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Rising Country Artist Ashley Walls Shares Key Advice for Indie Musicians
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Sync Licensing: How To Get Your Music in Movies and Commercials
If you're an indie artist, navigating the music industry can feel like exploring uncharted territory. One area that's crucial to understand is sync licensing. This often-overlooked aspect of the music business can be a game-changer for musicians looking to expand their reach and income streams. In
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How to Save Songs from Instagram to Spotify
Instagram recently launched a new feature that allows users to add a song from an Instagram Reels or IG Post directly to their Spotify library with one tap. This is huge news for artists and music lovers. The news comes just weeks after adding the ability to Add a Song
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Artist Interview Campaign Results: LAEL - Can't Lose
Artist: LAEL Song: Can't Lose Budget: $345 Streams to Date: 1,018,538+ Release Date: April 13 Campaign Start Date: April 14 Total Playlist Push Adds: 18 Peak Monthly Listeners: 154,000 Notable Spotify Algorithm Placements Fresh Finds: Pop Fresh Finds: Hiptronix Fresh Finds WATCH: LAEL explains how
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Spotify Wrapped for Artists 2024: Guide to Maximizing Spotify's Biggest Fan Moment
As we approach the end of 2024, the anticipation for Spotify Wrapped is building once again. This annual event has become a global phenomenon, where fans eagerly share their favorite music moments of the year. Spotify Wrapped presents a great opportunity for artists to stand out, connect deeply with fans,
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How to add a song to your Instagram profile: guide for artists and musicians
Instagram’s new feature is huge for artists. You can now feature a song on your IG profile. This means anyone who visits your profile can play a 30-second snippet of your choosing. Similar to optimizing your Spotify Artist Profile, dialing in your IG page is crucial. This is an
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How to Use Spotify Countdown Pages to Boost Your Music Release
If you're an artist gearing up for a big release, you know how important it is to generate some serious excitement before your music drops. That’s where Spotify Countdown Pages come in—a game-changing tool designed to help you rally your fans, build momentum, and ensure your
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Spotify Clips: How To Get Videos on Spotify
Spotify's newest feature, Spotify Clips, offers artists a powerful way to connect with their audience. These short, under-30-second video clips are more than just a quick flash on a screen—they’re a chance to bring your music to life in a new and engaging way. Here'
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SubmitHub vs. Playlist Push
We often get asked what's the difference between SubmitHub and PlaylistPush? The concept is somewhat similar, but the process and user experience are completely different. Here is a brief overview of everything you need to know before using PlaylistPush or SubmitHub. Curator Vetting Process To sign up for
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Juliana Hale: Turning Adversity into Artistic Brilliance
Hometown: Laguna Beach, CA Currently Based In: Nashville and Tampa Favorite Hobby: Yoga and painting Favorite Artist(s): Hozier, Halsey, Mac Miller, Silk Sonic, Dua Lipa Juliana Hale is a multi-talented Pop Artist, Singer-Songwriter, Musician, and Actress who is captivating audiences with her unique blend of vintage 60s vibes and
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How To Pre-Save on Spotify
Independent musicians are always looking for new ways to keep their audience engaged. Spotify pre saves continue to be a great way for artists to do this. While there hasn’t been an option for listeners to pre-save releases directly through the Spotify app (until recently!), Third-party apps and distributors
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How to write a song: songwriting tips & process from top artists
When it comes to crafting hit songs, some advice from those who have already made it to the top can be invaluable. In this post, we'll share videos from 8 world-famous artists, each with their unique tips on songwriting. These artists have all figured out how to get
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What is the difference between a Single, an EP, and an Album?
For artists and producers, releasing music is essential to reaching their audience and growing their careers. However, deciding how to release that music can sometimes be confusing, especially with terms like "Single," "EP," and "Album" being thrown around. Understanding the differences between these types
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How to Get More Spotify Streams: Guide to Organic Growth
As an independent artist, getting more Spotify streams is the most effective way to grow your audience and propel your music career. How do you get more Spotify streams organically and safely? In this guide we’ll give you actionable strategies that reliably feed the Spotify algorithm and will get
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How to Get Verified on Spotify: A Step-by-Step Guide
Musicians need every advantage to stand out in a crowded market. One advantage is getting verified on Spotify. With over 600 million active users, including 230 million premium subscribers, Spotify is a key platform for artists seeking increased visibility and credibility. Getting that coveted Spotify blue tick next to your
How to Promote Your Music Online
Releasing music online can be a nerve wracking task for some. While it has become very easy with little cost to upload music, this has led to a surge of new uploads - most of which lack any artistry or real effort. Once upon a time pre 2014 if you