The Rising Value of Song Catalogs: Queen Sets RecordWhile consumers and fans of music know what songs they love, it turns out that big business really loves songs too. Especially song catalogs, which are bundles of songs that an artist created that include rights to exploit them. "Exploit them" means not only deriving the revenue from them when people buy a physical copy, download, or stream of a song, but also revenue from uses of a song in film or television, commercials, video games, and more. In fact, song catalogs have grown from ...
Live Aid Turns 40: Revisiting the Day Rock & Pop Tried to Save the WorldCan you believe it’s been 40 years since Live Aid? On July 13, 1985, the world witnessed a global jukebox like no other. Broadcast to nearly two billion people across 150 countries, this monumental charity concert didn’t just change music history — it tried to change the world. Now, four decades later, we’re still recalling with awe Queen’s electrifying set and marveling at how rock stars briefly became superheroes. The Day The World Tuned In Back in the mid-80s, famine ravaged Ethiopia. BBC...
This Week In Music History Aug 11-24The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! AUG 19: Happy birthday to John Deacon! Born August 19, 1951, in Leicester, England, Deacon is best known as the quiet yet essential bassist for the legendary rock band Queen. Joining the group in 1971, he completed the classic lineup alongside Freddie Mercury, Brian May, and Roger Taylor. Though often reserved on stage and in interviews, Deacon’s musical contributions w...
11 Of The Most Valuable Records Ever Sold (And the Stories Behind Them)Vinyl records aren’t just for audiophiles anymore—they’re serious business for collectors, investors, and music historians. Some records, because of their extreme rarity, cultural significance, or unique backstories, have fetched jaw-dropping prices at auctions and private sales. Here are eleven of the most valuable records ever sold, each with a fascinating story to match its price tag (these are in no particular order): The Beatles The Beatles (The White Album) No. 0000001 💰 Sold for: $790,...
This Week In Music History Apr 21-May 4The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! APR 21: Happy birthday to Robert Smith! The iconic frontman, guitarist, and primary songwriter of the British band The Cure was born on April 21, 1959, in Blackpool, England. Smith is known for his distinctive look—wild hair, smudged red lipstick, and pale complexion—which became emblematic of the gothic rock movement. He formed The Cure in 1976, and the band rose to pr...
This Week In Music History May 19-Jun 1The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! MAY 26: Happy birthday Stevie Nicks! The singer-songwriter renowned for her work with Fleetwood Mac and her solo career was born Stephanie Nicks on May 26, 1948, in Phoenix, Arizona. She discovered music and poetry early in life. In 1971, she formed Buckingham Nicks with Lindsey Buckingham. Although their 1973 album failed commercially, Mick Fleetwood recruited both for...
This Week In Music History Jun 2-15The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUN 9: Sadly, today Sly Stone passed away at age 82. Sly Stone, born Sylvester Stewart on March 15, 1943, was a pioneering American musician, songwriter, and producer best known as the frontman of Sly and the Family Stone. Blending funk, soul, rock, and psychedelia, Stone helped revolutionize popular music in the late 1960s and early 1970s. His band was groundbreaking no...
This Week In Music History May 5-18The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! MAY 9: Happy birthday to Dave Gahan! The English singer is best known as the lead vocalist of the pioneering electronic band Depeche Mode. Born on May 9, 1962, in Epping, Essex, Gahan joined Depeche Mode in 1980, helping shape the band's signature dark, synth-driven sound alongside founding members Martin Gore and Andy Fletcher. His distinctive baritone voice, chari...
Happy 85th Birthday, Ringo: Celebrating a Lifetime of Rhythm, Joy, and PeaceThis past week, on July 7, 2025, the world celebrated a remarkable milestone: the 85th birthday of Ringo Starr. Known across generations as the cheerful, ever-steady drummer of The Beatles, Ringo’s life and career stretch far beyond his Fab Four fame. His journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and an unyielding commitment to spreading peace and love. Early Life: A Hard Road to Stardom Born Richard Starkey in the working-class Dingle neighborhood of Liverpool in 1940, Ringo’s early ...
The Resurgence Of CassettesIn an era dominated by streaming platforms and digital convenience, one might assume that physical music formats have faded into obscurity. While an obvious exception is vinyl, which is certainly enjoying renewed popularity, another unexpected revival has taken root: the resurgence of cassette tapes. Once relegated to thrift shops and dusty basements, cassettes are now experiencing a renaissance, fueled by nostalgia, collectability, and a desire for tangible connections to music. This resurge...
This Week In Music History Mar 24-Apr 6The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! MAR 25: Happy birthday to Elton John! The legendary British singer, songwriter, and pianist is known for his flamboyant style and timeless music. Born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on March 25, 1947, in Pinner, England, he developed a passion for music at an early age and later adopted the stage name "Elton John." His breakthrough came in the early 1970s with hits lik...
This Week In Music History Apr 7-20The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! APR 7: Sadly it was reported today that Clem Burke of Blondie passed away on April 6. Drummer Clem Burke was best known for his work with the iconic rock band Blondie. Born on November 24, 1954, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Burke grew up in suburban New York and was heavily influenced by the British Invasion bands of the 1960s, particularly The Beatles and The Rolling Stones...
