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The Festival Boom and its Fall? Jul 06, 2022

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This week the boys discuss Crosby, Stills & Nash’s return to Spotify after a brief and controversial boycott of the service after former collaborator Neil Young spoke out against Joe Rogan. Later, the festival boom might be over… at least for now with Day N Vegas festival and many other festivals struggling to sell tickets as inflation spikes and demand for live music begins to fall since the end of quarantine. And finally, a rock star reunited with his stolen guitar 45 years later. You won’t guess where it ended up. This and more every week on The Biztape!

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Crosby,Stills and Nash return to Spotify:

https://www.billboard.com/business/streaming/crosby-stills-nash-spotify-return-1235110284/

Day N Vegas Fest Cancelled:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/why-day-n-vegas-2022-was-canceled/

Randy Bachman Reunited with Cherished Guitar:

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/randy-bachman-reunited-stolen-guitar-1235110252/

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Lil Nas X vs BETS Jun 29, 2022

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This week the boys discuss how Lil Nas X and the BET Awards are facing off by publicly while many fans are left hurt, confused, and in most cases laughing. Later, Dua Lipa is sued AGAIN! The pop singer is being dragged into another image use lawsuit as many in the industry are left with the question, “Didn’t they learn last time?” Finally, the Grammy’s have announced a new category called New Songwriter of The Year which distinguishes songwriters from producers and artists. However, the rules of how to qualify may not be as straightforward as the name suggests. This and more every week on The Biztape!

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Songwriter of the Year Award:

https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/grammy-songwriters-not-eligible-songwriter-of-the-year-1235088934/

Photography Lawsuits:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/dua-lipa-lawsuit-photos-paparazzi-explained/

https://www.billboard.com/pro/tupac-shakur-photo-universal-music-lawsuit-chi-modu/

https://www.billboard.com/pro/dua-lipa-sued-paparazzi-photo-instagram/

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/29/arts/music/chi-modu-dead.html

Lil Nas X vs The BETs:

https://www.npr.org/2022/06/25/1107514955/lil-nas-x-bet-awards-late-to-da-party-new-single

https://deadline.com/2022/06/lil-nas-x-bet-awards-diss-track-piss-photo-update-1235040469/

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BTS's "Indefinite Hiatus" Cost Their Label HOW MUCH!!! Jun 21, 2022

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The #BTSArmy says a sorrowful goodbye to BTS as the group announces their “indefinite hiatus”. But is it really the end or could a mistranslation cost their label 28% of their stock value? While in literally news (Just Kidding), the boys discuss music and politics and if having a voice and opinion on important social issues is a requirement for artists. This, Joe’s Worst Concert and more on The Biztape!

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BTS Indefinite Hiatus?:

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/bts-army-reacts-bts-hiatus-announcement-1235087109/

https://www.billboard.com/pro/bts-sales-streams-k-pop-domination-numbers/

https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/bts-proof-billboard-200-debut-no-1-1235089722/

https://variety.com/2022/music/news/bts-hiatus-hybe-stock-drop-1235295190/

The Chick’s Long Awaited Return:

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/the-chicks-bonnaroo-putin-1370980/

https://www.billboard.com/music/country/the-chicks-cut-indianapolis-show-short-apology-1235089780/

https://variety.com/2022/music/news/the-strokes-chicago-kina-collins-concert-review-1235298030/

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Justin Bieber's Face Paralysis and Lizzo's Lyric Controversy Jun 15, 2022

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28 year old Justin Bieber faces another cancellation in the face of many previous cancellations of his Justice Tour and this time Bieber faces a potential illness that could be a constant disturbance in his career. The boys discuss how health and touring do not go well together and how public expectation leads to pressure from stars to expose the most private information to calm fans. Concurrently, Lizzo battles the comment of her being an “Ableist” as one of her newest lyrics comes under fire. See and hear how Lizzo maybe leading the charge when it comes to responding to controversy. All this, touring shortages, and more on the Biztape!

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Justin Bieber Reveals He Has ‘Full Paralysis’ on One Side of His Face:

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/justin-bieber-face-paralysis-ramsay-hunt-syndrome-video-1235085836/

Tour Shortages Rage on:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/touring-artists-gear-equipment-shortage-supply-chain/

Lizzo face Backlash for Lyric Choice:

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/lizzo-grrrls-lyrics-backlash-abelist-slur-1235086460/

https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/lizzo-changing-lyrics-grrrls-single-criticism-ableism-rcna33391

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Kate Bush is "Running Up" The Chart Jun 08, 2022

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It's the return for many this week in entertainment. First, something that has never gone away: Ticket Fees. New York looks to finally provide transparency when it comes to ticket prices while Ticketmaster puts on a strong face. While, Travis Scott makes his return to live festivals this week after the tragedy of AstroWorld. Can Scott navigate a return under such scrutiny? Lastly, Kate Bush has reemerged into the public eye via a high profile inclusion of her work in "Stranger Things". Does this finally prove all catalogs have a place to return to the top of the charts? Find out this and more on the Biztape!

