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5 Types of Artificial Music Streaming: How to Avoid Them

Artificial music streaming may seem like a shortcut to success, but it can destroy your career before it even begins. Learn the most common scams, how to spot them, and the right way to grow your audience.

Alana Bonilla on 02/17/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Streaming is losing steam. It’s time to reimagine music’s future

Streaming was supposed to save the music industry, but it’s leaving artists behind. As streaming is losing steam, it’s time to rethink the model and put creators back at the center of their own success, writes Alexandre Saboundjian, the CEO of Winamp.

Alana Bonilla on 02/13/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (5)
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What are Fake Streams and How to Avoid Them

What are fake streams and how can they damage a music career? Learn how to avoid the traps of artificial streaming and build real connections with your audience.

Alana Bonilla on 02/12/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Identify AI Generated Music with Benn Jordan’s Algorithm

YouTuber Benn Jordan says he’s found a foolproof way to identify AI generated music, potentially changing how all streaming platforms handle AI tracks.

Alana Bonilla on 02/11/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Songs Are Reaching 1 Billion Spotify Streams Faster Than Ever

Growing global streaming consumption, TikTok, and pop culture are accelerating the rate at which songs reach 1 billion Spotify streams.

Alana Bonilla on 02/07/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Does claiming a Spotify for Artists account need to be this hard?

Claiming a Spotify For Artists account is an essential pillar for every music marketing plan. But does claiming a Spotify For Artists account need to be this hard?

Bruce Houghton on 02/06/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Spotify loves Background Music, but is it a long term win?

Spotify loves background music, but it could hurt music culture in the long run. As the AI and passive listening accelerates, dedicated fans and artists may start looking elsewhere.

Alana Bonilla on 02/05/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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ISRC vs ISWC Codes and Why They Matter for Music

Confused about ISRC vs ISWC codes? Knowing the difference could mean the difference between getting paid for your music or leaving money on the table.

Alana Bonilla on 02/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Spotify Q4 hits records, will ‘double down on music’ in 2025

Spotify Q4 2024 earnings were announced Tuesday, ending its first year of profitability strong across most key metrics. During the earnings call, CEO Daniel Ek promised to “double down on music” after years of expansion in other audio and video categories and to accelerate new product releases.

Bruce Houghton on 02/04/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Official Spotify Fan Engagement Guide 2025 published

Turn casual listeners into loyal fans with Campaign Kit, the official Spotify fan engagement guide.. From playlist pitching to Discovery Mode, learn how these powerful tools can grow an audience, reactivate past listeners, and deepen the fan relationship.

Alana Bonilla on 02/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (3)
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