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July, 28 2025 Missing Link Music

How to Clear a Sample in the Music Industry (With Real-Life Examples)

Sampling is one of the most influential and enduring practices in music...

June, 25 2025 Missing Link Music

Publishing’s Paradox: Growth Amidst a Looming Royalty Crisis

In 2024, the U.S. music publishing industry reached a new peak, generating...

May, 27 2025 Missing Link Music

SoundCloud’s Big Moves: TikTok Wins, AI Worries

SoundCloud’s Big Moves: TikTok Wins, AI Worries What the Latest Changes...

April, 21 2025 Missing Link Music

Who’s Playing the Music, and Who’s Getting Paid? Inside the Copyright Office’s Big Question for the Music Industry

When you’re vibing to your favorite track in a coffee shop, swaying at a...

March, 27 2025 Missing Link Music

Is the U.S. Government Supporting Music Like the U.K.? A Look at Funding, Cuts, and Artist Advocacy

Recently, the U.K. government made headlines by allocating substantial funds to...

February, 27 2025 Missing Link Music

TikTok’s 84% Rule: The Platform Dictating Global Music Consumption

The way people discover, consume, and engage with music has undergone a seismic...

January, 28 2025 Missing Link Music

Songwriters Take a Stand Against Spotify: Grammy Week Protests and Industry Backlash

Spotify, one of the world's largest streaming platforms, is facing...

December, 20 2024 Missing Link Music

The War on TikTok: Impacts and Implications on The Music Industry

The potential ban on TikTok in the United States has sent shockwaves through...

November, 26 2024 Missing Link Music

Neal Pogue Shines with Three Grammy Nominations as the 2025 Grammys Celebrate Creativity and Innovation

Neal Pogue Shines with Three Grammy Nominations as the 2025 Grammys Celebrate...

October, 28 2024 Missing Link Music

Instagram and Spotify Join Forces: A Seamless Way to Save Music with One Tap

Instagram and Spotify Join Forces: A Seamless Way to Save Music with One...

September, 26 2024 Missing Link Music

The Shifting Music Industry: A New Era for Independent Artists

The Shifting Music Industry: A New Era for Independent Artists The music...

August, 27 2024 Missing Link Music

The AI Revolution and Spotify’s Influence: Shaping the Future of Music and Culture

The AI Revolution and Spotify’s Influence: Shaping the Future of Music...

July, 29 2024 Missing Link Music

NBA Teams Sued for Copyright Infringement

NBA Teams Sued for Copyright Infringement Nearly half of the NBA teams are...

June, 25 2024 Missing Link Music

Deal or No Deal: How To Avoid Bad Music Publishing Deals

When most people think of the music industry, they picture fame, fortune, and...

May, 24 2024 Missing Link Music

Spotify's Sneak Attack on Songwriters: The Audiobook Bundling Scandal

Spotify's Sneak Attack on Songwriters: The Audiobook Bundling Scandal In a...

April, 23 2024 Missing Link Music

The Spotify Dilemma: A Symphony of Change in the Music Industry

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital streaming, Spotify stands as both a...

March, 21 2024 Missing Link Music

The Intersection of AI, Music, and Legal Battles

The Intersection of AI, Music, and Legal Battles: Voicify Faces Legal Action...

February, 23 2024 Missing Link Music

Universal Music Group Pulls Songs from TikTok: A Shakeup in the Music Industry

Universal Music Group Pulls Songs from TikTok: A Shakeup in the Music...

January, 25 2024 Missing Link Music

The Ethical Quandary of AI-Created Music

The Ethical Quandary of AI-Created Music In recent years, the advent of...

December, 20 2023 Missing Link Music

New Mountain Capital Acquires BMI in a Multi-Billion Dollar Deal

New Mountain Capital Acquires BMI in a Multi-Billion Dollar Deal In a landmark...

November, 28 2023 Missing Link Music

TikTok's Music Revolution: Transforming Discovery with the 'Add to Music App' Feature.

A Game Changing Partnership: In a harmonious union between the dynamic world...

October, 26 2023 Missing Link Music

Spotify's Changing Royalty Model: A New Era for Music Streaming

In a surprising turn of events, Spotify, the world's most popular music...

September, 25 2023 Missing Link Music

Universal Music & Deezer Introduce 'Artist-Centric' Streaming Payment Structure

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, the battle...

August, 29 2023 Missing Link Music

The Resonant Revolution: Independent Musicians and the Unstoppable Rise

In an age where digital platforms have democratized the music industry,...

July, 27 2023 Missing Link Music

TikTok's 'Elevate' Program: Empowering Emerging Artists In The Music Industry

In the dynamic realm of social media and music, TikTok has emerged as a...

June, 26 2023 Missing Link Music

Apple's New Vision Pro AR Headset: A Paradigm Shift For The Music Industry

Apple has always been at the forefront of technological innovation, and its...

