Streaming & Digital
GigLogic is a “gig intelligence platform” to help artists evaluate live gig income
Touring, as every artist knows, is a tough game. Uncertainty is high, margins are razor thin, and once an artist deducts piffling luxuries like, erm, accommodation and food from their income, tours often end in losses. It’s no wonder some bands are asking the 6 Music Dads to help wind up their cable
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12 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Beth Orton, Chanel Beads, and More
Stream new releases from Beth Orton, Chanel Beads, and Maxo Kream
AFEM and DDEX Address Music Rights Infrastructure
A simple question, "why can't this just work?", sparked one of AFEM's most popular member roundtables and an industry report on the friction across music data, rights and royalties. On 2 July, AFEM an
SoundCloud and Twitch team up for DJ performance series
Twitch and SoundCloud have linked up for SoundCloud Sessions, a 12-hour DJ marathon on Twitch taking place today, June 26, from 9AM – 9PM Pacific Time. Hosted on Soundcloud’s Twitch channel, it features sets from DJs whose fandom straddles the two partner platforms. But it’s not just these headliner
Tools :: Highnote FM
As legacy platform algorithms become less creator-friendly, many artists have faced the dilemma of their fans not seeing tour dates, release announcements and other updates on their feeds. We think that Highnote FM could be one solution to this. Through private spaces on the Highnote platform, artis
Threads, Instagram and TikTok update customisable algorithm features
It appears that social media might be moving away from opaque systems that predict user interests, and instead are handing over the reins for users to decide. Platforms like Threads, Instagram and TikTok are starting to introduce user-led algorithms, allowing people to customise for themselves what
The Ting Tings share TikTok CML experiment
In a time where it feels like it’s getting harder and harder to cut through the noise on TikTok, due to an ever-increasing volume of music and posts being uploaded to the platform, The Ting Tings have shared an interesting experiment of their TikTok promotion. The newly independent duo just took to
Music Climate Pact partners with Deezer to publish sustainable music streaming tips
Hey, have you noticed that it’s been a bit hot here in Europe recently? That, as exasperated climate scientists wearily remind us, is because of the climate emergency. As ever the general advice is: get everyone to make small positive changes, and progress will (slowly) happen. Music climate platfor
Suno launches grants, mentorship and support for indie artists who use the platform
Earlier this week, we reported on SZA’s fury with AI platforms like Suno, and the artists that collaborate with them. Her warning to other artists – all-caps tirade warning – was blunt: “DO NOT TRAIN AI [WITH] YOUR GENIUS,” as was her opinion on artists that support generative AI: “Your [sic] DISGU
Owen Kiernan Offers Advice on Cutting Through Digital Noise for Artists and Labels
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev
Ozcillex Artists Exhibit Collective Growth, Signaling Robust A&R Direction
Recent data indicates a notable collective rise among artists signed to Ozcillex, with an average Spotify follower growth of 8%. This upward trajectory, exemplified by Cedicci's 5% and Exhilarated Ego's 11% increase, may suggest the label's strong curatorial vision and effective artist development.
KETTAMA's Garage Sound Sees Significant Rise in Engagement
KETTAMA, an artist operating within the Garage genre, is currently experiencing a notable surge in engagement. This emerging pattern is underscored by a 17% growth in Spotify followers, indicating a developing momentum within their audience.
Beatskip Records Shows Rising Artist Momentum Amidst Notable Spotify Follower Growth
Beatskip Records appears to be cultivating a robust roster, with artists AXION and Siberian Bear demonstrating significant recent growth in Spotify followers. This collective upward trend may suggest effective A&R curation by the label, fostering an environment for emerging electronic music talent to expand their audience.
The Emergence of Éadrom: A Micro-Trend in Electronic Music
Éadrom, an artist from Ireland under the HARM Recordings label, is demonstrating a notable surge in engagement, evidenced by a 33% increase in Spotify followers. This sharp rise in a relatively short period may suggest a burgeoning interest and could indicate early momentum within the electronic music landscape.
Hard Techno Witnesses Artist Surge as DAXTX Rises
The Hard Techno genre is experiencing a notable artist surge, with DAXTX at the forefront. The artist has seen a significant 17% growth in Spotify followers, reaching 1,845, signaling a compelling upward trajectory in audience engagement within the electronic music scene.
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AFEM Members Voices: Owen Kiernan on Digital Strategy
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev
Justin Bieber Adds to ‘Swag’ Collection With Live Coachella Album: Stream It Now
Swag Live From Coachella (Weekend I) features guest spots from The Kid LAROI, Tems, Wizkid, Dijon, and Mk.gee, and stretches across 22 tracks.
Charli XCX - Wink Wink
The third single off Music, Fashion, Film is out now. Charli XCX Unveils Cheeky New Song “Wink Wink”: Stream Paolo Ragusa
Carly Rae Jepsen - On Wires
The track is the lead single from her forthcoming double album, Day and Night. Carly Rae Jepsen Reveals New Song “On Wires”: Stream Alex Krinsky