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Is Tiktok's Golden Age Over? Apr 20, 2022

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Updates on some big music stories the boys have covered! First, Snoop Dogg finally has an answer as to what is going on with the Death Row records catalog. It might actually be worse than NFTs…. Next, Tiktok has grown to be in everyone’s lives but has Tiktok peaked? Lastly, the FAIR act in California could have many labels picking up their bags and leaving. While many debate if the proposed law could hurt or benefit music, the boys look at both sides of the issue. This and more on The Biztape!

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Snoop Dog on Death Row being taken off Streaming:

https://www.billboard.com/business/streaming/snoop-dogg-death-row-why-pull-streaming-1235060577/

Is Tiktok’s Goldrush over:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/tiktok-marketing-music-industry/

The FAIR Act:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/fair-act-recording-contracts-unfair-ev-ehrlich-op-ed/

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#78- Ed Sheeran Speaks Out Against Copyright Apr 13, 2022

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This week the boys discuss Kelsea Ballerini’s absence from the CMTs or rather her very real virtual presence that may not have paid off as well as the Country community may have thought. Later, Ed Sheeran wins his copyright lawsuit against “Shape of You” and speaks out about legal abuse that songwriters have supposedly been facing. Lastly, Yondr (yes that’s the name) may be changing the way that we are consuming live music without the use of your phones. This and more every week on The Biztape!

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Kelsea Ballerini remote hosts CMTs:
https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/kelsea-ballerini-covid-19-positive-cmt-awards-host-remote-1235057592/
Ed Sheeran Speaks Out Against Copyright:
https://www.tiktok.com/@edsheeran/video/7083415083677732101?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1&lang=en
https://www.billboard.com/pro/ed-copyright-lawsuit-interview-legal-beat/
Yondr: No Phones at Concerts:
https://variety.com/2022/music/news/yondr-festival-live-pouch-lockup-1235230522/

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#77- Are the Grammys Over?!? Apr 06, 2022

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This week the boys talk about the Grammys and how they will try to survive and evolve. The boys have gathered the biggest moments of the night with key insights and background as to why things went the way they did. Also, the boys discuss how Eric Church let down a stadium of people so he could go to a basketball game?!? This isn’t a bit. This and more on The Biztape!

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Eric Church Cancels Concert to Watch UNC-Duke Final Four Game: Here’s How Fans Are Reacting by Billboard

Snubs & Surprises at the 2022 Grammys by Billboard Variety

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#76- The Oscar Slap and Doja Cat Quitting Music? Mar 30, 2022

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This week the boys discuss SLAPGATE aka Will Smith slapping Chris Rock across the face live at the Oscars. How should award shows be handling this event and does this potentially change the way these award shows are produced? Also, Doja Cat is quitting?!? Well… not really but she might eventually if the industry doesn’t shape up to support mental health for artists. Then, NFT’s are in the forefront of the industry but this lawsuit dating back to 10 years ago might be foreshadowing the end of Non-Fungible Tokens. This and more every week on The Biztape!!!

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Will Smith Oscar Slap:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/will-smith-chris-rock-slap-oscars-academy-formal-review/

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2021-04-13/oscars-grammys-awards-shows-ratings-struggling

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/will-smith-chris-rock-slap-oscars-academy-formal-review/https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/28/entertainment/will-smith-apology/index.html

Doja Quitting Music:

https://www.nme.com/news/music/doja-cat-says-shes-quitting-music-i-cant-wait-to-fucking-disappear-3190845

https://www.nme.com/news/music/doja-cat-apologises-for-saying-she-was-quitting-music-3192053

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/doja-cat-planet-her-tour-mooo-dr-luke-say-so-1269896/

Redigi Vs Captol Records:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/capitol-records-big-copyright-ruling-redigi-mp3/

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#75- Was Kanye Dropped by The Grammys? Mar 23, 2022

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This week the boys are joined by Laura B. Whitmore, founder of the Women’s International Music Network and producer for She Rocks Awards. First on the list, Kanye is banned from performing from the Grammy’s… or is he? Currently suffering from a potential PR nightmare the Grammys have been silent. Lastly, Megan Thee Stallion is countersued by her label. Will she ever get out of this supposed abusive label deal? This and more on The Biztape!

