Category Music making

Spotify’s new policies aim to boost earnings for artists

Spotify's new policies aim to boost earnings for artists

Spotify has announced changes to its policy. These updates will help artists of all levels, which is pleasing to hear as many of our users are independent artists. Spotify, the big music streaming company, recently announced some changes to its…

Origins and evolution – tracing the birth of music festivals

Origins and evolution - tracing the birth of music festivals

Music festivals are a creative outlet that everyone can enjoy. They’ve developed over time, and now, there are music festivals for every genre imaginable. In today’s world, music festivals are an unforgettable experience. From the huge grounds of Coachella to…

Where did EDM (Electronic Dance Music) come from?

Where did EDM (Electronic Dance Music) come from

EDM stands for Electronic Dance Music. It is simply beats and melodies mixed together to create a great tune. It’s something that gets people to the dance floor. EDM really has evolved over time. Electronic Dance Music (EDM) has become…

The journey of music – from CDs to streaming platforms

The journey of music - from CDs to streaming platforms

From vinyl records, to CDs where you could skip tracks. Now, we’re in a world where you can listen to any song you want within seconds. Music distribution certainly has come a long way. In the not-so-distant past, if you…

Behind the scenes – how music distribution platforms work

Behind the scenes - how music distribution platforms work

Music artists can’t distribute their tracks globally without using a distributor. These are the people who get your music on the well known streaming platforms. But, how does the process work? In today’s digital age, the landscape of music distribution…

The rise of NFTs in the music industry – what you need to know

The rise of NFTs in the music industry - what you need to know

NFT stands for Non-Fungible Token. They’re unique cryptographic tokens that exist on a blockchain. They cannot be replicated. With NFTs continuing to grow in popularity, should musicians start considering them? In recent years, you may have heard about Non-Fungible Tokens…

What are exclusive samples within the music industry?

What are exclusive samples within the music industry

Exclusive samples are parts of a track. Small parts but important ones nonetheless. For example, a drum pattern, or guitar piece. Exclusive samples are like secret ingredients in a chef’s kitchen or rare gems in a treasure chest for musicians.…

Splice reveals new mobile app which is powered by AI

Splice reveals new mobile app which is powered by AI

A brand-new mobile app from Splice. The app will allow you to create music easily while on the go. This is after securing $55 million from funding. Splice, a key player in DIY music creation, has made waves since its…

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