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In which ways has the digitalization changed the A&R profession : A&R in today’s digital industry : A valuable resource
2017
Master's thesis Music Management MU501 - University of Agder 2017 Behind every artist there is a handful of people that work day and night to make sure the artists career keeps going steady forward. In this machine consisting of record labels and managements, there is one profession that works in-between these to make sure everyone is happy. This paper aims to get a deeper understanding of the a&r profession and the importance this person actually has in the music industry. The background for this thesis lies in that a&r is a topic that not so many know too much about, and neither speaks of. In this paper, I will go deeper in to the world of the a&r and their working methods. The foundation…
A levy for the age of the cloud? : Can a broadband levy be the answer to dealing with the increasing amount of unlicensed cultural content online?
2016
Master's thesis in music management MU501 - University of Agder 2016 The background for the thesis is to look into if a broadband levy may be the answer to the increasing challenges of monetizing unlicensed cultural content on the internet, and if such a levy can work in an age where traditional elements, covered by previous levies, moves over to media that is not covered, such as streaming and cloud storage. To do so, I have used the methodological approach of exploratory research, combined with qualitative interviews of four respondents who has great insight of the music industry from different view points. The first two chapters involves an insight into existing challenges and previously…
Classics in the Cloud : A discussion of the problems of classical music and streaming
2017
Master's thesis Music Management MU501 - University of Agder 2017 Streaming services have become the main method of music consumption the last couple of years, and the classical audience have moved to the cloud as well. This paper aims to uncover some of the issues that classical consumers encounter while using streaming services, what the reasons may be that there are problems, and discussing possible solution to benefit either the connoisseur or the novice listener. It brings a topic there is little literature on into the light, and includes the niche genre, and possibly “the world's oldest” genre, into the academic discourse of the music industry today. My own experience with streaming c…
En analyse av norsk, kristen musikkindustri : Basert på økonomirealistisk grunnlag, kulturelle faktorer og Bibelens etiske og moralske grunnlag, kan …
2017
Masteroppgave Music Management MU501 - Universitetet i Agder 2017 Den kristne musikkindustrien i Norge er en mindre del av en større musikkindustri. Når en skal analysere denne industrien, må en trekke inn flere faktorer som kan underbygge industriens funksjon, da den – som andre industrier – har særegne trekk som gir industrien karakter. Økonomi, kultur og Bibelen er tre trekk som vil stå som grunnpilarer for problemstillingen: ”Basert på økonomirealistisk grunnlag, kulturelle faktorer og Bibelens etiske og moralske grunnlag, kan vi snakke om en bærekraftig økonomi innenfor den norske, kristne musikkindustrien anno 2017?” Fra to forskjellige utgangspunkt – et individualistisk og et bransje…
Protection of Intangible Cultural Heritage : A study on the present state of protection of intangible cultural heritage through the work of UNESCO an…
2019
Master's thesis Music Management MU501 - University of Agder 2019 This study seeks to discover the present state of protection given to intangible cultural heritageand traditional knowledge. By looking at the past and present work UNESCO and WIPO, and other related works, the research showcase the process of rising intangible cultural heritage up on the international legislative agenda alongside tangible aspects. Furthermore, the study takesa close look on international legal instruments concerned with both safeguarding and preservation, and with questions concerned with intellectual property. By comparing different legal texts, terminologiesand definitions the research uncoversboth differe…
Impact of Digitization on Media and Media Presence of Debut Bands within Hard Rock and Metal Genres
2018
Master's thesis Music Management MU501 - University of Agder 2018 Since its introduction to the market, digital technology has continuously challenged various industries and their business models, including that of the media industry. Although the media industry was formerly ascribed the role of a gatekeeper and tastemaker for music, in a world in which the digital realm is profoundly related to daily life and new devices, platforms, and forms of media regularly emerge, it is questionable whether media industry channels can continue in the same role. The aim of this study is to understand and evaluate how the current status of media industries is affected by digitization. In particular, the…
Innovative starts-ups and the change of music streaming : A thesis exploring the way music is handled in the modern streaming industry
2019
Master's thesis Music Management MU501 - University of Agder 2019
Crowdfunding Music : A look at crowdfunding as an alternative source of funding for independent creators within the recorded music industry
2017
Master's thesis Music Management MU501 - University of Agder 2017 With larger crowdfunding campaigns getting the media hype for crowdfunding going, crowdfunding is often touted as the future of creative project funding. With examples like Amanda Palmer always being presented, is crowdfunding the future and saviour of funding for recorded music projects? This is what this thesis is trying to answer, to see if crowdfunding is a suitable alternate way of funding projects. The subject is an oftendiscussed one, but a subject that has not seen much academic research. The success of Amanda Palmer can often be put down to her already having fans from previous work with The Dresden Dolls. But that i…
Hvordan påvirker et ønske om låtandeler produsentens kreative valg i studio?
2016
Masteroppgave i Music management MU501 - Universitetet i Agder 2016 Musikkteknologi har endevendt musikkbransjen, fra produksjonsbånd til sluttbruker. Der man tidligere henvendte seg for å kjøpe musikk fra en forhandler, skriver man nå inn kredittkortinformasjon for å få tilgang til hele verdensrepertoaret via. telefonen sin. Hvilken påvirkning har denne revolusjonen hatt på produsentrollen? Moderne produsenter jobber ikke kun på oppdrag fra et plateselskap, men ofte for artister som selv finansierer og eier innspillingen. Disse jobber gjerne sammen på et håndtrykk, uten noen satt avtale om kompensasjon i forkant. Nå som produsenter har fått et større kunstnerisk mandat med et mindre honora…
The Impact of Music Industry : Digital Innovations on Economic Development – A case study of Nigeria
2020
Master's thesis in Music management (MU501) Building on the disruptive innovation theory and Do-It-Yourself concept, the study examines the impact of music industry digital innovationson the Nigerian economy. Based on the analysis of 10 interview participants (artists and music consumers), the study finds that digital innovationshavepositive effects on Nigerian artists and consumers regarding music production, distribution and consumption. Despite the favourable developments, the study also shows there is a negative effect regarding piracy. The research further reveals that digital innovation has a socio-economic impact in Nigeria, but the process of managing the music industry is deficient…