The Biztape

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The Third to Last Episode:Spotify and Rolling Stone start controversy….. Source: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/spotify-launches-new-paid-for-showcase-recommendation-tool-starting-at-100-per-promo-campaign/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Currently Googlin' Google's Anti Trust Case and Taylor Swift at the VMAs…. Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2023/09/12/business/google-antitrust-trial  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burning Man was sheltering in place with all the mud. Is Burning Man stuck in the mud? Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Burning Man: https://www.nytimes.com/article/burning-man-mud-trapped.html https://www.npr.org/2023/09/05/1197587557/burning-man-exodus-2023-mudSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's going on with Scooter Braun? Why has Social Media changed and how is it cyclical? Can we stop putting question marks? This and more on the Biztape?   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Scooter Braun: https://www.vox.com/culture/23843489/scooter-braun-clients-leaving-justin-bieber  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Summer of Country at No.1 continues but with a truly out of nowhere act: Oliver Anthony and his song “Rich Men North of Richmond”. The guys discuss chart history, design and why this is one of the most unorthodox No.1s we have seen in chart history. While, one of the big 3 PROs is going to a for-profit model…    Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: The New No. 1: https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/oliver-anthony-music-rich-men-north-of-richmond-number-one-debut-hot-100-1235396681/   BMI For Profit: https://www.billboard.com/pro/bmi-for-profit-plan-songwriter-groups-letter-ceo/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lawsuit against Lizzo provides one of the biggest brand identity cases of the modern age. Will Lizzo's brand remain in tack or forever destroyed? While, Colin examines the CAA layoffs and wonders if they really could be involved with Film and TV being on strike. This and more on the Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: CAA Layoffs: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/caa-to-lay-off-around-60-employees-report/ Lizzo Lawsuit: https://www.vox.com/culture/2023/8/3/23819049/lizzo-sexual-harassment-lawsuit-dancers-hostile-work-environment https://www.forbes.com/sites/amyfeldman/2023/08/15/how-three-car-guys-and-a-winemaker-want-to-save-americas-farms-with-tractorbots/?sh=5024c5b172dd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the streaming bubble finally happening? Spotify is doing better than its yearly lows but is the industry in dire need for a correction on future growth? While, Joe examines the psychology of throwing things at artists. This and More on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Spotify's future: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/worth-spotify-shutting-down-its-free-tier-in-the-us/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Aldean creates a giant controversy in his usual style with a controversial song. Is Country Music the genre for “canceled” artists to thrive? While Hollywood is dead… what will happen to the music industry that relies on revenue from movies and TV? So many questions and more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Jason Aldean Controversy: https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/jason-aldean-try-that-in-a-small-town-number-one-hot-100-country-hits-top-three-1235382220/ https://www.today.com/popculture/music/jason-aldean-try-that-in-a-small-town-controversy-rcna95562 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1_RKu-ESCY&ab_channel=JasonAldeanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys talk about AI as UMG begs Congress to make legislation to combat the rise of AI copycat artists. Can the US Legal system make a proactive move for music for once? While, one of the biggest booms in tech for concerts brings in huge demand: high quality cell service. Don't pick up the phone, this and more on the Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: UMG Ask Congress for AI legislation: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/universal-music-group-calls-on-us-congress-to-pass-new-rules-regulating-ai/   The Fight for Cell Service at Concerts: https://www.billboard.com/pro/cell-phone-service-music-festivals-better-why/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zuckburger is coming to eat Elon's Lunch with Meta's new app, Threads. People are busy threading (we got to find a new verb for this) but the boys wonder how Meta can keep the momentum. While, the boys talk about the viral and probably worst “apology” of all time on youtube. One Woman, One Ukulele, and more on The Biztape!   Socials:  Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, TikTok: @TheBiztapeEmail: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources:Threads burst into social media::https://www.theverge.com/2023/7/6/23786127/twitter-lawsuit-threat-meta-threads-apphttps://www.forbes.com/sites/johnkoetsier/2023/07/07/70-million-sign-ups-8-reasons-why-threads-is-blowing-up/?sh=44d22f1f412b Colleen Ballinger “Apology”:https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/colleen-ballinger-tour-canceled-allegations-1235369711/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eb8z8kaekfw&t=678sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

