Research and Insights
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Music Biz LIVE Archives
June 14, 2021 – Music Biz LIVE: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Creators & Professionals
Tune in for this important discussion where artists and executives discuss their professional & personal experiences as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. As we commemorate Pride Month, we also discuss how the industry can change to support the community going forward! The session kicks off with a research presentation provided by Matt Yazge of MRC Data, covering LGBTQIA+ musicians and their ascending success in recent years! PLUS: don’t miss a live performance from The Kentucky Gentlemen, and a special presentation from TiVo!
May 19, 2021 – Music Biz LIVE: Mind Your Health
Tune in for a candid conversation on the music industry’s evolving approach to mental health and wellness. The event features: Keynote Conversation With Godsmack Frontman Sully Erna, Q&A and Live Performance by Gina Royale, and a panel discussion: "Being Mindful Of Your Greatest Assets — Your Staff, Your Artists, Your Students"
Virtual Event Recordings
November 28, 2023 – Evolution, Empowerment & Earnings: Making Sense of the Modern Music Business
In this three-part webinar series co-hosted with The MLC, music industry experts share how today’s artists & rightsholders can best adapt to the ever-changing industry landscape, leverage income tracking tactics to optimize their income, and implement tried-and-true best practices to improve their careers both in the short and long term!
November 15, 2022 – The Digital Music Economy: Making Money In Music’s New Frontiers
Music Biz and SoundExchange gathered subject matter experts, tech visionaries, and buzzworthy performing artists for a four-part series that address the most critical issues facing the music tech industry. Sessions covered topics such as the future of live events and the metaverse, simplifying the music business, metadata management, and monetizing music in emerging streaming platforms! Be sure to check out recordings from this event series!
Recorded Webinars
May 1, 2025 – From Blueprint to Breakthrough: Scaling an Artist’s Success Story
Imagine an A&R signing an artist with a $1 million budget to boost their music career. What’s the next move? What about just $1,000? Success is more than merely marketing and cash – it’s about having a strategic outlook and effective execution. That was the case for GRAMMY-winner Mannywellz. In this real-life case study, hear and watch the team and masterminds behind the scenes craft his dream career by reverse-engineering his strategy using SMART goals. They’ll cover building custom vision boards, setting realistic target goals, where tech fits into the equation, and how to actively stay on track with making landmark moments happen in an artist’s career. At the end of the day, results come from preparation.
April 24, 2025 – Automating Your Fan Business with AI
The future of the music industry lies in automation, and AI-powered tools are transforming how artists engage with fans and generate revenue. In this session, SymphonyOS will break down the evolving landscape of fan-driven businesses, exploring how centralized data and automation can help artists scale efficiently. We'll dive into real-world strategies for monetizing pre-saves, optimizing e-commerce, and leveraging AI-driven marketing tools like email and SMS automation. Join us to discover how innovation can empower artists to build sustainable, always-on businesses while staying in control of their audience and data.
