DOPNEWS: Music Tech & Biz The latest music tech & business news and professional articles from the most reliable sources. 2026-02-02T18:19:18Z https://www.hypebot.com/feed/atom WordPress Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[Stop Chasing Likes: Why Your Most Valuable Social Media Strategy is Actually Bandsintown]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100296 2026-02-02T18:19:18Z 2026-02-02T15:25:09Z If you’ve spent any time looking at your Instagram, TikTok and other analytics lately, you’ve likely felt the "algorithmic squeeze." With music marketing in 2026 you can have 50,000 followers and reach fewer than 500 when you have a big announcement.

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[How Musicians Can Leverage New In-App Spotify Group Chats]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100287 2026-01-30T14:09:20Z 2026-01-30T14:09:10Z Word-of-mouth has always been the gold standard for music discovery. Spotify is leaning hard into that reality with its latest update. The streamer expanded its "Messages" feature to include Spotify Group Chats. Now, users can share and discuss music with up to 10 people directly within the app.

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[What Luminate Report Reveals About Fan Engagement in 2026]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100292 2026-01-30T14:07:52Z 2026-01-30T14:03:25Z Engaging fans - true (aka super) fans - is key to the success of any artist or release. A new report by the music analysts at Luminate look at the state of fan engagement in 2026.

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[YouTube Surpasses 2.9 Billion Videos: Music and Shorts Dominate]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100283 2026-01-30T13:58:52Z 2026-01-30T13:58:30Z The scale of YouTube has officially entered a new stratosphere. According to a new report from Omdia, the platform’s total video catalog has reached a staggering 2.9 billion videos. While the sheer volume is mind-boggling, the real story for music marketing is what is driving that growth: Music and Shorts.

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[GigSalad: Private Events Are Major Revenue Source for Musicians]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100232 2026-01-29T17:32:25Z 2026-01-29T15:47:28Z Even as the music industry grapples with artificial intelligence, there is growing evidence that the "human element" isn't just surviving - it’s thriving. While music's 2025 was defined by AI and algorithms, it also marked a record-breaking year for live, in-person musical experiences.

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[Kid Rock slams ‘Ticket Cartel’ – 5 Critical Takeaways from Senate Ticketing Hearing 2026]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100269 2026-01-29T15:26:41Z 2026-01-29T15:21:50Z Live music ticketing was center stage as the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy convened a high-stakes hearing. This first of 2026 Senate ticketing hearing addressed crucial issues facing consumers and the industry alike.

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[Folk Alliance Awards 2026 Winners Named [Full List]]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100259 2026-01-29T14:06:17Z 2026-01-29T14:05:53Z The 2026 International Folk Music Awards were announced by Folk Alliance International in New Orleans this week. Top honors went to I’m With Her (Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, and Aoife. Continue reading

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[Latest Music Business and Live Music News]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100261 2026-01-29T13:53:38Z 2026-01-29T13:53:30Z

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[What Spotify For Artists is building in 2026 as payouts top $11B]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100246 2026-01-28T15:30:51Z 2026-01-28T14:58:19Z Spotify For Artists has kicked off 2026 with a state-of-the-union announcement from Charlie Hellman, the platform’s Head of Music. The update reflects on a record-breaking 2025 while outlining a strategic. Continue reading

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[Free 24/7 Music Industry Mental Health Hotline Launches]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100235 2026-01-28T14:23:39Z 2026-01-28T14:23:24Z The music industry finally has a 24/7 immediate response system for mental health. Today, Backline, in partnership with Spotify, Live Nation, and Noah Kahan have launched B-LINE - a dedicated crisis support line created exclusively for musicians, music professionals and their families.

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]]> Bruce Houghton <![CDATA[More Than Songs: How To improve the Live Performance Experience]]> https://www.hypebot.com/?p=100229 2026-01-28T14:19:50Z 2026-01-28T14:18:39Z "Fans are paying for proximity to the artist and each other," writes Carlo Kiksen of The Fanbase Builder. But too often artists are only providing an opportunity to hear their songs live. Kiksen shares some ways to improve the live performance experience for fans that build community and fan loyalty.

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