STOP THROWING THINGS AT PEOPLE ON STAGE… This sadly recurring segment on the show returns with some of the wildest stuff the boys have heard. While, Lewis Capaldi announces his break from touring due to his personal health struggles. Can Capaldi keep his career status with his understanding fan base in a world based on touring? This and more on The Biztape!    Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Items keep getting throw at Concerts: https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/pink-fan-throws-moms-ashes-during-concert-1235362392/ https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/pink-gets-brie-cheese-from-fan-on-stage-video-1235363336/ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/crime-courts/man-allegedly-threw-phone-bebe-rexha-nyc-concert-thought-funny-police-rcna90132   Lewis Capaldi Announces Break: https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/28/entertainment/lewis-capaldi-tour-break/index.html  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Multi-Million (Yes with an M) podcasting deal are ending across Spotify and other competitors. With Celebrities walking away, the boys take stock if these huge investments were sound…. While, the beginning of the end of Radio is starting with AM being kicked out of new cars. This and more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Hollywood is Leaving Podcasts: https://www.semafor.com/article/06/25/2023/hollywood-is-leaving-podcasting-to-podcasters https://www.theguardian.com/media/2023/jun/16/prince-harry-and-meghans-multimillion-dollar-deal-with-spotify-to-end   Cars Ditching Radio?: https://www.billboard.com/pro/automakers-removing-radio-cars-timeline-future-audio-trend/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Beatles are releasing their final song as a group powered by AI from Peter Jackson. Could this actually be one of the first tasteful post death uses of AI? While, Joe talks about the plight of Black owned record stores and their fight to stay alive. This and More on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Ai being used for “Last” Beatles Song: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/jun/13/ai-used-to-create-new-and-final-beatles-song-says-paul-mccartneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys discover that their generation continues to be BIG NERDS. Just Kidding, Gen Z is conscious about their health and that is causing many venues to be conscious of the weight of their wallets.  On the other end of the industry,  Grimes is taking one small step for music mankind with her own AI. Grimes is inviting others to create content with her generated voice but literally at what cost and will other artists follow suit? This and many more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Grimes Partners With TuneCore to Distribute AI Songs Using Her Voice: https://www.billboard.com/business/tech/ai-grimes-songs-distributed-tunecore-1235351841/ Gen Z's Habiats: https://www.billboard.com/pro/gen-z-drinking-less-bad-club-business/ https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220920-why-gen-zers-are-growing-up-sober-curiousSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the boys discuss the ‘Boss Swift Act” which is a congressional bill proposing transparency to the and recualtion to the ticketing world as Live Nation and ticketmaster continue to receive monopoly accusations while the company make record profits each year. Later, Sia's movie “Music” controversy is back in the news after the singer states that she has been diagnosed as neurodivergent as well as explaining what she went through after the dust settled… or did it? This and more every week on The Biztape!  Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Ticketmaster Legislation: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/boss-and-swift-act-proposed-in-congress-to-regulate-live-events-ticket-market/ https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/live-nation-president-and-cfo-talks-ai-ticketing-legislation-and-tiktok-at-j-p-morgan-conference/ “Music” Movie: https://variety.com/2023/music/news/sia-autism-spectrum-1235628381/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TIKTOK IS BANNED… at least in Montana. The cyber giant is facing the same Chinese spyware accusations that it has been since its rise in popularity but this time the state of Montana has banned it. Will this decision be set in stone and how will other social media companies react? Later, an update on the Jimmie Allen accusations and how the country singer may be facing some damning evidence. This and more every week on The Bizatape!    Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Tiktok's Ban in Montana: https://www.npr.org/2023/05/18/1176940592/montana-ban-tiktok-lawsuit-constitution https://www.npr.org/2023/05/22/1177541355/tiktok-sues-lawsuit-montana-law-ban   Jimmie Allen Update: https://variety.com/2023/music/news/jimmie-allen-apologizes-wife-affair-sexual-assault-lawsuit-1235618198/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Google stocks may be down but they are grabbing attention for their AI initiatives. The boys focus on MusicLm, Google's AI Music Generator. Google has already pointed out flaws with AI music in a newly released paper but the boys decided to dig deeper. While, *Trigger Warning*Joe broaches into two notable cases with Jimmie Allen and Slowthai. This and more on The Biztape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ED SHEERAN WINS! Only a week after the initial trial date, Ed Sheeran won over a grand jury in a copyright infringement case involving “Thinking Out Loud” vs. the family of Ed Townsend and the Marvin Gaye Estate. The stakes were high with Sheeran stating previously that if he lost this case he would QUIT MUSIC. Also, Taylor Swift closes out her Nissan Stadium run by playing in a thunderstorm until 1:35am. A historic night for Nashville as city official breathe a sigh of relief that 70,000 swifties were not disappointed. This and more evey week on The Biztape!  Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources:   Taylor Swift Rainstorm: https://variety.com/2023/music/news/taylor-swift-nashville-rain-lightning-concert-delay-1235605928/   Ed Sheeren Lawsuit: https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/jury-reaches-verdict-ed-sheeran-copyright-infringement-case/story?id=99022695 https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2023-05-03/ed-sheeran-quit-music-if-loses-marvin-gaye-copyright-trial https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2023-04-26/ed-sheeran-trial-testimony-marvin-gaye-thinking-out-loud-lets-get-it-onSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the boys dive into the historic world of Vinyl and record players as sales continue to grow way beyond the industry's expectations and completely engulfing its CD competition. What does this mean for environmental waste and will this continue to grow for years to come? Last, Adidas is being sued by the very people who own it - it's shareholders. Since Kanye has been booted out of the company and the yeezy line dropped the company has experienced some harsh realities (some of which may have been kept from the shareholders prior to the Kanye parting). This and more every week on The Biztape!  Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Vinyl Sales: http://musicbusinessworldwide.com/50-of-vinyl-buyers-dont-own-a-record-player-data-shows/ Adidas Lawsuit: https://www.billboard.com/pro/adidas-sued-shareholders-kanye-west-financial-fallout/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frank Ocean makes his long awaited return to the live space at the world's most upfront festival, Coachella. As rumor and mystery of the performance surround the event, join Colin and Joe as they dig deep into what is alleged and what effects this has on big festivals. He at least played “Chanel” right? This, an ice rink, and more this week on the Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Frank Ocean and Coachella: https://variety.com/2023/music/news/frank-ocean-coachella-set-reassessed-musically-1235592077/ https://www.tmz.com/2023/04/24/coachella-organizers-cut-curfew-fines-in-half-during-weekend-2/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drake is infuriated as AIs rip his likeness across the internet but one notable one has risen to the surface. The villain-esq artist “Ghostwriter” is ready to bring bigger questions to music rights holders. Where do AI copyright and trademark begin and human artists end? While, TikTok continues the fight with the US government…. Another Bytedance app rises right in front of everyone eyes… This and more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Drake AI is drawing Questions from the Music Industry: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/this-drake-ai-rip-off-already-has-250000-plays-on-spotify-is-it-a-ticking-time-bomb-for-music-rightsholders/ https://www.ft.com/content/aec1679b-5a34-4dad-9fc9-f4d8cdd124b9 CapCut and Music: https://www.billboard.com/pro/capcut-tiktok-video-editing-app-viral-music/ https://time.com/6266975/capcut-bytedance-tiktok-popular/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TWITTER IS ON FIRE….STILL…… But wait it gets worse as Elon introduces more features and lack there of for Twitter Blue. Taking away standard features from consumers and causing an uproar, can Twitter recover? Music Business Worldwide writes that maybe the music industry could take a page from Elon. Come discover the new territory and more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Twitter CHAOS: https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/twitter-updates-verified-user-descriptions-paid-blue-check-1235571165/ https://www.vox.com/technology/2023/3/31/23664041/elon-musk-twitter-checkmark-pay-play-subscription-blue-doge   Where are all your songs stored?:  https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/38-million-tracks-on-music-streaming-service-were-played-zero-times-in-2022-elon-musks-book/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Tech was first but now is music on the cusp of big layoffs as well? Warner draws attention for big staff cuts and even bigger budget cuts. They say it's for restructuring for the long term but could Warner be the first of many?Also, Disney announces cuts of its metaverse division. Not even Mickey Mouse can get people to try the metaverse…. This and more on the Biztape! Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Warner's Big Budget Cuts: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/warner-will-generate-savings-of-50m-annually-by-cutting-4-of-staff/ Disney Step Away from MetaVerse: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/disney-shuts-down-metaverse-division-amid-restructuring-report/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TikTok's Ceo has been called to talk to a congressional committee about personal data and if the Chinese government has access. While the intelligence committee warns, public interest appears to be waning. Also, radio appears to be headed closer to its slow death as UMG and other labels start to pull money from the space. This and more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: TikTok's Ceo in Congress: https://www.axios.com/2023/03/23/tiktok-ceo-shou-zi-chew-hearing-congress The Death of Radio: https://www.billboard.com/pro/radio-promotion-costs-cut-universal-music-group/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys explore what makes the music industry shiver, social media and AI. Twitter is coming under fire as many industry leaders say licensing agreements have stalled. Elon may have more than just employee layoffs to deal with it…. While, AI creeps into the music space more and more a huge campaign to support human creativity has begun. Is AI a tool or a harbinger of doom? This and more on The Biztape!   