From emerging trends to pressing challenges & groundbreaking technologies set to redefine the landscape, we’re diving deep into what’s next for music-media.
- Analysis
Publishing Catch Up: Shock Decision in Eminem Spotify Lawsuit, Incubator Launched for Indian Songwriters & More
by Meg Adams Sep 11, 2024We catch up on the latest music publishing news, including acquisitions, signings, new hires and more.
- Analysis
What’s Old is New: How Audio Separation Technology is Revitalizing Music Catalog
by Emma Griffiths Aug 12, 2024We explore the diverse applications for this technology, from revitalizing deep catalog and unlocking lucrative syncs to building new immersive experiences for fans.
- Advice Analysis
Meta the Devil You Know: Educating Artists About Getting Their Metadata Right
by Eamonn Forde Aug 06, 2024Education around metadata is critical for artists in today's industry, yet significant knowledge gaps persist. We speak to experts to uncover practical next steps.
- Analysis
MIDiA Shines the Spotlight on Songwriter Struggles & Sync Priorities
by Emma Griffiths Aug 01, 2024Report offers fresh insight into the harsh realities of surviving as a songwriter today and how the publishing industry can better serve them.
- Advice Analysis
Understanding DDEX and the Next Frontier for Metadata Standards
by Emma Griffiths Jul 23, 2024We explore the crucial role that DDEX plays in enabling data communication across the industry and how data practices need to evolve.
- Analysis
Publishing Catch Up: Sony Snaps Up Queen Catalog, NMPA Hits Spotify with FTC Complaint, Record Breaking Collections & More
by Meg Adams Jun 26, 2024We catch up on the latest music publishing news, including acquisitions, signings, new hires and more.
- Analysis
Turning Guessing Into Knowing: Why a Well-Tagged Catalog Is Key For Good Content Strategies
by Jakob Höflich Jun 26, 2024How to use auto-tagging data on a global catalog basis to derive actionable insights for your content strategy.
- Analysis
CISAC Annual Report: AI Battles, International Agendas, and ISWC Progress
by Emma Griffiths May 25, 2024AI challenges, international agendas, and increased adoption of the ISWC are key talking points in this year's CISAC report.
- Analysis
Publishing Catch Up: NMPA battle against Spotify, Goldman Sachs bumps 2024 forecast, Blackstone set to acquire Hipgnosis & more
by Meg Adams May 16, 2024We catch up on the latest music publishing news, including acquisitions, signings, new hires and more.
The need for the sector to evolve has always been there, it is just the speed at which it needs to evolve that is changing.
- Analysis Interviews
ICMP’s John Phelan on Taking Practical Steps to Protect Music in the Age of AI
by Emma Griffiths Apr 18, 2024Phelan discusses the ICMP's latest initiative, RightsAndAI.com, and details the steps required for AI and music markets to "symbiotically thrive in future."
- Industry Reports
Synchtank Report – Communication Breakdown: Complexities and Solutions in Music Rights Clearance
by Synchtank Nov 10, 2022Our latest report exposes the disjointed processes behind sync clearance and identifies solutions to key challenges.
- Industry Reports
Music Publishing in the Age of The Songwriter Report – Part 1: The Evolution of Music Publishing
by Synchtank Jun 21, 2022Our new report delivers the most comprehensive analysis of the music publishing industry from the perspective of those leading it and the songwriters it serves.
- Industry Reports
Synchtank Report – Drowning in Data: Royalty Accounting and Systems in the Digital Age
by Emma Griffiths Apr 06, 2021Our comprehensive new report examines the challenges music publishers are facing with regards to rights, royalties and payments in the digital age.
- Interviews
Warner Chappell Music UK’s Andrew Howell on the Current Sync Industry and AI Impact
by Emma Griffiths Jun 21, 2024We spoke with Howell to explore the sync industry and highlight Warner Chappell Music UK's unique qualities.
- Analysis Interviews
ICMP’s John Phelan on Taking Practical Steps to Protect Music in the Age of AI
by Emma Griffiths Apr 18, 2024Phelan discusses the ICMP's latest initiative, RightsAndAI.com, and details the steps required for AI and music markets to "symbiotically thrive in future."
- Analysis Interviews
In the Clear(ance): Super Bowl Sync Special with Groove Guild’s Al Risi
by Emma Griffiths Feb 16, 2024Al Risi explains what makes a Super Bowl spot unique and takes us through the process of clearing an iconic Neil Diamond song for this year's Volkswagen spot.
