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The Music Industry Has Discovered Another Gold Mine. Somebody Should Tell the Musicians.

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Making a Scene’s weekly review examines music’s growing revenues, AI tools, licensing, live partnerships, venues, and direct-to-fan commerce. It urges independent musicians to focus on ownership, accurate royalty administration, sustainable regional careers, and practical technology. The central message: innovation matters only when it improves artists’ control, income, and long-term business stability.