While they haven’t made it public knowledge, SoundCloud has updated its terms of use, allowing the company to train AI through audio users have uploaded. The latest version of SoundCloud’s terms and conditions gives the platform access to user uploads…
If you’re a music lover, you’ve probably come across the term “remastered” when searching for albums or tracks. But what exactly does it mean when music is remastered, and how does it affect the listening experience? In simple terms, a…
Sync licensing (short for “synchronisation licensing”) is one of the most exciting and financially rewarding opportunities for independent artists today. It allows musicians to earn money and gain exposure by having their songs placed in films, TV shows, adverts, video…
As an independent artist, finding quality beats or instrumentals can be one of the biggest creative roadblocks—especially if you’re working on a tight budget. Thankfully, there are plenty of platforms and resources that offer free beats for recording, writing or…
As an independent artist, protecting your music is crucial. Copyright gives you the legal right to control how your original music is used, reproduced, distributed or performed. It ensures you get credit and compensation for your work—and gives you legal…
Writer’s block is real—especially when you’re trying to write something that feels meaningful, honest, or new. Whether you’re staring at a blank notebook or looping the same four chords with nothing to say, a good prompt can break the cycle…
According to IMS Ibiza, the electronic music industry’s worth has risen by 6% year-on-year. From recorded music, to festivals, and merch, it all counts towards the profit. An annual report has been issued by IMS Ibiza, and it shows electronic…
If you have ever looked into high-quality music files, you may have come across FLAC. But what exactly is it, and why do people prefer it over MP3? What does FLAC stand for? FLAC stands for Free Lossless Audio Codec.…
At first glance, design and music might seem like very different creative disciplines—one visual, the other auditory. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll find that both designers and musicians are engaged in solving similar problems: how to evoke emotion,…
From synth-heavy pop throwbacks to ‘90s-style music videos and cassette tape releases, nostalgia has fully taken over the sound and aesthetic of modern music. But why are so many artists and listeners drawn to the past right now? It’s comforting…
