If you’ve ever tried to release your own music, you’ve probably realized that distribution is one of the most important and confusing steps of the entire process. Before your tracks can appear on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, or TikTok, they need to go through a music distributor.

If you’re an artist looking to get your music heard on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, or other DSPs (digital streaming platforms), understanding music genre metadata is absolutely essential. The genre you pick does more than label your song, it’s a clue to algorithms, playlist curators, and listeners about

In today’s digital landscape, it’s easy to assume that social media is the ultimate way to reach your audience. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube seem to dominate the conversation, and their algorithms often dictate what content gets seen and by whom. But here’s the truth: relying

If you’ve spent years driving from one small venue to another, playing your heart out to half-filled rooms, you’ve probably had the same thought as countless independent artists: “There has to be a better way. If only we could open for a big artist, we’d play in

In 2025, Spotify rolled out one of its most significant policy updates yet: a set of clear, forward-looking rules on how artificial intelligence can be used in music creation and distribution. The move comes as AI-generated songs, cloned voices, and algorithmic compositions are rapidly reshaping the way music is made,

Releasing a single in 2025 is about more than just uploading your track to Spotify or Apple Music. Behind every song that reaches your listeners, there’s a whole process  from production and mastering to distribution, artwork, and promotion. Each step has its cost, and understanding where your money goes

Have you ever had a musical idea pop into your head, a melody, a beat, a bassline, but no instruments or studio nearby to record it? You hum into your phone, hoping you’ll remember it later. Well, what if you could take that quick voice note and turn it

If you’re an independent artist ready to share your music with the world, choosing the right digital distribution model can feel like a big decision. Should you go for a pay-per-release system, where you pay once for each single, EP, or album you upload? Or is it smarter to

Every October Amsterdam becomes a global dance-music hub as the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) transforms the city into thousands of simultaneous parties, showcases and conferences. ADE 2025 runs across dozens of neighborhoods and hundreds of venues, meaning your ideal night might be a church-turned-concert-hall, a subterranean techno bunker, or a

Social media has completely transformed the music industry. What started as a way for artists to share their work and connect with fans has evolved into a powerful ecosystem where creativity meets monetization. For musicians, whether independent or signed to a label, platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitch

Writing a song that truly resonates with listeners is both an art and a craft. It’s not just about catchy melodies or clever lyrics, it’s about connecting emotionally with your audience while expressing your own voice and ideas. Whether you are an aspiring musician, a lyricist, or simply

Getting your music onto an editorial playlist on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, or Amazon Music can be a real game-changer for your career. For independent artists, playlists aren’t just a way to reach new listeners, they’re often a critical stepping stone for building a fanbase, attracting media attention,

For years, Spotify has been the go-to platform for millions of listeners who want quick access to almost every song imaginable. However, when it came to sound quality, Spotify often fell short compared to competitors like Apple Music, Tidal, or Qobuz, which already offered lossless audio and even high-resolution streaming.

If you’re an independent musician or a rising artist, you’ve probably heard the advice over and over: “You need PR.” And while that statement is true, what it really means is that public relations can play a huge role in shaping your career. The right PR firm can

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way music is created, modified, and distributed. While this technology opens up incredible opportunities for artists and producers, it also raises significant challenges for protecting creative works. AI can replicate, remix, or generate content that closely mimics

Running a record label isn’t just about releasing music, it’s about building a brand, telling stories, and connecting with fans on a consistent basis. Between signing new artists, handling distribution, managing contracts, and taking care of day-to-day operations, it’s easy for content creation to slip to the

For any musician dreaming of building a long-lasting career, few topics are as important, and sometimes as misunderstood, as owning your masters. If you’ve ever wondered why established artists like Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and Prince have fought so hard to control their masters, you’re not alone. The