Blog Posts for Artists

Blog Posts for Artists

How to Get Verified on TikTok in 2026 Step-by-Step Guide for Musicians & Creators

TikTok verification has become one of the strongest trust signals for creators, musicians, influencers, and brands in 2026. The blue verified badge helps confirm authenticity, improve credibility, and build trust with both viewers and the TikTok algorithm. While verification does not guarantee viral growth, it can help legitimate creators stand out and protect their identity from impersonators. In this guide, you’ll learn: * How TikTok verification works * TikTok verification requirements

· 6 min read

TikTok Tips

How to Get More TikTok Views (2026): The New Search + Retention Strategy

Updated: April 17, 2026 Getting views on TikTok in 2026 is no longer about luck—or even just “going viral.” The platform has evolved into a search-driven discovery engine powered by retention, user behavior, and content classification. If you want more views, you need to optimize for two systems at the same time: * The viewer (attention, curiosity, emotion) * The algorithm (indexing, retention, engagement signals) This guide breaks down exactly how TikTok works in 2026—and how to use tha

· 4 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

What is the difference between a Single, an EP, and an Album?

If you’re releasing music today, you’ve probably asked: What actually counts as a single, an EP, or an album? The confusion is real. Between Spotify guidelines, distributor rules, and outdated industry definitions, many artists aren’t sure how their music will be classified. In this guide, we’ll break it down clearly so you can choose the right format for your release and your current stage as an artist. Quick Answer (TLDR) * Single: 1 to 3 tracks, usually focused on one main song * EP (E

· 5 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

How to Get on Apple Music Playlists: A Guide for Independent Artists

Updated for 2026. Having a strategy for getting your songs on Apple Music playlists is a must for any serious artist. With over 108 million subscribers, Apple Music is the 2nd largest streaming platform. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you land a spot on Apple Music playlists and grow your audience. 1. Understand the Types of Playlists Apple Music offers several types of playlists, each with unique benefits for artists: * Editorial Playlists: Curated by Apple Music’s in-house editors

· 4 min read

Music Marketing

How to Get Better Artists in Your Spotify “Fans Also Like” Section

A lot of artists look at their Spotify profile and wonder the same thing: why is there no “Fans Also Like” section yet? Or, just as frustrating, why does Spotify show artists who do not sound anything like them? Maybe you make moody indie pop, but your profile is getting connected to random trap artists because one playlist added you next to them. Maybe you have thousands of streams, but Spotify still has not built enough confidence to show similar artists on your profile. It can feel like the a

· 17 min read

Music Marketing

Spotify Bot Checker: How to Spot Fake Playlists and Streams in 2026

Getting added to a Spotify playlist can feel like a breakthrough. Your streams jump, new listeners appear, and suddenly it looks like your release is gaining traction. But not every spike represents genuine discovery. Bot playlists on Spotify use artificial, manipulated, or otherwise inauthentic listening activity to inflate stream counts. Some questionable promotion services make these playlists look convincing with professional artwork, large follower counts, and familiar artists. At Playlis

· 8 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

How to get your song on YouTube Music Playlists

Updated for 2026: YouTube Music has quietly become one of the most important platforms for music discovery, especially for artists looking to reach listeners outside of traditional streaming apps. With billions of users already on YouTube, playlists on YouTube Music play a major role in how songs get surfaced, saved, and replayed. Getting your song on YouTube Music playlists isn’t about luck or spammy submissions. It’s about understanding how the platform works, how curators discover new music,

· 9 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

YouTube’s Bold Exit from Billboard: What It Means for Music Charts, Artists & Fans

YouTube just made a move that’s shaking up the music industry. As of January 17, 2026, YouTube has officially withdrawn its streaming data from all Billboard U.S. and global charts. This includes the iconic Billboard Hot 100, Billboard 200, and other genre-specific rankings that fans and artists alike have followed for decades. The decision has sparked a major conversation. Is this a rebellion against outdated systems, or is YouTube walking away from accountability in an evolving digital music

· 4 min read

Music Marketing

How to Get Your Music on Spotify (2026 Guide) | Best Music Distributors for Independent Artists

Updated April 2026 — Choosing a distributor is the first step to getting your music on Spotify. We've fully refreshed this guide with 2026 pricing, new distributors, and what's actually changed since we first published it. How Do You Get Your Music on Spotify? To get your music on Spotify, you need to work with a music distributor. They act as the pipeline between your recordings and streaming platforms — Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, TikTok, YouTube Music, and dozens more. Spotify doe

· 7 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

Spotify Is Expanding Song Credits and It Could Help Artists Get Discovered

Behind every song you release is so much more than a finished track. There are late nights, half-finished ideas, voice notes, collaborators sending files back and forth, and moments where a song almost went in a completely different direction. Yet once the music is out in the world, listeners usually only see a title, an artist's name, and a play button. That's starting to change. Spotify is rolling out new features that spotlight the people, stories, and creative connections behind your music.

· 6 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

Music Distribution - Flat Fee vs Royalty Model

Music distribution is a crucial step for artists aiming to get their music heard worldwide, but choosing the right distribution model can be tricky. The two main options are the flat-fee model and the royalty (revenue-share) model, each with its own pros, cons, and ideal use cases, depending on your release strategy, budget, and career goals. What A Music Distributor Actually Does A distributor is your gateway to the world’s biggest streaming platforms. Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Am

· 5 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

How to Upload Music Videos to Spotify (Step-by-Step Guide for Artists)

Spotify recently launched official music videos giving artists a powerful new way to connect with fans while they listen to your music. The feature is currently in beta and expanding across global markets, with Premium users in the U.S. and Canada already seeing “Switch to video” options on select releases. In this guide, you’ll learn how to upload music videos to Spotify, who’s eligible, technical requirements to know, and best practices to get the most out of this feature as an independent a

· 4 min read

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