MIDI has a slick new brand identity, courtesy Pentagram, in time for 2.0

“MIDI” the word has become almost part of culture at large. But with MIDI 2.0 arriving, the MIDI Association decided it needs a new look – and sound.

Blackout Tuesday began as a call to action; corporate misuse is silencing activists

It started at a major label as a call to the music industry, but now everyone from music gear makers to artists and media is joining in. And “#BlackoutTuesday” is even squeezing out Black Lives Matter information and organizing. So what just happened, and is there a constructive way to participate? TL:DR please whatever you […]

Peter Kirn - June 2, 2020

SoundCloud adds scheduled releases, in creator and podcaster focus

SoundCloud last summer rescued its future financially and promised a renewed focus on creators. The first small steps of that creator focus are starting to appear – including one small but useful addition.

Peter Kirn - April 2, 2018

Listen to how pop hits have evolved over the years

Peter Kirn - May 6, 2016

In the Age of Beats and Spotify, Winners – and Opportunities

- June 11, 2014

Deep in Debt, Big Retailer Guitar Center May Be Acquired

- March 4, 2014

Avid Delays Financial Reporting, But Promises Brighter Future, Including Pro Tools and Sibelius

- February 27, 2014

Yamaha will Acquire Line 6, Major Innovator in Guitar Tech

- December 20, 2013

Sibelius Core Team Now at Steinberg, Building New Notation Tool

- February 20, 2013

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