Music Marketing

Debunking Common Artificial Music Streaming Myths

hink artificial streaming is a quick fix for success? Think again. Learn artificial music streaming myths, why fake streams could hurt a career and how authentic growth is the key to long-term success.

Alana Bonilla on 04/15/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Musician’s Guide to Threads: Conversation and Community

With this Musician’s Guide to Threads learn how build real fan connections, boost engagement, and share your creative journey more authentically.

Alana Bonilla on 04/11/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How to Make the Most of your Spotify Artist Profile

Unlock the full potential of your Spotify Artist profile with these expert tips to boost your music, increase followers, drive concert sales, and more. 

Alana Bonilla on 04/09/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How to improve a Playlist Strategy: SubmitHub Masterclass

Missed Symphonic’s SubmitHub Masterclass? Here’s a recap including 10 tips to help you target the right playlists, leverage Spotify’s algorithm, land more placements, and improve a playlist strategy.

Alana Bonilla on 04/09/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Musicians: Do not rely on social media to reach fans

On social media, a significant portion of your followers typically don’t see each post, with organic reach averaging around 2% to 6% of total followers. The lesson for musicians? Do not rely on social media to reach fans.

Bruce Houghton on 04/08/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Trump extends TikTok deadline as China blocks deal, investors sue

UPDATE: President Trump has extended the deadline requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. TikTok operation or shut it down. An angry China reportedly blocked the deal and a group of U.S. investors threaten to complicate it further.

Bruce Houghton on 04/07/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Shorter Songs • Old vs New School • UMG report analysis • More

Episode 243 of Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart’s podcast Your Morning Coffee: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now including audio drops with Harvey Mason Jr. from the Recording Academy, Michael Huppe of Sound Exchange, and MIDiA’s Mark Mulligan. LISTEN HERE:

Bruce Houghton on 04/07/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week, our tips and advice for DIY and independent musician news covered how to make money as a musician, get the first 1000+ streams, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 04/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Best times to post on Social Media 2025

This guide will help maximize your engagement and visibility across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more. Learn the best times to post on social media in 2025.

Alana Bonilla on 04/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Rivet email music marketing platform is perfect for teams

Rivet’s new email music marketing platform helps artist teams create eye-catching campaigns that drive real revenue. With smart templates and easy-to-use features, it’s never been simpler to connect with fans and boost sales, writes Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic.

Alana Bonilla on 04/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How to get a song 1000 streams the right way

Learn how o get a song 1000 streams quickly and start to build a real fanbase. This action plan breaks down exactly how to invest your time and budget for maximum impact with daily engagement, playlist pitching, and targeted ads.

Alana Bonilla on 04/02/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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