of the company’s expansion into Los Angeles. He will also serve as the General Manager of the company’s LA office. Prior to the appointment, McGuire worked at Ingrooves Music Group for several years, advising independent labels including Stones Throw, Alpha… Read More
February 16, 2022 – Music Biz Member Utopia Music Recruits Steve Markland As VP For Nashville Office
Utopia Music has appointed Steve Markland as Vice President for the company’s Nashville office. Markland will lead Utopia’s activities in Nashville as the company expands operations internationally. He will report directly to Roberto Neri, COO of Utopia Music. Markland joins Utopia from Downtown Music Publishing, where he served as EVP, Creative. Previously, he held roles… Read More
February 16, 2022 – Music Biz Member Vydia Launches Directory For Service Providers
Vydia has created the Vydia+ Partner Directory, a platform highlighting reputable and vetted third-party vendors offering various industry services. Accessible to all industry professionals, the directory features providers in digital marketing, publicity, booking/touring, recording equipment, merchandising, video/audio production, and more. The creation of the Partner Directory is an effort to solve an ongoing industry gap… Read More
February 16, 2022 – Jimmie Allen To Host Music Biz 2022 Awards Dinner Program
February 16, 2022 — The Music Business Association (Music Biz) announces that GRAMMY, ACM & NAACP Image Award nominated, multi-platinum Country recording artist and songwriter, Jimmie Allen will host the organization’s first-ever Bizzy Awards program, taking place Wednesday, May 11 at the JW Marriott Nashville as part of the Music Biz 2022 Conference. Hailed by… Read More
February 15, 2022 – Music Biz Member Exceleration Music Is Hiring — Digital Operations Associate
Exceleration Music is a new global music venture focused on investing in and providing personalized solutions to independent labels and artists. Our goal is to establish a world-class, future-facing entity. We strive to be a record company for the future, based on flexibility, deep values and a passion for independent culture. We are building a… Read More