Sources:

New York to Ban Hidden Ticket Fees:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/new-york-state-ban-hidden-fees-concert-tickets/

Travis Scott’s Return to Festivals:

https://variety.com/2022/music/news/travis-scott-day-n-vegas-festival-astroworld-1235286821/

Kate Bush Returns to the Charts:

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/kate-bush-stranger-things-running-up-that-hill-reaction-1235081782/

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Gibson’s Big Legal Win and Halsey Update Jun 01, 2022

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The boys battle with the outcome of two events seemingly coming to a close. First, Halsey officially gets their release date for their newest song. Although for Joe and Colin, it seems a little too buttoned up to be released in such a tight timeframe. Is this finally the smoking gun to see if this viral moment was staged? Second, Gibson has charged many guitar companies to watch their back after winning a monumental lawsuit. Colin takes us through the landscape of intevation that is guitar development and how that might be in dire straights. All this and more on The Biztape!

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Halsey Release Date:

https://variety.com/2022/music/news/halsey-elease-date-so-good-single-tiktok-capitol-1235281588/

Gibson’s Legal Win Against Dean Guitars:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/gibson-wins-against-dean-guitar-shapes/

https://www.gearnews.com/why-have-all-gibsons-official-youtube-videos-been-pulled-and-where-is-mark-agnesi/

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Halsey Claims Label Holding Song Over TikTok May 25, 2022

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Big industry news this week as Halsey reminds the general public about the power of labels. Could labels be delaying songs for Tiktok or is it all marketing? The boys ride the line of where truth starts and marketing begins. While, Live Nation, a 40,000+ person company has added paid interns. 15,000 people have applied but how many will get the internship? The number may shock you. This, LA and more on the show!

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Live Nation Pays Interns:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/live-nation-paid-internships-applications/

Halsey Claims Label is Holding Song:

https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/halsey-claims-label-holding-up-single-tiktok-1235074164/

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The Farewell of the IPod May 18, 2022

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Joe’s in California :) With COVID :0 But that hasn’t stopped the boys from talking about the discontinuation of the iPod and the historical impact that it has had on the music industry. Did it have as much of an impact as record players? Do people still care?? Later, A&R jobs are notoriously hard to break into for people getting into the music industry. However, the big three labels may be taking initiative by seeking out people who aren’t connected at all to the music industry. Why? Well listen and find out! This and more every week on The Biztape!

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The end of the IPod:

https://www.statista.com/chart/10469/apple-ipod-sales/

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2022/may/10/the-spirit-lives-on-apple-to-discontinue-the-ipod-after-21-years

A&R Academys:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/major-labels-diversity-training-ar-academies/

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Joe's LEAVING US!!! May 04, 2022

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Joe is leaving....... for LA. Colin catches up with Joe about his newest move and how the music business differs in LA compared to Nashville. The boys also dive into the wild ride that is Spotify's share price starting from Joe Rogan's controversy to present. Is Spotify in the same sore spot as Netflix? Lastly, we catch up with one of the most bizarre interviews with Scooter Braun and his long awaited response about Taylor Swift's Master fiasco. All this and more on the Biztape!

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Spotify’s Rocky Share History:

https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/spotify-share-price-crash-is-a-shocker-for-daniel-ek-it-wont-have-best-pleased-musics-biggest-companies/

Scooter Braun Calls Out Taylor Swift:

https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2022/04/29/scooter-braun-taylor-swift-comments-dangerous/?utm_source=Daily%20Snapshot&utm_campaign=c8096551f4-Daily_Snapshot_May_2_2022&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_2fb43ebd24-c8096551f4-21392285&mc_cid=c8096551f4&mc_eid=6a35d9ce3f&fbclid=IwAR0YvUmxCtzJLGYRcXnZYRit7uL4dPRjfifitaDFasL8JerL2Ho0SS_kCRk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2uEsTL6VSy0&t=1730&ab_channel=MSNBC

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Elon Musk BOUGHT Twitter?! Apr 27, 2022

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This week the boys discuss the implications of Elon Musk buying Twitter in a fast paced $44 Billion deal. Did the board of directors abandon ship or do they see something that Musk can bring to the table? Also, Spotify’s newest site “Loud and Clear” has launched showing interesting analytics that doesn't bode well for indie artists. Can Spotify turn this around? Finally, Artist Managers are overworked but are they also underpaid? Probably… This and more every week on The Biztape!

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Spotify Abyss: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/over-75-of-artists-on-spotify-have-fewer-than-50-monthly-listeners/

Are Managers Paid Enough:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/artist-managers-job-demands-changing-business-music-industry/

Elon Buys Twitter:

https://www.cnn.com/2022/04/25/tech/elon-musk-twitter-sale-agreement/index.html

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