Artists build audiences on platforms they do not control. A social network can reduce reach. A streaming service can change recommendations. A creator platform can close. A marketplace can remove a feature your business relies…
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You no longer need to wait for a record label to begin building a music career. Independent artists can record music, distribute releases, reach listeners and develop direct relationships with fans using tools available online.…
You pay for Spotify, Apple Music or another streaming service. Does that mean you can connect your phone to the speakers in a café, shop or gym and play music for customers all day? Not…
When a music company buys an artist’s back catalogue or an old song suddenly returns to the charts, what exactly does “back catalogue” mean? An artist’s back catalogue is the collection of music they released…
Music catalogue sales regularly generate enormous headlines. An artist sells the rights to decades of songs. A music company or investment fund pays hundreds of millions. The artist’s greatest hits apparently have a new owner.…
You have probably seen phrases such as “newly remastered”, “2026 remaster” or “remixed from the original tapes” attached to albums. But what do mixing and mastering actually do? Both processes help transform recorded performances into…
YouTube is more than a place to upload music videos. Artists can earn money when fans stream their official releases, watch videos on their channels, use their songs in other content, purchase merchandise or directly…
A&R stands for Artists and Repertoire. It is the part of a record label or music company traditionally responsible for finding artists, signing talent and helping develop the music those artists release. An A&R representative…
Building a music career can take time. Even talented artists with growing audiences may experience unpredictable income between releases, royalty payments and live shows. The right side hustle can provide financial stability without pulling you…
Are you wondering, “How can I promote my music in China?” China offers an enormous opportunity for independent artists, but reaching Chinese listeners requires a different strategy from promoting music in the UK, Europe or…
