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TuneCore Expands Operations in Africa, Names Andile Mbete as Head of TuneCore, Southern Africa

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The leading development partner for self-releasing artists TuneCore, owned by Paris-based Believe, one of the world's leading digital music companies, has named Andile Mbete as Head of TuneCore, Southern Africa. Mbete will report to Faryal Khan-Thompson, Vice President, International, TuneCore.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The leading development partner for self-releasing artists TuneCore, owned by Paris-based Believe, one of the world's leading digital music companies, has named Andile Mbete as Head of TuneCore, Southern Africa.
  • Mbete will report to Faryal Khan-Thompson, Vice President, International, TuneCore.
  • As Head of TuneCore, Southern Africa, Mbete, based in Johannesburg, will focus on managing and building the company's artist roster in the region and supporting local artists through partnership opportunities and marketing initiatives.
  • Believe offers its various solutions through a portfolio of brands including TuneCore, Nuclear Blast, Naïve, Groove Attack and AllPoints.

TuneCore's Self-Releasing Artists Are Making Noise, $3 Billion Worth

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TuneCore, the leading independent development partner for self-releasing artists, has achieved the milestone of $3 billion earned by artists (since the company was founded in 2006), reinforcing its status as the world's highest paying distribution service for self-releasing artists. TuneCore is wholly owned by Believe, one of the world's leading digital music companies.

Key Points: 
  • Self-releasing artists represent the fastest growing segment of the global music market, with all self-releasing artists growing from 1.7% of overall market share in 2015 to 5.3% in 2021 (source: MIDiA Research).
  • The achievement of reaching $3 billion earned by self-releasing artists speaks volumes to the importance of supporting all creators equally.
  • Not all artists aim at becoming superstars, but all top artists need a launchpad to blossom."
  • As a result, artists around the world have opted to embrace careers as self-releasing artists.

TuneCore Promotes Melanie Seddon To Vice President, Brand Marketing

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading independent digital music distributor TuneCore, owned by Paris-based Believe, one of the world's leading digital music companies, has promoted Melanie Seddon to the role of Vice President of Brand Marketing. Seddon's new position was announced today by Andreea Gleeson, Chief Executive Officer, TuneCore.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading independent digital music distributor TuneCore, owned by Paris-based Believe, one of the world's leading digital music companies, has promoted Melanie Seddon to the role of Vice President of Brand Marketing.
  • Seddon will oversee all brand marketing efforts on behalf of TuneCore.
  • Seddon spearheaded the Independent AF marketing campaign, which introduced new artist-first brand messaging and creative energy through merchandise, billboards, and social media initiatives.
  • To TuneCore, Seddon brings more than a decade of experience in retail marketing as Vice President of Brand Marketing at Occasion Brands (overseeing PromGirl.com, KleinfeldBridalParty.com and SimplyDresses.com).

Believe and TuneCore Announce Third Annual BE THE CHANGE: Gender Equality Study

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Monday, November 21, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Believe, one of the world's leading digital music companies and its automated distribution company for self-releasing artists, TuneCore, announced the third installment of their annual BE THE CHANGE: Gender Equality Study. This year, Believe and TuneCore have engaged entertainment data and insights company Luminate to lead the research for the study and expand its scope. That includes an increased focus on global reach, with plans to have the study translated into 13 languages, and an emphasis on intersectionality, approaching issues of gender inequality through an even more diverse lens across gender minorities.

Key Points: 
  • This year, Believe and TuneCore have engaged entertainment data and insights company Luminate to lead the research for the study and expand its scope.
  • That includes an increased focus on global reach, with plans to have the study translated into 13 languages, and an emphasis on intersectionality, approaching issues of gender inequality through an even more diverse lens across gender minorities.
  • Andreea Gleeson, Chief Executive Officer, TuneCore commented, "To enact meaningful change, each of us must make a concerted, continuous effort to learn, educate, and take direct action for gender equality.
  • Believe offers its various solutions through a portfolio of brands including TuneCore, Nuclear Blast, Nave, Groove Attack and AllPoints.

Ministry Announces FINAL Show Of The Year Full Band, Livestream Concert Set For November 20 at 3 PM PT. Tickets On Sale Now Only At HITKOR.com

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ministry has one more surprise planned for fans this year, announcing the act's first-ever livestream to be hosted on streaming platform HITKOR. Featuring the full band and possible special guests, the show will take place November 20 at 3 pm PT and will feature classic hits from the band's 40-year history as well as new tracks from the latest album, Moral Hygiene, out now on Nuclear Blast Records.

Key Points: 
  • Frontman and creator of Ministry Al Jourgensen says, "We never intended for Cleveland with NIN to be our last show this year.
  • Tickets are on sale now and available only at HITKOR.com.
  • ALL ACCESS passes are $19.99 and include the stream plus bonus, behind-the-scenes content prior to the main show, as well as an exclusive interview with Ministry.
  • The band's latest effort, Moral Hygiene, came out October 1, 2021 on Nuclear Blast Records, ahead of upcoming tours planned for 2022.