- Analysis Interviews
In the Clear(ance): Super Bowl Sync Special with Marmoset
by Emma Griffiths Feb 15, 2024In the latest edition of In the Clear(ance), the Marmoset team take us behind the scenes of a Super Bowl sync and the journey from creative to licensing.
- Analysis Interviews
Why Music Search is So Complex, and How AI is Helping Us Navigate Surging Content Volumes
by Emma Griffiths Feb 02, 2024AIMS API's Einar Helde on the complexities of music search and the AI tools that are transforming workflows for music licensees and licensors.
- Analysis Interviews
How That Pitch Became the B2B Music Distributor of Choice for Production Music Libraries
by Emma Griffiths Sep 13, 2023Eckert takes us through the evolution of the platform and how the technology has scaled to bring more value to artists and libraries alike.
- Analysis Interviews
Supercharged Sync: How UnitedMasters is Connecting Artists and Brands at Scale
by Emma Griffiths Aug 31, 2023We catch up with Dan Hostetler to talk company vision, development of sync & brand services, and how it’s leveraging Synchtank to scale...
- Analysis Interviews
“A World of Opportunities” – Rimas Publishing’s Emilio Morales on the Next Frontier for Latin Music
by Emma Griffiths Aug 10, 2023Morales discusses the future of Latin music, publishing challenges on a local and global scale, battling AI Bad Bunnies and more...
- Analysis Interviews
AI and the Future of Music Distribution: A Conversation with TuneCore CEO Andreea Gleeson
by Emma Griffiths Aug 03, 2023We sat down with Andreea Gleeson to discuss TuneCore's new parternship with Grimes and the potential opportunities surrounding AI and music.
- Analysis Interviews
Client Sync Spotlight: Warner Music Group x Ted Lasso
by Emma Griffiths Jul 03, 2023300 Elektra Entertainment's Ana Lenuzza Ross takes us behind the scenes of Ted Lasso season 3 and the creation of two bespoke songs.
- Analysis Interviews
“Sync’s Never Static”: Concord Sync Execs Discuss the Global Market and New Trends
by Emma Griffiths Jun 15, 2023Concord sync execs Brooke Primont and Adam Gardiner take the temperature of the global sync market and discuss opportunities and challenges.
- Analysis Interviews
Client Spotlight: Warner Chappell Production Music’s Alec Sharpe on Industry Challenges and Tech Innovation
by Emma Griffiths May 25, 2023We recently sat down with Alec Sharpe to talk global expansion, industry challenges, and tech innovation.
Best practices, tips, and insights on how you can streamline your workflows and empower your team in 2025 and beyond.
- Advice Analysis
Meta the Devil You Know: Educating Artists About Getting Their Metadata Right
by Eamonn Forde Aug 06, 2024Education around metadata is critical for artists in today's industry, yet significant knowledge gaps persist. We speak to experts to uncover practical next steps.
- Advice Analysis
Understanding DDEX and the Next Frontier for Metadata Standards
by Emma Griffiths Jul 23, 2024We explore the crucial role that DDEX plays in enabling data communication across the industry and how data practices need to evolve.
We run through some key ways to leverage tools to optimize your playlists and pitches and step up your sync game.
We explore how rights holders can leverage technology to understand and exploit their catalogs more effectively.
Our comprehensive list of key music industry events / conferences worldwide. Bookmark it now.
Lynden Campbell, Head of Sync at Domino Publishing Co., shares her thoughts and expertise on the app sync licensing market.
HW Fisher's Head of Music Royalty Audits Robert Fowler on the complexities of royalty accounting and why a royalty audit could unlock additional revenue.
- Advice Entertainment
Trick or Treat: The Scariest Horror Movie Samples
by Kriss Edward Thakrar Oct 29, 2020Sampling gets spooky as Synchtank's Kriss Thakrar breaks down some of the scariest horror movie samples in songs.
Ultra Records' Licensing & Copyright Manager Melanie Lane explains how songwriters can safeguard their music and ensure that their publishing information is listed correctly.
- Advice Analysis
Looking to Monetized Music Platforms in a Pandemic – Part 2
by Monica Corton Jun 08, 2020Monica Corton looks at two more platforms that are helping artists to monetize live streamed performances: RoadNation and Stageit.
- Advice Analysis
Post-Covid-19 Opportunities for the Sync Sector
by Kriss Edward Thakrar Jun 01, 2020As the world gradually starts opening up again, here are some of the key areas that are worth the attention of the sync sector.