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A Step-by-Step Guide to Claiming Your Pandora AMP Account

In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, artists and marketers are constantly seeking innovative ways to reach and engage their audience. Pandora AMP (Artist Marketing Platform) is a powerful…

Getting Your Lyrics Published with MusixMatch

Musixmatch is one of the world’s largest lyrics platforms, providing synchronized lyrics to millions of music tracks. Getting your lyrics on Musixmatch not only helps reach a global audience but…

Why #NewMusicFriday?

In the fast-paced world of music, timing can be everything. For artists, labels, and marketers, choosing the best day to release new music can greatly impact its success. Many factors…

What is Spotify’s Release Radar?

Music Discovery is a term that’s thrown around a lot. How are people finding new music? Whether it’s an artist they have followed for years or a new artist, it…

The Difference A Playlist Makes on Streaming

Every week, we field endless questions about playlists. How do you get on a playlist? How do you get on a bigger playlist? How do you get on more playlists?…

Selecting a Focus Track

The music industry has changed drastically since the introduction of the first digital service provider in 1999. Many aspects of the industry have evolved to keep up with the advances…

The Dos & Don’ts of Cover Art

While it’s true that you shouldn’t judge a book by it’s cover, the truth is, we all do. Cover art is typically the first interaction people will have with your…

How to Define Your Target Audience

Your audience isn’t just a passive group of listeners; they’re your supporters, advocates, and customers. Defining your target audience allows you to tailor your music, branding, and promotional efforts to…

5 Ways to Resonate with Your Audience with an Effective CTA

Everyone is competing for the fleeting attention of digital consumers. For this reason, a Call-to-Action (CTA) is an important part of the communication that occurs between you and your listeners.…

The Six Exclusive Rights of a Songwriter

Creative expression is one of humanity’s greatest gifts. It offers a channel for thoughts and emotions when words fall short. In music, literature, art, and photography, individuals find solace, understanding,…

What is the Music Modernization Act? How Does it Affect the Music Industry?

The Music Modernization Act is a significant piece of legislation aimed at modernizing copyright law in the digital age. This act addresses several key issues that have emerged over the…

Alphabet Soup: ISRCs & UPCs

Over 100,000 new tracks are produced every day. The importance of proper metadata for song identification cannot be overstated. When tracking the success of your music, a small typo can…