SoundCloud has a new hire who will keep a focus on the company’s grassroots ethos. Josh Nicoll has been named head of independent label services. Most recently, he held a post at independent label and distributor [PIAS]. Continue Reading
SoundCloud shared two developments this week. First, it has a notable new hire, with Anthony Gabriele joining from Apple. Second, it is adding to its playlist programming and community pages. Continue Reading
SoundCloud and Targetspot have entered a new deal centered on Europe. The parties have secured an exclusive advertising partnership for France, Germany, and the Netherlands, expanding on their existing arrangements in those markets. Continue Reading
SoundCloud has landed a new deal for international ad sales. The audio company has partnered with Southern Cross Austereo for an exclusive advertising deal in Australia. Under the terms of their arrangement, SCA will be the only seller of SoundCloud’s inventory for that country. Continue Reading
SoundCloud is broadening its relationship with DAX, Global’s digital audio advertising arm. The parties are expanding their existing exclusive sales agreement to include Canada as a second market. Continue Reading
SoundCloud has been moving to match the feature sets offered by other streaming services. The latest act is the launch of a student subscription tier. SoundCloud announced in a blog post that students can take advantage of a 50% discount to its SoundCloud Go+ tier. Continue Reading
SoundCloud has introduced a distribution tool. SoundCloud Premier distribution allows creators to have their uploads sent to other music and digital services, opening up new audiences and new revenue streams for the performers. Continue Reading
Brief news items and worthy reads from around the web: SoundCloud at the Grammys. Apple Music’s Grammy deal. Smart speakers’ language options. Singing in tongues. Continue Reading
SoundCloud’s 2017 financial results included global revenue of €90.7 million ($102 million), up 80% from its 2016 total of €50.3 million. Subscription revenue nearly doubled to €72.6 million. Continue Reading
One of SoundCloud’s co-founders is leaving the audio company’s day-to-day operations. Eric Wahlforss announced that he is exiting his role as chief product officer in favor of an advisory role beginning March 1. Continue Reading
SoundCloud has hired Lisa Ellis as its new global head of music and artist relations. She will head up the artist and label services team for the audio company, and will help artists, managers, and labels to grow on the platform. Continue Reading
SoundCloud announced a new integration with Instagram. The latest update allows users to share music from the SoundCloud library directly to their Instagram Stories. The deal is the latest in what has been a very busy fall season for the digital audio provider. Continue Reading