Streaming & Digital
Arca Premieres New Music from ‘XXXXX’ on Livestream
The ambitious set saw the experimental Venezuelan artist perform in an abandoned factory in Barcelona
9 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Charli XCX, the Strokes, Tyla, and More
Stream new releases from Charli XCX, the Strokes, and Tyla
Watch Arca premiere new music from ‘XXXXX’ on Daniel Sannwald-directed livestream
The ambitious set saw the experimental Venezuelan artist perform in an abandoned factory in Barcelona
9 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Charli XCX, the Strokes, Tyla, and More
Stream new releases from Charli XCX, the Strokes, and Tyla
Patreon lays off 20% of staff despite ‘healthy and strong’ business
Membership platform Patreon is shedding 20% of its workforce in a new round of layoffs. 93 people will be losing their jobs as part of the cuts, which were confirmed by CEO Jack Conte in a blog post.
Qobuz redesigns its audio player and adds real-time lyrics
Music-streaming service Qobuz recently announced that it had 1.2 million monthly active users, with its revenues having grown by 45.7% in 2025. Now it has rolled out a redesign and some new features.
Sienna Spiro's Ascending Digital Presence Signals Emerging Momentum in Electronic Music
Sienna Spiro is demonstrating a notable increase in digital engagement, marked by a 1% growth in Spotify followers, reaching a current total of 1,333,099. This metric may suggest an emerging artist surge within the electronic music landscape.
Tracking the Momentum: STELLA LEFTY's Growth in Future Bass
An emerging pattern within the Future Bass landscape indicates a notable artist surge, particularly evidenced by STELLA LEFTY. Recent data reveals a 2% increase in STELLA LEFTY's Spotify followers, signifying a period of expanding audience engagement and growing influence within the genre.
KITSCHKRIEG's Momentum: A Microcosm of Shifting Electronic Attention
KITSCHKRIEG is currently experiencing a notable increase in engagement metrics, with a 1% growth in Spotify followers bringing their total to 254,237. This surge may suggest an emerging focal point within the broader electronic music ecosystem, reflecting evolving audience preferences.
Beatskip Records' Artists Show Significant Collective Growth, Signaling Strong A&R
Beatskip Records is demonstrating significant label momentum, with a collective rise in artist profiles. An average Spotify follower growth of 16% across select artists suggests a potent A&R strategy, indicating a promising trajectory for the label and its roster.
Bella Kay's Remarkable Growth Signals Emerging Shifts in Electronic Music Engagement
Bella Kay is currently experiencing a significant surge in audience engagement, marked by a 143% increase in Spotify followers, suggesting a potent, albeit nascent, shift in listener preferences within the electronic music landscape.
The Spotify-Kalshi issue shows that music’s fraud systems work (Guest column)
The initial reaction to the Spotify-Kalshi controversy over Malcolm Todd’s “Earrings” is easy to understand. “Music prediction markets are dangerous. Streaming charts can be gamed. Shut the whole thing down before it gets worse!” Nobody in music should dismiss that concern.
SoundCloud Acquires What’s Left of Nina Protocol
The streaming service will preserve Nina Protocol’s editorial archive and allow artists to opt into its creator ecosystem
The Industrial Resonance of Digital Sanctuaries
Amidst a rapidly shifting electronic music landscape, Digital Sanctuaries has begun to carve out a distinct presence. We investigate the compelling force behind their rise, exploring a sound forged in the crucible of rave energy and industrial grit.
AI video-generation platform Atlabs launches agents for indie, kids’ and faith music
Indian AI video-generation platform Atlabs has launched three new music video agents that have specifically trained for indie artists, kids’ rhymes, and faith music. The Gurugram-headquartered startup was founded in […] The post is from Music Ally.
Apple Music increases prices in India
Like in other parts of the world, Apple Music has increased its prices in India. The monthly rate of an individual subscription has risen from Rs99 (approx. $1) to Rs139 […] The post is from Music Ally.
SoundCloud Acquires Nina Protocol's Archive
The streaming service will preserve Nina Protocol’s editorial archive and allow artists to opt into its creator ecosystem
SoundCloud Acquires Nina Protocol
The streaming service will preserve Nina Protocol’s editorial archive and allow artists to opt into its creator ecosystem
SoundCloud Acquires Nina Protocol’s Archive
The streaming service will preserve Nina Protocol’s editorial archive and allow artists to opt into its creator ecosystem
U2 and Martin Garrix Release New Song
Members of the Irish band, which is gearing up for an album drop later this year, and the Dutch DJ have collaborated in the past U2 and DJ Martin Garrix Unveil New Single “Fireflies”: Stream Travis Bl