April, 28 2023 Missing Link Music

Heart on My Sleeve: The Ethics and Legal Issues of AI in Music

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no stranger to the music industry. From...

March, 09 2023 Missing Link Music

oh no! will a.i. replace me!? how to conquer the robots

Unless you have been living under a rock-- or off the grid--- you must have...

January, 17 2023 Missing Link Music

playlist scams! social media heists! how to hype your music in 2023—without breaking the bank

If you’re an independent artist today, you have more opportunities than...

November, 03 2022 Missing Link Music

music industry hacks: top 5 ways to optimize your next single/album

As a performing musician, the landscape has never been better for both major...

August, 29 2022 Missing Link Music

how to prepare your music catalog for sync usage

Whether you’re planning to launch your music career or have already...

May, 20 2022 Missing Link Music

when will roblox, twitch and twitter start paying songwriters?

Songwriters are living in a time of abundance. Digital media and distribution...

March, 31 2022 Missing Link Music

what does ‘song registration’ mean and why is it such a hassle?

It's definitely a great time to be a songwriter. The days of record...

February, 14 2022 Missing Link Music

“uh oh! my song has a sample! my other song's a cover! how do i release them legally?

Since the invention of the Fairlight CMI synthesizer in the late 70s, sampling...

October, 14 2021 Missing Link Music

how to collect your youtube royalties

It is an interesting time in history to be a songwriter and musician. The...

July, 28 2021 Missing Link Music

how to collect international royalties

The world has gotten much smaller. For musicians, gaining exposure...

March, 22 2021 Missing Link Music

how does a publishing admin advance work and how can i get an advance in 2021?

If you're looking to make a living with your music, it's important to...

February, 22 2021 Missing Link Music

how a music publishing admin company can help you collaborate with other hit songwriters in 2021

If you are serious about a successful music career, you'll need to build a...

February, 08 2021 Missing Link Music

my songs, my future: how does a music publishing admin company boost my career?

As a musician, your goal is to write the songs that will build your following,...

January, 26 2021 Missing Link Music

Protection and Collection: What is Music Publishing in 2021?

Whether you're a songwriter with a publishing admin deal, or self-publish,...

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How to Clear a Sample in the Music Industry (With Real-Life Examples)

Publishing’s Paradox: Growth Amidst a Looming Royalty Crisis

SoundCloud’s Big Moves: TikTok Wins, AI Worries

Who’s Playing the Music, and Who’s Getting Paid? Inside the Copyright Office’s Big Question for the Music Industry

Is the U.S. Government Supporting Music Like the U.K.? A Look at Funding, Cuts, and Artist Advocacy

TikTok’s 84% Rule: The Platform Dictating Global Music Consumption

Songwriters Take a Stand Against Spotify: Grammy Week Protests and Industry Backlash

The War on TikTok: Impacts and Implications on The Music Industry

Neal Pogue Shines with Three Grammy Nominations as the 2025 Grammys Celebrate Creativity and Innovation

Instagram and Spotify Join Forces: A Seamless Way to Save Music with One Tap

The Shifting Music Industry: A New Era for Independent Artists

The AI Revolution and Spotify’s Influence: Shaping the Future of Music and Culture

NBA Teams Sued for Copyright Infringement

Deal or No Deal: How To Avoid Bad Music Publishing Deals

Spotify's Sneak Attack on Songwriters: The Audiobook Bundling Scandal

The Spotify Dilemma: A Symphony of Change in the Music Industry

The Intersection of AI, Music, and Legal Battles

Universal Music Group Pulls Songs from TikTok: A Shakeup in the Music Industry

The Ethical Quandary of AI-Created Music

New Mountain Capital Acquires BMI in a Multi-Billion Dollar Deal

TikTok's Music Revolution: Transforming Discovery with the 'Add to Music App' Feature.

Spotify's Changing Royalty Model: A New Era for Music Streaming

Universal Music & Deezer Introduce 'Artist-Centric' Streaming Payment Structure

The Resonant Revolution: Independent Musicians and the Unstoppable Rise

TikTok's 'Elevate' Program: Empowering Emerging Artists In The Music Industry

Apple's New Vision Pro AR Headset: A Paradigm Shift For The Music Industry

Heart on My Sleeve: The Ethics and Legal Issues of AI in Music

oh no! will a.i. replace me!? how to conquer the robots

playlist scams! social media heists! how to hype your music in 2023—without breaking the bank

music industry hacks: top 5 ways to optimize your next single/album

how to prepare your music catalog for sync usage

when will roblox, twitch and twitter start paying songwriters?

what does ‘song registration’ mean and why is it such a hassle?

“uh oh! my song has a sample! my other song's a cover! how do i release them legally?

how to collect your youtube royalties

how to collect international royalties

how does a publishing admin advance work and how can i get an advance in 2021?

how a music publishing admin company can help you collaborate with other hit songwriters in 2021

my songs, my future: how does a music publishing admin company boost my career?

Protection and Collection: What is Music Publishing in 2021?

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