I think music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture you’re from, everyone loves music.
– Billy Joel
Here are the posts that have appeared in the New Music Lives™ Group on Facebook this week...
• Why Releasing Music Is So Exhausting from cybermusic— Releasing music in 2025 is truly exhausting. With over 120,000 tracks uploaded to Spotify every day, the landscape is completely oversaturated. Albums don’t cut through the same way because fans’ attention spans have withered down to gnat-like proportions.
• Micky Dolenz | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan on YouTube— Dolenz was named one of TIME magazine's 100 Most Influential People in Music, though the announcement has not been officially confirmed by TIME. Watch this video to hear Billy Corgan interview Micky Dolenz.
• Why all melodies should be free for musicians to use from TED— Evoke a familiar tune in a song and get slapped with a lawsuit... it's a tale almost as old as copyright itself. Lawyer and technologist Damien Riehl digs into why "owning" a melody is a ludicrous legal assertion and composes a radical solution for the musical woes of songwriters everywhere.
• Clear Cover Songs on Facebook— Whenever you record a song that someone else wrote, you need to get permission from the copyright owners. This is true even if you are giving away your recording. Getting permission involves contacting the copyright owners for each song and it can be a real pain if you haven't done a lot of this. When you hire these folks, they take care of everything for you.
in partnership with Ian Temple and Soundfly
Ian Temple is the visionary CEO and Founder of Soundfly, a revolutionary platform dedicated to transforming the way musicians learn and grow. With a deep passion for music and education, Ian has crafted a career that blends creativity with innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of traditional music education. His background as a musician and educator has fueled his drive to create a more accessible, engaging, and effective learning environment for musicians worldwide.
Ian's journey began with a profound love for music, leading him to perform, compose, and teach. He recognized the limitations of conventional music education and sought to develop a solution that would empower musicians to learn at their own pace and on their own terms. This vision culminated in the founding of Soundfly, where he applies his extensive experience to lead a team of passionate educators, technologists, and musicians. Ian's leadership is characterized by a commitment to innovation, a deep understanding of the musician's journey, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Soundfly is a pioneering online music education platform designed to inspire and empower musicians at all levels. Soundfly offers a unique and engaging approach to learning music, combining high-quality instructional content with personalized mentorship and a supportive community.
Soundfly's courses cover a wide range of topics, from music theory and composition to production and performance. Each course is crafted by experienced musicians and educators, ensuring that learners receive practical, real-world insights and skills. The platform's innovative approach allows users to learn at their own pace, with flexible scheduling and tailored content that meets their individual needs and goals.
At the heart of Soundfly's offerings is its mentorship program, where learners can receive one-on-one guidance from professional musicians. This personalized support helps learners overcome challenges, stay motivated, and achieve their musical aspirations. Additionally, Soundfly fosters a vibrant community of learners and instructors, providing a space for collaboration, feedback, and growth.
Soundfly's mission is to make music education more accessible, enjoyable, and effective. Whether you're a beginner looking to pick up a new instrument or an experienced musician seeking to refine your craft, Soundfly provides the tools, resources, and support needed to succeed. Join the Soundfly community today and take your musical journey to new heights. Tap the link to learn more about Soundfly
... and here's the more...
• the TrueFans AMP™… The Miracle Issue— given the Amazon busted WiFi and tech challenges, it was a miracle. Out Wednesday.
• TrueFans CONNECT from New Music Lives™— Live Music Discovery & Artist Support from truefansconnect.com After 2 years of testing, tweaking, breaking, fixing (and a few forehead slaps later)… We did it.
• SONA Warrior Awards Honor Chappell Roan, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis from the Holloywood Reporter— Songwriters Are the Backbone of the Music Industry” The Songwriters of North America honored Chappell Roan, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Primary Wave founder and CEO Larry Mestel, prolific music attorney Dina LaPolt and Girls Make Beats founder Tiffany Miranda at the organization’s annual SONA Warrior Awards in Los Angeles Sunday evening, October 12th.
• A.I. Video Generators Are Now So Good You Can No Longer Trust Your Eyes from NYTimes— Amazing! and... Scary! This month, OpenAI, the maker of the popular ChatGPT chatbot, graced the internet with a technology that most of us probably weren’t ready for. The company released an app called Sora, which lets users instantly generate realistic-looking videos with artificial intelligence by typing a simple description…
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