The Rising Value of Song Catalogs: Queen Sets Record
While consumers and fans of music know what songs they love, it turns out that big business really loves songs too. Especially song catalogs, which are bundles of songs that an artist created that include rights to exploit them. "Exploit them" means not only deriving the revenue from them when people buy a physical copy, download, or stream of a song, but also revenue from uses of a song in film or television, commercials, video games, and more. In fact, song catalogs have grown from ...
Live Aid Turns 40: Revisiting the Day Rock & Pop Tried to Save the World
Can you believe it’s been 40 years since Live Aid? On July 13, 1985, the world witnessed a global jukebox like no other. Broadcast to nearly two billion people across 150 countries, this monumental charity concert didn’t just change music history — it tried to change the world. Now, four decades later, we’re still recalling with awe Queen’s electrifying set and marveling at how rock stars briefly became superheroes. The Day The World Tuned In Back in the mid-80s, famine ravaged Ethiopia. BBC...
This Week In Music History Aug 11-24
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! AUG 19: Happy birthday to John Deacon! Born August 19, 1951, in Leicester, England, Deacon is best known as the quiet yet essential bassist for the legendary rock band Queen. Joining the group in 1971, he completed the classic lineup alongside Freddie Mercury, Brian May, and Roger Taylor. Though often reserved on stage and in interviews, Deacon’s musical contributions w...
11 Of The Most Valuable Records Ever Sold (And the Stories Behind Them)
Vinyl records aren’t just for audiophiles anymore—they’re serious business for collectors, investors, and music historians. Some records, because of their extreme rarity, cultural significance, or unique backstories, have fetched jaw-dropping prices at auctions and private sales. Here are eleven of the most valuable records ever sold, each with a fascinating story to match its price tag (these are in no particular order): The Beatles The Beatles (The White Album) No. 0000001 💰 Sold for: $790,...
This Week In Music History Apr 21-May 4
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! APR 21: Happy birthday to Robert Smith! The iconic frontman, guitarist, and primary songwriter of the British band The Cure was born on April 21, 1959, in Blackpool, England. Smith is known for his distinctive look—wild hair, smudged red lipstick, and pale complexion—which became emblematic of the gothic rock movement. He formed The Cure in 1976, and the band rose to pr...
This Week In Music History May 19-Jun 1
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! MAY 26: Happy birthday Stevie Nicks! The singer-songwriter renowned for her work with Fleetwood Mac and her solo career was born Stephanie Nicks on May 26, 1948, in Phoenix, Arizona. She discovered music and poetry early in life. In 1971, she formed Buckingham Nicks with Lindsey Buckingham. Although their 1973 album failed commercially, Mick Fleetwood recruited both for...
This Week In Music History Jun 2-15
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUN 9: Sadly, today Sly Stone passed away at age 82. Sly Stone, born Sylvester Stewart on March 15, 1943, was a pioneering American musician, songwriter, and producer best known as the frontman of Sly and the Family Stone. Blending funk, soul, rock, and psychedelia, Stone helped revolutionize popular music in the late 1960s and early 1970s. His band was groundbreaking no...
This Week In Music History May 5-18
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! MAY 9: Happy birthday to Dave Gahan! The English singer is best known as the lead vocalist of the pioneering electronic band Depeche Mode. Born on May 9, 1962, in Epping, Essex, Gahan joined Depeche Mode in 1980, helping shape the band's signature dark, synth-driven sound alongside founding members Martin Gore and Andy Fletcher. His distinctive baritone voice, chari...
Happy 85th Birthday, Ringo: Celebrating a Lifetime of Rhythm, Joy, and Peace
This past week, on July 7, 2025, the world celebrated a remarkable milestone: the 85th birthday of Ringo Starr. Known across generations as the cheerful, ever-steady drummer of The Beatles, Ringo’s life and career stretch far beyond his Fab Four fame. His journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and an unyielding commitment to spreading peace and love. Early Life: A Hard Road to Stardom Born Richard Starkey in the working-class Dingle neighborhood of Liverpool in 1940, Ringo’s early ...
The Resurgence Of Cassettes
In an era dominated by streaming platforms and digital convenience, one might assume that physical music formats have faded into obscurity. While an obvious exception is vinyl, which is certainly enjoying renewed popularity, another unexpected revival has taken root: the resurgence of cassette tapes. Once relegated to thrift shops and dusty basements, cassettes are now experiencing a renaissance, fueled by nostalgia, collectability, and a desire for tangible connections to music. This resurge...
This Week In Music History Mar 24-Apr 6
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! MAR 25: Happy birthday to Elton John! The legendary British singer, songwriter, and pianist is known for his flamboyant style and timeless music. Born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on March 25, 1947, in Pinner, England, he developed a passion for music at an early age and later adopted the stage name "Elton John." His breakthrough came in the early 1970s with hits lik...
This Week In Music History Apr 7-20
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! APR 7: Sadly it was reported today that Clem Burke of Blondie passed away on April 6. Drummer Clem Burke was best known for his work with the iconic rock band Blondie. Born on November 24, 1954, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Burke grew up in suburban New York and was heavily influenced by the British Invasion bands of the 1960s, particularly The Beatles and The Rolling Stones...
