When Sony started forcing their artists to remove their music from Soundcloud a few weeks ago it definitely raised a few eyebrows. For the most part, however, they were just removing the music of their biggest artists to retaliate against Soundcloud's unwillingness to pay the royalties that Sony believes they should be paid for songs by their artists. Well the major label has … [Read more...]
SoundCloud Releases App For Apple Watch
SoundCloud is adding another member to their iOS family. Following redesigns of their mobile applications for the iPhone and iPad, SoundCloud has released a brand new application for the Apple Watch. The app makes it even easier for you to stay up to date with the freshest tracks, no matter what you're doing. Simply pair your iPhone with your Apple Watch and go. Swipe up to … [Read more...]
Sony Pulls Music from SoundCloud
Winter is coming... wait, no... Summer is coming and the Game of Tones continues with the war between SoundCloud and the three great (major) labels. Sony has taken the most recent swing at negotiations by pulling their catalog from the free streaming site with so-called inside sources blaming the breakdown on a "lack of monetization opportunities." This could be a major … [Read more...]
SoundCloud Partners with Zefr
A press release was issued on Business Wire yesterday confirming a new business partnership between SoundCloud and the digital rights management / media analysis company Zefr. Zefr has famously built its business around management of content on Youtube, scanning videos for copyright-protected material and then allowing its clients to claim revenue from said work-- they are … [Read more...]
Soundcloud Reaches $1B Valuation
Well, here we are again. It seems like anytime the Wall Street Journal or some other 'financial news' source (however obscure it may be) decides to post something regarding a new round of funding for SoundCloud, the internet can't help but blow up with wild speculation about what 'the news' means for current users. Certain bloggers have even gone so far as to suggest that … [Read more...]
Soundcloud is now Running Ads
Soundcloud just announced today that they are beginning to roll out the "On Soundcloud" program, which will allow them to run ads within the platform. It's unknown how the full ad rollout will work, and if banner ads will be included, but we can assume they will start with pre-roll ads before audio plays (similar to what you see on Youtube). Soundcloud's position on the matter … [Read more...]
Facebook To Ban “Like Gate” Apps
The internet is getting all fired up but this time SoundCloud is off the hook... Facebook has updated their platform policy to prohibit "like gate" apps like the "like to download" apps that has been one of if not THE most essential marketing tool for struggling artists giving away free music. For years, the app has allowed artists to translate free track downloads into a … [Read more...]
Diplo Starts His New “Diplo Approved” Soundcloud Account
Trendsetter extraordinaire Diplo has found yet another creative outlet for his love for music and creativity in the industry. Although he already releases a ton of music through his soundcloud and now massive imprint Mad Decent, Diplo has created another outlet to share his tastes with the masses via his brand new Diplo Approved soundcloud acct. The concept is that Diplo will … [Read more...]