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Big Players Campaign for AI ethics in Music: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/riaa-and-over-30-other-groups-launch-ai-campaign-to-support-human-creativity/ Twitter and Music Licensing: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/twitters-music-licensing-talks-hang-in-the-balance-after-elon-musks-takeover-report/ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/17/technology/twitters-music-elon-musk.html#:~:text=Twitter%20is%20one%20of%20the,made%20agreements%20for%20music%20rights.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the boys explore Jamie Lee Curtis' live music opinions as she shifts mindsets over whether the culture asks fans to stay out too late and if there is room for midday shows. Later, Live Nation and Ticketmaster shift business tactics as public opinion has deteriorated the brand for consumers and U.S. lawmakers alike. With this be enough to get the brand back on the right track? This and more every week on The Biztape!    Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Live Nation and Ticketmaster: https://www.billboard.com/pro/ticketmaster-taylor-swift-strategy-ticket-fees-scalpers/ https://www.billboard.com/pro/the-cure-ban-ticket-resale-tour/   Jamie Lee and Coldplay?: https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/experts-why-concerts-night-jamie-lee-curtis-coldplay-daytime-1235282815/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boys examine greater trends in streaming and how streaming could be looking at older generations to generate growth. While, Joe Biden is the last step to approving the ability to ban Tiktok in the US after a house bill was approved. It isn't so cut and dry though… Why is this happening and more on The Biztape! Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Streaming looks older: https://www.billboard.com/pro/podcast-audiobook-streaming-grow-appealing-older-listeners/ House Panel approves Bill that could lead to Tik Tok ban:  https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/house-panel-approves-bill-that-could-lead-to-total-tiktok-ban-in-the-us https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/28/tech/house-tiktok-vote/index.html /https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/22/tiktok-steps-up-efforts-to-clinch-us-security-deal.html#:~:text=TikTok%20has%20been%20seeking%20to%20assure%20U.S.%20government%20departments%20and,influence%20of%20that%20country's%20government.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the boys discuss YouTube's CEO Susan Wojcicki stepping down as silicon valley loses more female leaders as the digital economy shifts under TikTok's disruption. Later, Spotify is getting a bump up in stock price as an activist shareholder pushes the arrow up. Will Spotify win the pricing game or is this temporary? This and more every week on The Biztape!  Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Big Youtube Changes: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/16/technology/susan-wojcicki-youtube-ceo-step-down.html Spotify's Newest Investor: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/spotify-now-has-an-activist-shareholder-with-a-history-of-pushing-for-price-rises/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin's Conspiracy hat is back on with TikTok's surprising new test in Australia. Do all signs point to TikTok taking a stand against traditional labels? Also, Joe brings us to speed on the surprising economics of this year's Super Bowl with Rihanna. Rihanna may be racking it personally but not in the ways you might think. This and more on The Biztape! Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Is TikTok up to something?: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/is-tiktok-about-to-pull-off-a-heist-on-the-music-industry/ Super Bowl & Rihanna: https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/super-bowl-ratings-2023-viewers-chiefs-eagles-1235521207/ https://www.insider.com/jay-z-changed-way-how-are-super-bowl-performers-chosen-2023-2See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After giving their picks to win, the boys see the results of the 65th Grammy Awards. The boys discuss the big 4 categories and the biggest surprises of the night. Could this be the Grammys landing on solid ground or same old same old? This, the results of our fan poll, and more on The Biztape!   Socials:  Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztapeEmail: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No its not a Rick Roll….. Rick Astley is going after Yung Gravy but this is not an ordinary copyright case. In fact, it has nothing to do with copyright and could rip open the industry for 1000s of lawsuits. While, Justin Bieber joins old veterans selling off his catalog. At 28, could this be a huge mistake for Justin in the middle of his career? This and more on The Biztape! Grammy Big 4 Poll:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewform?usp=sf_link Socials:  Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com Sources: Rick Astely Vs Yung Gravy: https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64429565 Justin Bieber Sells His Catalog: https://apnews.com/article/justin-bieber-music-catalog-sale-a3e0b4a37feadf2ee0f808bde94c2c10See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The week the boys discuss the long awaited Live Nation/Ticketmaster Senate Judiciary Committee hearing over the Taylor Swift presale disaster as well as Live Nation critisisms that they are a monopoly. Also, Spotify is cutting 6% of their workforce as most every big company in tech are laying people off. Is this a greater sign for the overall economy and how will this impact the music industry's health. This and more every week on The Biztape!    