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Moving Forward With Its Monetization and Distribution Program, SoundCloud Purchases Repost Network

May 24, 2019

SoundCloud has unveiled a new acquisition. The independent music streaming service has entered into a definitive agreement to completely acquire Repost Network, a rights management and distribution company. ... Read More...

SoundCloud Unveils Hand-Curated Playlists

SoundCloud’s Aggressive Playlisting Strategy Is Moving Forward — More Community, More Music

Daniel Sanchez

March 28, 2019

Will SoundCloud’s new playlists successfully rival those on Spotify and Apple Music? SoundCloud has introduced a new feature. In response to the growing popularity of Apple Music and Spotify’s playlists, ... Read More...

SoundCloud Is Getting Blocked In India — But Why?

Daniel Sanchez

February 13, 2019

Apparently, SoundCloud provides services deemed unethical by Indian ISPs. A little over three months ago, the Indian government started cracking down on websites it deems ‘unethical.’ Users found that the... Read More...

SoundCloud Revenue Skyrockets 80% to Reach $102 Million in 2017

Daniel Sanchez

January 29, 2019

SoundCloud continues to post strong revenue numbers, but can it continue to narrow its total losses? Despite a very turbulent 2017, SoundCloud CEO Kerry Trainor has made good on his promise. The Berlin-ba... Read More...

Serato Integrates SoundCloud and TIDAL for Real-Time Mixing, But Only If You’re Online

Daniel Sanchez

December 14, 2018

For DJs ready to create brand new SoundCloud mixes in real time, they’ll need a speedy and reliable internet connection first. Over the past several months, SoundCloud has unveiled several new features aimed... Read More...

SoundCloud Signs New Deals with DAX and Pandora

A SoundCloud Troll Successfully Rips Down Artists’ Works Using DMCA ‘Hacks’

Daniel Sanchez

November 16, 2018

After a flaw in SoundCloud’s copyright infringement system was exploited, artists and producers on SoundCloud had their tracks abruptly removed. Dr. Egg, a notorious troll, filed copyright violation claims a... Read More...

Following Major Criticism, SoundCloud Drops Forced ‘Don’t Sue’ Clause for Artists

Daniel Sanchez

October 29, 2018

On the defensive, SoundCloud takes back what could’ve hurt artists. Yet, several unanswered questions remain. Earlier this month, SoundCloud launched what appeared be a promising initiative. The monetiza... Read More...

SoundCloud Boldly Goes Where No Streaming Platform Has Gone Before: Remix Clearances

Daniel Sanchez

October 19, 2018

SoundCloud CEO Kerry Trainor SoundCloud keeps making new partnerships to stay ahead of the streaming music game. SoundCloud’s been rather busy the past few months. Last month, the company unveiled a monet... Read More...

SoundCloud Unveils Partnerships with DJ Software Makers to Launch Real-Time Streaming and Mixing for Creators

SoundCloud Unveils a Slew of DJ Software Partnerships: “Streaming Workflows are the Future”

Daniel Sanchez

October 18, 2018

With its new partnerships, SoundCloud wants to make it easier for indie artists and producers to make it big. SoundCloud remains an independent streaming music powerhouse. Through the music service, Chanc... Read More...

Mixcloud Signs Long-Term Licensing Agreement with Universal Music Group (UMG)

Mixcloud Signs Long-Term Licensing Deal with Universal

Daniel Sanchez

October 15, 2018

Could Mixcloud’s new deal with UMG help it take on SoundCloud? Several years ago, British streaming service Mixcloud announced an impressive feat. After a few years on the market, the service had crossed ... Read More...

SoundCloud Signs Advertising Pacts With Pandora and DAX

Daniel Sanchez

October 3, 2018

Will the new deals help solidify SoundCloud as a viable sales advertising platform? Over in the UK, SoundCloud has expanded its partnership. The company has revealed a re-upped deal with DAX, an advanced ... Read More...

Axe and SoundCloud Offer Aspiring Rappers and Producers a Chance to Work with Lil Yachty and Zaytoven — but with a Catch

Daniel Sanchez

October 2, 2018

Axe has a relatively new idea. Partnering with SoundCloud, Lil Yachty, and Zaytoven, the brand – better known for its body sprays supposedly ‘irresistible to women’ – has launched Axe the Label. The conte... Read More...

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