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With 100 Million U.S. Subscribers, Streaming Services Declare: ‘We Are Fully Part of This Industry’
The topline stats in the new “Streaming Forward” report from trade group the Digital Media Association (DiMA) are reason enough to sit up and notice. By the end of 2019, there were 99 million active streaming subscribers — procured from 87.5 million paid users — in the U.S. alone. And over the previous two years, paid subs jumped 74.6% and revenue rose 57.7%, fueling optimism for a long-suffering industry and turning streaming services, labels and publishers into hot investments. It’s no wonder Spotify’s stock is soaring and Warner Music Group had a successful IPO in the pandemic’s early days. Streaming has made music hot again. But the 43-page report, conducted by MiDIA Research for DiMA, begs the question on why they would fund such a market research study. ...
Mexican Singer-Songwriter Silvana Estrada Becomes First Latin Artist Signed to Glassnote Records: Exclusive
Mexican singer-songwriter Silvana Estrada has become the first Latin artist signed to Glassnote Records, Billboard can confirm. Joining the indie label’s roster, which includes award-winning artists like Phoenix and Mumford & Sons, the artist-to-watch signed with Glassnote following a quick visit to New York back in February. “After meeting the team, and a spontaneous performance, both parties left mesmerized,” according to a statement issued by Glassnote. “She officially joined the Glassnote family shortly after.” Born and raised in Veracruz, Mexico and inspired by artists like Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughan, Estrada began her musical career at a young age experimenting with different instruments — both her parents were luthiers. “My music i...
The 100 Greatest Music Video Artists of All Time: Staff List
It’s been nearly four decades since our best and brightest stars first made the jump from our stereos to our televisions, changing the course of popular music in the process. In the course of that time, music videos have come to define what we love and remember about our favorite artists as much as anything short of the music itself — creating icons, reinventing careers, sparking imaginations and inspiring untold millions of Halloween costumes worldwide. On the verge of this Sunday’s (Aug. 30) MTV Video Music Awards — the one time a year where we’re still guaranteed to celebrate one of media’s most influential-but-under-recognized artforms — Billboard wanted to take a look back at the artists who have given the most to the music video, wh...
Siesta Key Engagement: Here’s How Madisson And Ish’s Romance Evolved
Madisson and Ish met “way back in the beginning” of Siesta Key: She had just graduated with an engineering degree and was back in her beachside hometown to start fresh, while he was a producer overseeing the filming of the summer soap. And now, the two — who announced their romance at the onset of Season 3 to much surprise — are engaged. We agree with you, Juliette — it’s “so cute”! Before Madisson and Ish get ready to become the first SK husband and wife duo, we’re looking back at their small-screen journey together. It all began when Madisson spent some time in Los Angeles, where Ish lives. The two became more than business acquaintances — and from their initial time on-screen, it was clear that Madisson’s relationship wit...
Katy Perry And Orlando Bloom Welcome A Baby Daughter With A Familiar Name
Tomorrow, Katy Perry will release her sixth album, Smile, and earlier this week marked a decade since her record-setting Teenage Dream LP smashed its way into the world. It’s been a big few days already. And now, it’s gotten ever bigger. On Thursday (August 27), Perry and her fiancé, Orlando Bloom, announced they’d welcomed their first child, a baby girl adorably named Daisy Dove Bloom. If the name rings a bell, you might recall Perry’s single from earlier this year called “Daisies,” as well as its accompanying video that found Perry showing off her baby bump and being one with nature — flowers included. “We are floating with love and wonder from the safe and healthy arrival of our daughter,” Perry and Bloom told UNICEF, with whom they partne...
Awkward Star Molly Tarlov Welcomes First Child
Molly Tarlov has some big news to share. “You’re welcome!” in advance. The Awkward star, who portrayed lovable antagonist Sadie Saxton on the hit MTV series, just welcomed her first child with husband Alexander Noyes. We’re sure her fictional HBIC alter ego is doing some sort of Palos Hills-based cheer to celebrate the exciting news. “Harry never been more obsessed/in love w anything ever sorry alex,” Molly captioned the photograph above of her brand-new baby boy. Molly, who wed Alex in 2017 with a bunch of Awkward alums in attendance, announced in April that the couple would welcome their first munchkin (as seen in the Instagram photo below). The self-proclaimed “quarantine mom” also exhibited her trademark humor with a playful take on these...