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Kanye Grammy Allegeded Grammy Performance Drama:

https://variety.com/2022/music/news/kanye-west-grammys-concerning-online-behavior-1235209759/

https://twitter.com/TheBiztape/status/1505923671377989634?s=20&t=z_PgGnu54jLUwmCxie1lRQ

https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/trevor-noah-defends-kanye-west-grammys-ban-1235046401/

Megan Thee Stallion Countersues Label:

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/megan-thee-stallion-sues-1501-entertainment-label-again-1311376/

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#74- Why Can't We Stream Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg?!? Mar 16, 2022

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The boys tackle a breaking story that has led to a mystery. Why has most of the Death Row catalog been taken off streaming? Snoop has publicly stated after acquiring many classic albums a new direction for the label. What that direction is, many speculate, might be a sad familiar technology….. While the Russian/Ukrainian war continues on, it has left a hole economically for Russia. Music and media will be watching for a chance to fill that hole but many wonder if they should wait for the market to reamerge. Lastly, a Nirvana song often skipped by many is now at the top of the charts due to a great sync deal. But, the boys warn of the pros and cons of “selling out”.

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Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Releases Pulled From Streaming Platforms:

https://www.billboard.com/business/record-labels/snoop-dogg-dr-dre-death-row-records-streaming-removed-1235043866/?fbclid=IwAR3zHYZIQKToDQgBZojBZuedrHbYgf9e1aL78mTPx7jHmJqSR7JsRameqGk

Forbes article Joe and Colin Mention:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2022/03/10/interest-in-nfts-and-the-metaverse-is-falling-fast/?sh=1f5fe58c1ebb&utm_source=ForbesMainTwitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialflowForbesMainTwitter

Is Russian Bad for Business:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/spotify-russia-suspending-premium-accounts-ukraine/

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/14/business/russia-companies-exit.html

https://www.nytimes.com/article/russia-invasion-companies.html

Nirvana has new Steaming Hit:

https://variety.com/2022/music/news/nirvana-streaming-hit-batman-something-in-the-way-1235202492/

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#73- Dua Lipa's Copyright Lawsuit Could Change Music Mar 09, 2022

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This week the boys dive headfirst into the Dua Lipa Levitating lawsuit as she is getting sued for copyright infringement. Later, we’ve seen the rise of catalog sales but are we witnessing the fall? According to Dan Weisman & Adam Sansiveri this could be the case. Then, Epic Games buys Bandcamp… what now? This and more every week on The Biztape!

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Dua Lipa Lawsuit:

https://www.billboard.com/business/legal/dua-lipa-accused-stealing-levitating-artikal-sound-system-lawsuit-1235037859/

https://www.billboard.com/business/legal/dua-lipa-copyright-lawsuit-levitating-brown-linzer-1235040111/

https://youtu.be/HnA1QmZvSNs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XT3DghWbk2A&t=114s

Selling Catalogs is Dead:

https://www.billboard.com/pro/song-catalog-sales-inflation-impact-interest-guest-column/

https://www.investor.gov/introduction-investing/investing-basics/investment-products/bonds-or-fixed-income-products/bonds#:~:text=A%20bond%20is%20a%20debt,government%2C%20municipality%2C%20or%20corporation.

Epic Games Buys Bandcamp:

https://variety.com/2022/digital/news/epic-games-acquires-bandcamp-1235194180/

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#72- How is the Ukraine Invasion Impacting The Music Industry? Mar 02, 2022

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The Boys have had their show taken over by the great Zak Kuhn, head of the Nashville Briefing and The Zak Kuhn Show. The boys waste no time jumping right into how Russian tours are dealing with the growing Ukrainian crisis. While also pondering, could Country music be next for multi-million dollar catalog acquisition? Jason Aldean could be the first with his new 100 million dollar deal. Lastly, Evergreen Artists, like Tears for Fears, are in the forefront. With longer and longer careers, Newer records serve as a catalyst for increased catalog consumption. This, the FGL Musical, and more on the Biztape!

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AJR Cancels Russian Tour Due to Ukraine Invasion — Will Others Follow? By Variety

Tears for Fears are Back by Variety

SPIRIT MUSIC GROUP BUYS JASON ALDEAN MASTERS IN $100M+ DEAL By MBW

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#71- Is the Music Industry Ready to Remove Pandemic Protocols? Feb 23, 2022

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#70- THE KANYE DEBACLE Feb 16, 2022

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This week the boys talk about the controversy surrounding Kanye West’s instagram fiasco and its implications that it has on fans, the music industry, and Kanye’s career. Later, the Superbowl was HUGE but since it’s so big shouldn’t it be paying their performers? Lastly, are streaming services lacking behind? Maybe it’s time for a revitalization with high fidelity audio and spacial audio mixes being offered on services such as Amazon Music and Apple Music.This and more every week on The Biztape!

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Super Bowl Halftime Show:

https://www.billboard.com/culture/events/2022-super-bowl-rams-win-stars-celebrate-halftime-show-1235031173/

https://www.billboard.com/pro/super-bowl-halftime-performers-sales-streaming-boost-analysis/

Kanye/Pete Davidson Drama:

https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/15/entertainment/kanye-west-kim-kardashian-julia-fox/index.htmlr

https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/kanye-west-predicts-kim-kardashian-reunion-disses-pete-davidson-1235031223/