Ximalaya, is an audio platform offering podcasts, audiobooks, and music. It’s being bought out by music company Tecent Music. Tecent Music is China’s biggest music platform. They’re looking to expand by buying rivals, Ximalaya for USD $2.4 billion between both…
If you’re an independent artist planning to release your version of a well-known track, you might be asking: can I distribute cover songs legally through a distributor? The answer is yes—but there are important legal steps to follow to avoid…
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…
Spotify streams can help you see what is popular and where your marketing has paid off. However, not all streams are always genuine, so be careful. If you’re an independent artist trying to grow your career, you’ve probably obsessed over…
After being on Google’s Play Store for 7 years, YouTube Music has just hit 5 billion downloads. In its very early days, there was a lot of controversy over the platform. When YouTube Music was first introduced in 2019, there…
Back in 2014 the music industry wasn’t as strong as it is now. Originally, Spotify were only able to contribute $1 billion, but as of 2024, this has risen to $10 billion. In 2014 the entire music industry hit a…
Instagram is no longer just a platform for sharing photos; it’s now a powerful tool for creators to sell their work directly to fans. With Instagram shopping features, musicians can showcase their tracks, albums, and merchandise seamlessly within the app.…
So many streaming platforms, should you use them all? There could be no harm in doing so. However, can you successfully market each store independently? In the ever-evolving digital music landscape, independent artists have more opportunities than ever to share…
The way we listen to music has undergone a radical transformation over the past decade, largely due to the rise of streaming platforms. Services like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Tidal have reshaped the music industry. Revolutionising not just how…
Not only is it against streaming platforms rules, but it’s also cheating… If you haven’t earned the streams yourself, what’s the point? In the competitive world of music, the idea of paying for streams might seem like a shortcut to…
