The 5 red flags that make curators ignore your song
Why most songs get ignored before they’re even played When artists talk about curators, they often imagine rejection happening after a careful listen…
Stop chasing playlists: the new growth model for independent artists
Why playlists stopped being the answer For years, playlists were presented as the ultimate growth lever. Get added, get streams, grow faster. That lo…
How to build your music career without waiting for a label
Why waiting became the biggest career risk For years, the traditional path felt clear: make great music, get noticed, sign with a label, then start b…
What labels actually look for in 2026
Why labels stopped “discovering” artists The biggest myth still circulating in the indie world is that labels are out there actively hunting for raw…
The psychology behind viral hooks: why some tracks explode
Virality isn’t random, even when it looks like it When a track explodes, the story usually sounds the same: right place, right time, pure luck. That…
The 2025 music industry recap: the shifts every indie artist should know
Why 2025 quietly changed the rules At first glance, 2025 didn’t feel revolutionary. No single platform collapsed. No new streaming giant appeared ove…
Why feedback is the most underrated growth tool for artists
Why most artists misunderstand feedback For many artists, feedback feels optional. Something you ask for when you’re unsure, or avoid when you’re con…
How to run a zero-budget marketing plan for your next single
Why zero-budget doesn’t mean zero-strategy Most artists hear “marketing” and immediately think about money: ads, agencies, paid playlists, sponsored…