Music Business

Blog Posts for Artists

The Ultimate Guide To Record Label Contracts

Understanding Record Label Contracts In 2025, it's entirely possible for artists to succeed independently of record labels. However, a record deal can still offer significant support and fuel an artist's development. Conversely, it could hinder growth if the label prioritizes short-term profits over the artist's long-term career. Whether you're a bedroom producer, a buzzing rapper on TikTok, or a band selling out local shows, understanding record label contracts is essential. These contracts d

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Artist Interviews

Finding 'Man From East': Unpacking Identity and Crafting Hits with Jordan Astra

Hometown: Toronto, Canada Currently Based In: Toronto, Canada Favorite Hobby: Boxing, Drawing, Music Production Favorite Artist(s): Pharrell, Anderson Paak, Jungle, Jamiroquai, Nu Genea, SG Lewis Your most recent EP, "Man From East," was highly anticipated. Can you share what inspired the title and the overall theme or message behind this project? Ayee thank you. The album cover photo is a picture of my dad when he was 22 and this photo really kickstarted the whole identity of this project.

· 5 min read

Blog Posts for Artists

AI Music Generators: Revolutionizing or Threatening the Industry?

The music industry has seen countless innovations over the years, but perhaps none as controversial as AI-powered music generators. While these tools promise to democratize music creation, they bring with them a host of concerns that could reshape the industry in ways that might not favor artists, particularly indie artists. Let's dive into the potential impacts of AI generators on the music industry. Oversaturation of DSPs With AI music generators making it easier than ever to make music

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Artist Interviews

Indie Artist F.N. Shares The Importance of Embracing Your Sound & Not Following Trends

Hometown: Toronto, ON Currently Based In: Los Angeles, CA Favorite Hobby: Playing basketball & sim racing Favorite Artist(s): The 1975, Christian Kuria, Omar Apollo Who is F.N.? I make music under the name F.N. but I go by Yifan in my real life. I’m an independent artist that writes, produces, and mixes my own music and I also make all my visuals (sometimes with some help from friends). I try my best to make music that only I could make, and that happens to be mostly inspired by pop, indie

· 4 min read

Artist Interviews

Why Kid Travis Stays Independent and His Tips For Being a Successful Artist

Hometown: Bristol Currently Based In: Philadelphia Favorite Hobby: Playing video games and hanging with friends Favorite Artist(s): Drake, Jon Bellion, & Post Malone Who is Kid Travis? I'm a multi genre artist that cannot be put in a box, but is always working on your next favorite song. Most of my day is spent on making music. The music and I are one. I live breathe and sweat making music in my bedroom/office. It’s the first thing I think about when I wake up and it’s the last thing I th

· 3 min read

Music Business

Austin Native Kydd Jones Shares His Tips For Breaking Into The Music Industry

Hometown: Austin, TX Currently Based: Austin, TX Favorite Artist: Smino Favorite Hobby: Basketball Who is Kydd Jones? I’m a singer-songwriter, producer, emcee, artist, designer, director and creative from Austin, Texas. How much of an influence has the city of Austin been on your music? Well, I was born and raised here so I grew up hearing all kinds of music downtown and in the streets. It taught me to listen to a lot of different stuff and be well-rounded. I’ve also lived in Brooklyn a

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Music Marketing

How To Build A Personalized Curator Network

Finding Spotify curators who want to place your music can be a challenge so when you find one you definitely don't want to let them go. In this article, we'll discuss why favoriting playlists will help you build a personal curator network and set future campaigns up for success. What Are "Favorites" & Why Should You Use Them? After you've run your first Playlist Push Spotify campaign you'll be able to respond to positive reviews in a variety of helpful ways, including thanking a curator or

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NFTs

Why You Should Care About NFTs

Playlist Push is keeping a close eye on the role of NFTs in the music industry...here’s why you should too.

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