Play MPE is the world leader in music promotion distribution platforms, but we are still constantly updating and improving our system to make things run even more smoothly. We want to create the best possible outcomes for anyone using Caster – artists, record labels and promoters alike. So we gathered up our freshest batch of […]
It’s a question every band needs to answer once they get out of the garage and into the spotlight. Do you really need a manager? Is there a reason why someone outside of the group needs to be included in decisions that affect you? If so, how do you find someone who can help? […]
Ken Phillips is a Los Angeles based publicist who has been working in the industry since the 90s. He not only works with musicians, but also actors like Margaret Cho and reality show personality/comedian Bob the Drag Queen. A veteran at music PR, Ken talks to Play MPE about his career, managing expectations and when […]
As a global company, Play MPE aims to bring artists and tastemakers together across borders. We have been expanding into the Latin Music market and are pleased to offer this article, the first of what will hopefully become many(!) bilingual blog installments related to the Latin market. When you do a web search for “Latin […]
A lot of ink has been spilt on the topic of how badly fans and musicians want to get back to the sweaty, life-affirming nights of losing themselves in live music. When it comes to the who, what, when and how of mounting live performances again, there are as many uncertainties as there are opinions […]
I have a secret. Shhhhh… Along with writing blogs for Play MPE, I have a side hustle – or is Play MPE my side hustle? Regardless, I have one, and it might surprise you. I host a weekly show on SiriusXM’s VOLUME channel. It’s called WHOOOSH!, and a new episode airs every Wednesday at 9pm, […]
Just like podcasts (or anything online) if you have an interest you can find a blog that covers it in detail. Unlike a podcast, by giving it a quick scan you can pretty much nail down whether it is, in your opinion, worth a read, or not. Also, unlike videos or podcasts, blogs tend to […]
With so many of us spending a lot more time at home looking and listening for new ways to pass the hours, there’s never been a better opportunity to seek out fresh sounds. Hey, why not go on a musical exploration, or broaden our horizons with industry insights? Are you looking for particular information, […]
Si de algo me he dado cuenta en tras mis viajes a México es lo rico que es su historia y diversidad musical. Ya no sólo los aportes nacionales más tradicionales, sino cómo ha sabido incorporar valiosísimas influencias que han enriquecido su evolución. Una evolución marcada por una constante tensión entre generar productos culturales […]
