Streaming Archives

Deezer creates ‘Home Sessions’

08/05/2020

Deezer creates ‘Home Sessions’ containing new cover and acoustic tracks recorded by emerging artists in their homes. The series features breaking talent like Lukas Graham, Tate McRae, Sody and Griff. UK Deezer’s NEXT pick, Joesef, also gives Aretha Franklin fans a treat with his twist on “Day Dreaming”. The covers and acoustic versions were recorded exclusively for Deezer in the artist’s home studios. The lineup includes: Lukas Graham: ‘You’re Not the Only One (Redemption Song)’ […]

Sonos introduces Arc smart soundbar

07/05/2020

Sonos introduces Arc smart soundbar, the Sonos Sub, the Sonos Five and announces the date when the new S2 Sonos app will be available. The Sonos Arc has support for Dolby Atmos, and multiple voice assistants and can be used to stream music, podcasts and radio when the TV is off. The Arc will be available from 10th June and cost £799. It can be pre-ordered from Sonos on their website. Sonos Arc contains eleven […]

Pantheon Podcasts releases the first HiRes podcast

06/05/2020

Pantheon Podcasts releases the first HiRes podcast on its podcast network using Orastream technology which is the same as used by Primephonic and the Neil Young Archives. Pantheon Podcasts, the podcast network for music fans with over 40 shows, has delivered the first podcast available to be streamed in lossless, full resolution audio. The HD Podcast platform’s first show, Rock N Roll Archaeology is available now and the HD Podcast web player will play the […]

Over 55s are UK’s fastest growing group of music streamers

06/05/2020

Over 55s are UK’s fastest growing group of music streamers with 90% of new over 55 streamers taking out paid subscriptions, according to new pane research conducted by the Entertainment Retailers Association (ERA). More than 1.1m over-55 year olds turned to streaming services over the past year. Over-55 year olds are the fastest growing group of new users of subscription music streaming services like Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Deezer and You Tube Music Premium. The […]

IFPI issues Global Music Report 2019

04/05/2020

IFPI issues Global Music Report 2019 which showed that global revenues grew by 8.2% to US$20.2 Bn and that streaming accounted for more than half (56.1%) of global recorded music revenue. Frances Moore, chief executive of IFPI, said: “The Global Music Report we issued today covers results for 2019 and reflects the successful work and investment of music creators – from record companies to artists and beyond. Importantly, the strong foundation we built over the […]

Deezer releases unfinished podcast playlist

04/05/2020

Deezer releases unfinished podcast playlist with its ‘In Progress’ podcast feature so you can quickly return to all your unfinished episodes. The ‘In Progress’ playlist will show unfinished episodes that are no more than 15 days old. The new podcast feature lets you save time and pick up where you left off. It also helps you switch between the shows you’ve started. Navigate to the ‘Favorites’ tab on Deezer’s iOS app or the web to […]

SOURCE: RIAA - US Latn Music Revenues (Retail)

Latin music in US grows at twice the rate of overall market

02/05/2020

Latin music in US grows at twice the rate of overall market in 2019 according to figures released by the RIAA, the US recording industry association. Revenues from Latin music in the US grew 28% to $554 million, compared with 13% for the overall market. Streaming was the primary growth driver, up 32% and comprising 95% of total Latin music revenues. Paid subscriptions accounted for more than two thirds of the streaming revenue increase. Latin […]