Zuck: Facebook needs government oversight
April 2nd, 2019 | by Amber Healy
It wasn’t an April Fool’s joke: Mark Zuckerberg claims to want more government oversight and regulation of platforms like Facebook.
Browsing the "Social Media" Tag
Random music news for Friday, March 15, 2019
March 15th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Ides of March, etc. Here’s what you need to know about music news for March 15, 2019. Newstrike, the Canadian
The Pet Shop Boys take on social media addiction with a new single
February 14th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Last week, the Pet Shop Boys dropped a single that poked fun at politicians and activists that seem hell-bent on
Random music news for Saturday, December 29, 2018
December 29th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
That damn “Can you feel it?” jingle from the Amazon commercial keeps going through my head. And now it’s going
Random music news for Thursday, December 13, 2018
December 13th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
One day, we’ll turn on the news and hear nothing about Brexit. One day… Meanwhile, this is music news for
Here’s how social media drives music (and vice-versa)
August 9th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
A new study by a company called MusicWatch has resulted in this infographic that shows the relationship between music and
Random music news for Wednesday, May 9, 2019
May 9th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
The First Annual Toronto Vinyl Summit is TONIGHT! You’re coming, right? And in other music news for May 9, 2018…
Random music news for Wednesday, April 18, 2018
April 18th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
I did not know this about April 18, 2018. Let’s move on to the music news for the day. Alexa
Random Music News for Tuesday, February 20, 2018
February 20th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Fifteen years ago today, one of the worst concert tragedies in history happened with a pyro display during a Great
Random Music News for Monday, December 18, 2017
December 18th, 2017 | by Alan Cross
Back in the home office after two weeks in the Far East. Better get started on my Xmas shopping, huh?
Are You a Musician Looking to Collaborate with Someone? Try Treble.Fm
August 4th, 2017 | by Alan Cross
Treble.fm is a new app that connects musicians looking to work with like minded-artists. Build your profile, then search for
Random Music News for Saturday, July 8, 2017
July 8th, 2017 | by Alan Cross
Seventy years ago, something crashed at Roswell, New Mexico. Probably a stupid grey. And now, the music news for July
Net Neutrality Day of Action July 12
June 27th, 2017 | by Amber Healy
The US Federal Communications Commission is accepting public comments on its proposed changes to net neutrality regulations until mid-August. That’s
Younger Than Millennials – How Does Gen Z Feel About The Internet? Hint: They Need YouTube
May 26th, 2017 | by Mathew Kahansky
Here’s something to make you think. Earlier this week, Adweek magazine published an article about the uprising of Generation Z.
RecMob: A Social Video Community by Raine Maida
May 2nd, 2017 | by Nerhys
If you feel fed up by the seemingly fake offerings on social media, Raine Maida has created the perfect video
Social Video App Musical.ly Adds Apple Music Integration
May 1st, 2017 | by Mathew Kahansky
Social networks are a dime a dozen, but amidst the ones that come and go there are a few that
Music Found a Home on Instagram in 2016
December 5th, 2016 | by Nerhys
With MySpace a thing of the past, newer and longer-lasting social media platforms have been trying to become the go-to
Musical.ly: Why It’s So Popular with Teens and Tweens
August 15th, 2016 | by Nerhys
It seems like almost every day there’s a new app that all the cool kids — or just kids in
How Are Classic Alternative Bands Doing in the Age of Social Media?
August 3rd, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Cameron Gordon has a new infographic at Completely Ignored where he looks at the social media situation for classic alt-rock
Cymbal Releases 2.0 Version and New Android App
July 2nd, 2016 | by Nerhys
Cymbal, a relatively new but increasingly influential music community, has just released a new 2.0 version along with a new
Record Labels and Buying Social Media Influence from Young Music Fans
March 1st, 2016 | by Alan Cross
One of the main advantages of being signed to a record label is its ability to promote your music. How?
Why Music People and Broadcasters Need to Get into Periscope and Meerkat NOW
December 14th, 2015 | by Alan Cross
If you’re familiar with Periscope and Meerkat, you’ll know that these apps can turn anyone into an instant Internet broadcaster.
12
EntertainmentTO
EntertainmentTO is the best way to expand your knowledge and network within Toronto’s Entertainment Tech community. Our mission is to inspire and empower those interested in shaping the future of Entertainment, including music, video, sports, and gaming.
EntertainmentTO is led by Alan Cross, best known nationally and internationally as host of the syndicated radio series The Ongoing History of New Music, The Edge, Q107, and more.
Join us as we bridge the gap between technology, innovation, and entertainment.
