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The business of live at Vegas’ LDI show, from global trends to espionage
There are few places on Earth where you can see the state of the live light and sound industry quite like Las Vegas’ LDI show. It comes with all the usual trade show trappings, from industrial espionage and theft to insanely expensive booths (and wastebaskets). But it also provides a glimpse into opportunities for individual and DIY artists to earn money, at a time when wide swaths of the creative industries feel like they’re coming unglued. That VJ/live visual or live sound career might be worth a second look. We got an exclusive report on the ground from Colin Keerhuen for CDM.
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Mood Machine, Liz Pelly’s book on Spotify, will be a must-read
We know that Big Tech and Spotify have reshaped music listening – and at a cost. But that impact is often hidden inside a black box, closely guarded by its masters’ secrecy and mythmaking. Liz Pelly is one of the few people who managed to get inside that black box, meaning her upcoming book will be essential.
Peter Kirn - December 2, 2024
Music Music tech Tech Web
Screengaze is the new hit ’em
That’s it. That’s the post. Screengaze will be the new thing. Producers, I want to hear from you.
Roland and Universal Music Group partner on “AI for Music”
Peter Kirn - March 21, 2024
Music tech Software Stories Tech
James Blake is pitching “Vault,” a subscription download service
Peter Kirn - March 21, 2024
Music tech Tech
Bandcamp layoffs reportedly cut deep into customer service
Peter Kirn - October 18, 2023
Music tech Tech Web
Moog Music layoffs provoke dismay in synth community
Peter Kirn - September 24, 2023
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