TuneCore Expands In Southeast Asia as the First Global Digital Music Distribution Service for Self Releasing Artists to Offer Localized Payment Wallets

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Monday, September 26, 2022

BROOKLYN and SINGAPORE, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading independent DIY digital music distributor TuneCore, a division of global digital music company Paris-based Believe, expands its payment methods in Southeast Asia to better serve its growing artist base in the region. The first of its kind global agreement affirms the company's commitment to providing the best user experience for independent artists in the Southeast Asia region where alternative payment options are more popular than credit cards.

Key Points: 
  • TuneCore, whose international presence has more than doubled over the last 18 months has partnered with global financial technology platform Adyen.
  • The company has launched localized payment methods in the following Southeast Asian countries.
  • For TuneCore artists, we not only want to support their artistry but we want to make it easy for them to distribute their music.
  • Believe's a passionate team of digital music experts around the world leverages the Group's global technology platform to advise artists and labels, and distribute and promote their music.

Believe and TuneCore Host Gender Equality Hub, Offering a Series of Specialized Master Classes By Key Industry Partners Available to All Reeperbahn Attendees

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Saturday, September 24, 2022

REEPERBAHN, Germany, Sept. 24, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Believe, one of the leading digital music company, and its leading independent artist-direct digital music distributor TuneCore, have assembled a one day program of master classes, designed to give Reeperbahn Festival attendees access to Keychange's career building programming.

Key Points: 
  • Now in its second year, the Gender Equality Hub will again be hosted at the Hamburger Ding in Reeperbahn.
  • The slate of master classes are part of Reeperbahn Festival's official conference schedule and open to all attendees, with priority given to women and gender minorities.
  • This initiative is perfectly aligned with our CSR strategy, ' Shaping Music for Good ,' and our commitment to creating a more equitable, respectful and inclusive music industry."
  • Among those presenting master classes are YouTube, Apple Music, SoundCloud, TikTok, RecordJet, and Sentric Music.

TuneCore & Groover partner to support independent artists in growing their careers

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

BROOKLYN, N.Y. and PARIS, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading independent DIY digital music distributor TuneCore, owned by global digital music company Believe, has partnered with Groover, an innovative web platform which allows independent artists to connect with music industry tastemakers and professionals who then give their input to the music creators.

Key Points: 
  • Andreea Gleeson, Chief Executive Officer, TuneCore said, "TuneCore is focused on helping indie artists make their music better and become better known.
  • With Groover, we've found a like minded music platform which exists to support artists in the same way, aligning perfectly with TuneCore's priorities."
  • Earlier this year, TuneCore launched its revolutionary new pricing program which allows artists at any stage of their careers to distribute their music.
  • When we think about independent artists and how to help them grow their careers, it's impossible not to think about TuneCore.

TuneCore Underscores Commitment to Innovation with Appointment of Alisha Outridge to Newly Created Position of Chief Technology & Product Officer

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading independent digital music distributor for self-releasing artists and labels TuneCore, a division of global digital music company Paris-based Believe, has appointed Alisha Outridge as the company's first Chief Technology & Product Officer. The move underscores the company's dedication to being one of the most innovative music distribution companies in the industry, utilizing technology to help creators grow their careers amid the rapidly changing landscape of the music industry. The announcement was made today by Andreea Gleeson, Chief Executive Officer, TuneCore.

Key Points: 
  • The announcement was made today by Andreea Gleeson, Chief Executive Officer, TuneCore.
  • Outridge comes to TuneCore with over 15 years leading teams, defining product market fit, building digital experiences from the ground-up and expanding product offerings internationally at start-ups and larger companies.
  • TuneCore has long been a platform that self-releasing artists and labels have relied upon to get their music distributed worldwide and get 100% of what they earned, paid.
  • Outridge joins TuneCore from her position as the Chief Product Officer and Entrepreneur-In-Residence of Two Canoes in New York City.

TuneCore Announces New Unlimited Release Pricing Plans to Fuel Constant Music Creation

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, TuneCore, the leading independent digital music distributor for self-releasing artists, announces the company's biggest change since opening for business 16 years ago—its new Unlimited Release Pricing Plans. The announcement was made by Andreea Gleeson, Chief Executive Officer, TuneCore.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Today, TuneCore, the leading independent digital music distributor for self-releasing artists, announces the company's biggest change since opening for business 16 years agoits new Unlimited Release Pricing Plans.
  • With the launch of TuneCore's Unlimited program, constant music creation is made more accessible for all artists by giving artists the control to release an unlimited number of singles and albums for one flat annual price.
  • What emerged is: artists want to be able to test their new music for free before distributing to all services and they want to release the music they are creating instantly, regularly, and seamlessly with one annual subscription enabling unlimited music distribution.
  • The Rising Artist Plan - $14.99 per year is among the most affordable unlimited distribution plans on the market.