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Contacts for Music Festivals That Book Emerging Artists

Hoping to land a spot on a festival lineup in 2026? Here are contacts for music festivals that are now accepting artist applications.

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How Artists Can Shape Their Brand in 2025

In this era of music marketing, it’s crucial for artists to take an active role in shaping their brand look and narrative. Here’s a handy guide to artist branding to help you get started!

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Building the Next Era of Public Radio

Public radio is facing a historic turning point following the defunding of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. While the challenges are serious, new data from the 2025 Techsurvey points to opportunities for reinvention, renewed support, and a more resilient future as broadcaster build next era of public radio.

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Spotify adds DMS, Michael Brandvold & Jay Gilbert Aren’t Happy

“Awesome, another DM platform for us to get spammed.” That was the reaction of Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on the news Spotify has launched DMS for all users.

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Music Tectonics Creator Fair: Hypebot readers save 66%!

The Music Tectonics Creator Fair is happening on November 4 at Santa Monica Pier. It’s a unique opportunity to explore the future of music-making and learn about tools that can move your career forward.

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UK Live Music Industry: A Year of Growth and Growing Pains

Newly released data shows how the UK live music industry closed out 2024 on a high note with record-breaking consumer spending. Yet, it also reveals an increasing strain on the grassroots scene that we see in the U.S. as well.

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AI in Music: Keeping It Human While Changing the Game

AI has been popping up everywhere in the music industry and beyond, but not every new tool actually makes life easier for artists, labels, or teams. So how do you separate the hype from what really matters and build tools that serve your own goals?

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How to get Music Press to cover your Next Release or Live Show

Trying to get your music or next live show featured but not hearing back? This guide breaks down how to get music press and pitch journalists in ways that actually get noticed.

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What updated Spotify Terms mean for Artists, Labels: Chris Castle

Updated Spotify Terms of Use introduce a clear ban on third parties using its platform or content to train AI models, while explicitly allowing Spotify to use user data for its own features. When it comes to governance, licensing, and privacy, these new changes have significant implications for artists, developers, and rightsholders.

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Arrival & ATC form ROAM, world’s largest independent live agency

Two leading independent music booking agencies, North America based Arrival Artists and UK based ATC Live, have united to form global agency ROAM.

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CDs, Vinyl Records, Cassettes Safe From New US Import Tariffs

Physical media goods like CDs, vinyl, and cassettes are safely exempt from new US import tariffs.

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