Remembering The Jersey Shore Cast’s First Appearance At The VMAs
“Party’s here!” — or it was at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards. Ten years ago, Lady Gaga nabbed eight awards (the pop icon accepted the Video of the Year moonman — now Moon Person — in that infamous meat dress), Justin Bieber was recognized as the Best New Artist (“baby, baby, baby oh”) and the lovable Jersey Shore cast members made their inaugural appearance at music’s biggest night. Gym, really tan, ALL DRESSED UP! ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images Ronnie Ortiz-Magro, Paul “Pauly D” Delvecchio, Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi, Jenni “JWOWW” Farley, Deena Cortese, Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancola and Vinny Guadagnino strutted their stuff at Karma the Nokia Th...
The Rolling Stones Tease New Music with The Killers and Famed Electronic Producer Jacques Lu Cont
Are The Rolling Stones dipping their toes in electronic music? The fabled rock group recently took to social media to announce a forthcoming collaboration with The Killers and Jacques Lu Cont, teasing a new version of their single “Scarlet.” Jacques Lu Cont is the electronic music alias of Stuart Price, a prolific 3-time Grammy Award-winning record producer who has worked with Madonna, Gwen Stefani, Seal, and many more of contemporary music’s corps d’elite. He is a highly coveted remixer, with official reworks of The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” and “The Man” in addition to recent renditions of Halsey‘s “Be Kind” and SOFI TUKKER and Gorgon City‘s “House Arrest.” Price was even as...
Algoriddim Launches the Revolutionary Neural Mix Pro for Mac
Back in June, esteemed software company Algoriddim launched its djay Pro AI system with Neural Mix AI technology for iPad, iPhone, and MacBook, signaling the possible start of the next big paradigm shift within the world of DJing. Now, Algoriddim is raising the bar, entering the second phase of its music software revolution and breaking ground for music producers with the release of Neural Mix Pro. Neural Mix Pro is an AI-powered music player and editor that allows producers, DJs, and musicians alike to extract any single part of any song in their library. The Neural Mix AI software leverages Apple’s Core ML technology to separate vocals, drums, and instruments in real-time, creating studio-quality stems that are ready for live editing or remixing. An advanced offline ...
AIAIAI’s Sustainably Produced TMA-2 Modular Headphone System Does Not Compromise Sound Quality
In May, esteemed audio design brand AIAIAI announced that it would be reducing its carbon footprint by utilizing high-grade recycled plastics in its products and packaging. Going green is something that every brand can get behind, but it can sometimes result in a downgrade in terms of product quality. So how do AIAIAI’s customizable TMA-2 headphones hold up after the green shift? The answer is quite simple—the TMA-2 headphone is better than ever, and remains a leading top-shelf selection for the purposes of DJing, music production, and casual listening alike. Premade TMA-2 models vary widely to cater to the user’s individual preferences, and include wireless and comfort-based models. But AIAIAI lets the user remain in control with the modular headphone system, a...
BAD CHICKEN! Drops Massive Future Bass Track “Lonely Place”
After a successful career with his group Royal Disco, BAD CHICKEN! is stepping into the limelight with his new solo project. This year he released his debut EP Motherclucker, featuring four heavy-hitting bass house tracks, and now he’s back with another single titled “Lonely Place.” Proving you don’t need to stay in a single genre lane, this time around the Israeli producer is showcasing his expertise in future bass. With “Lonely Place,” he drills in on the soaring synths and intricate bass work, taking this track to new heights. It has the right amount of punch and grit that allow it to pair nicely with his previous heavier productions while still standing out from the lineup. It’s a shame live shows are on hiatus because this track wou...
RONNIE WOOD: ‘Somebody Up There Likes Me’ Film To Be Released In North America As Virtual Cinema Event
Eagle Rock Entertainment will release the first in-depth film biography of iconic musician Ronnie Wood, “Somebody Up There Likes Me”. An official selection at both the Tribeca Film Festival 2020 and the BFI London Film Festival 2019, the film — by acclaimed director Mike Figgis — will be available in North America as a virtual cinema release starting September 18 at www.ronniewoodmovie.com, running through October. This will be followed by a DVD, Blu-ray and deluxe hardback book release on October 9. Those who purchase a ticket ($11) will also be treated to a question-and-answer session with Wood and Figgis. As an artist, musician, producer and author, Wood has made countless contributions to the cultural zeitgeist. Yet, there is so much more to know about the man himself. This...