Grammy Big 4 Poll: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewform?usp=sf_link   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Spotify Layoffs: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/23/spotify-to-cut-6percent-of-its-workforce-as-tech-layoffs-continue.html LiveNation In Congress: https://www.billboard.com/pro/ticketmaster-hearing-taylor-swift-senate-judiciary-live-nation-bots-probe/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the boys dive into the historic case of Fogerty Vs. Zaentz as John Fogerty finally regains majority ownership over his publishing rights for the Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) catalog and what that means for Fogerty as well as how this decades long battle impacted the music industry. Later, TikTok offers lower add pricing in the hopes of increasing their client base. What does this mean for the company with a creator fund royalty payout system that is under intense scrutiny? This and more every week on The Biztape!    Grammy Big 4 Poll: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewform?usp=sf_link   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: John Forgerty Regains Control:  https://www.billboard.com/pro/john-fogerty-buys-control-publishing-creedence-clearwater-revival-catalog/ TikTok offers cheap ads in race against rivals: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/tiktok-offers-cheaper-ads-in-race-against-social-media-rivals-meta-youtube-and-twitter-report/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe and Colin give a big forecast of 2023 with the big numbers that will shape the music business. Diversification of income rules the business but could be eroding the power of superstars. Could Spotify be up for acquisition by big tech? This, why Colin was crying on a plane to Mariah Carey and more on The Biztape!   Grammy Big 4 Poll: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewform?usp=sf_link   Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: 5 numbers that will come to define the music business in 2023 by MBWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PART 2.... The last of the big 4 categories: Album of The Year. The most material and the most to examine. Join the boys through this diverse group of albums from the best of 2022 and the questionable... GRAMMY POLL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewform  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Boys go through 3 out of the big four categories with Best New Artist, Record and Song of the Year. Hard decisions all around this year. Who would you pick? Vote in our form below! GRAMMY POLL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeslCRNffVOfKV27hHoVmEw5_A6GJ4sbmKi-1YUcIRkOtWEdA/viewformSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin digs deep and is able to scrounge up streaming numbers from all of the top 5 players in music streaming. The boys discuss who is on top, why, and more importantly why one notably streaming service let the #1 spot through their grasp. Joe brings it back to Colin's backyard with the story of the historic EXIT IN. After being bought out by a major capital firm, can the diverse 50 year old venue weather the storm of a regime change? Or will it be a shell of its former self? This and more on The Biztape! Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources:   MUSIC NOW HAS OVER 616 MILLION PAYING STREAMING SUBSCRIBERS GLOBALLY by MBW   The Story of EXIT/IN by BillboardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the boys discuss radio failings, label successes, and streaming growth with consumer reports as well as what the future of the music industry may be like as it recovers strongly from COVID. Later, TikTok is getting banned!!! At least… some people are tying to make that happen. Is it truly a threat to national sucurity or is it just a political play? This and more every week on The Biztape!  Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Tiktok Banned Again?: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-63965553 Trends in Streaming and Live Entertainment: https://variety.com/vip/key-trends-in-audio-streaming-and-live-entertainment-1235361519/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the boys get serious as they both discuss the importance of not only the music industry… but of The Price is Right theme as well. Touring is big business as Elton John gains first place for the All Time Boxscore Record selling an insane amount of tickets. Later, how can we fix the music industry? Discussion over Ron Knox's op ed article in WIRED may uncover some uncomfortable truths about monopolies in the music industry. This and more every week on The Biztape!!    Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Elton John Close to All Time Tour Record: https://www.billboard.com/pro/elton-john-tour-all-time-boxscore-record-final-shows/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_highest-grossing_concert_tours   How to Save Music?: https://www.wired.com/story/opinion-big-music-needs-to-be-broken-up-to-save-the-industry/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift, by being one of the most popular artists in the world, has exposed cracks in Ticketmaster. As MILLIONs of faces raced for tickets, Ticketmaster could not keep up with demand and left many unhappy and ready to throw stones. As their parent company is being examined by the US government, could Taylor Swift lead to one of the biggest antitrust legal battles in music history? Socials:   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok: @TheBiztape Email: thebiztapepodcast@gmail.com   Sources: Taylor Swift, TicketMaster and potentially the US government: https://apnews.com/article/entertainment-music-taylor-swift-930a204fbbfccea45f6012f0da4feef6 https://apnews.com/article/taylor-swift-ticketmaster-concert-tickets-parents-34399cca6403c97f0983a5c69c7edec0 https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/ticketmaster-taylor-swift-apology-eras-tour-ticket-disaster-1235174302/ https://www.billboard.com/pro/taylor-swift-ticketmaster-did-she-have-a-choice-work-with-them/ https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/taylor-swift-ticketing-mess-eras-drive-political-engagement-1235175377/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.