Category: Music Journalism Economics
Interview Transcription and Editing: Crafting a Voice on the Page
Master interview transcription and editing for music journalism. Learn clean verbatim techniques, ethical quoting, and workflows to craft an authentic voice on the page.
Napster's Legacy: What the 1999 File-Sharing War Teaches Us About Regulating AI and Social Media
Explore how the rise and fall of 1999's Napster offers critical lessons for modern platform regulation, including AI and social media. Learn why enforcement fails without viable alternatives and how architecture dictates liability.
How 1990s Piracy Destroyed the Album Era and Rewrote A&R Rules
Discover how 1990s piracy, led by Napster, shattered the CD boom, forcing labels to overhaul A&R scouting, abandon album-centric releases, and pivot to single-driven, tour-heavy business models.
The Rise of Photojournalists in Music: Access, Aesthetics, and the New Road Rules
Explore the evolution of music photojournalism, from gaining backstage access to balancing artistic aesthetics with journalistic integrity in the digital age.
Awards in Music Journalism: How Industry Honors Shape Reporting and Careers
Explore how journalism awards shape music reporting standards, careers, and ethics. Learn about key honors like the Pulitzer and IRE prizes, their economic impact, and the challenges of prestige in a changing media landscape.
The Business of Magazines: How Subscriptions, Ads, and Circulation Work
Explore the inner workings of the magazine business, from subscription models and ad revenue to the strategic link between circulation and profitability.