The Louvre heist has unsurprisingly stolen the internet, inspiring a host of content around the high-profile robbery. Many creators have also taken the opportunity to include heist-inspired songs on their videos, with users posting comments like “I need to know if there is a Louvre heist playlist!” Here is our ranking of the top three […] The post is from Music Ally.| Music Ally
Bandsintown has announced their new centralised service hub, offering music distribution, CRM tools, and marketing opportunities with partners like CD Baby, Community, Groover, Musixmatch, ROSTR and TuneCore to their 700,000 artists.The new marketplace allows artists to reach their fans with tour dates and other relevant information, as well as maintain ownership over their fan data. […] The post is from Music Ally.| Music Ally
Traditionally used by authors and journalists to create newsletters for paying subscriber bases, Substack has quickly gained traction over the past few years as a tool for other creative minds to connect with their fans. Alongside its attractiveness as an alternative to what can sometimes seem like a daily game of navigating the mysteries of the algorithm […] The post is from Music Ally.| Music Ally
In the last few days you may have been targeted with Group 7 content on TikTok — based around artist Sophia James’ recent viral content idea. James started posting 7 different […]| Music Ally
How do Playlist Growth Campaigns Work? Using an Instagram Reel, Rise will drive targeted and engaged audiences to your playlist on Spotify. By starting out on Instagram, we’re able to hook users with a video that promotes the music and demonstrates the vibe of the playlist. This helps bring in pre-screened users who are more […] The post Best Practices / FAQ – Playlist Growth appeared first on Rise.| Rise
How do Active Listener campaigns work? Using an Instagram Reel, Rise will drive targeted and engaged audiences to your song on Spotify. This campaign is designed to grow the active audience, consisting of the most-engaged users in an audience. These listeners stream songs multiple times, add to their playlists, and share with friends. By growing […] The post Best Practices / FAQ – Active Listener appeared first on Rise.| Rise
Country Artist Alayna recently ran a Song Launch Campaign, and earned 520 New Spotify Followers, Song Saves, and opt-ins for future pre-saves. The campaign earned 2,116 Engagements, as she was placed on nine curated playlists, and Landed on Radio, Discover Weekly, Mixes, Smart Shuffle, Release Radar. If you’re looking for a one-size fits most Spotify Campaign, our […] The post Song Launch Case Study: Artists Gains More Than 500 New Followers, & Added to Nine Curated Playlists appeared f...| Rise
Spotify is best known as the world’s biggest streaming service, a place to discover new artists, curate playlists and keep the party going. With the launch of its new direct message (DM) feature, Spotify is aiming to evolve from a streaming platform into a social community, potentially creating a more interconnected and engaging experience for […] The post Spotify Slides Into the DM Business: How the Streaming Platform’s Direct Messages Feature May Help Listeners Discover Your Music app...| Rise
John Wooden, one of the winningest coaches in basketball history liked to say that “failing to prepare is preparing to fail.” With that sentiment in mind, we’ve put together this list of all assets needed to set up your next Rise campaign by platform and goal type. In most cases, you’re able to provide additional […] The post Your Go-To Guide: Assets Needed for Rise Spotify, Instagram & YouTube Campaigns appeared first on Rise.| Rise
Press coverage is a powerful arm of your music release strategy. Writeups can win you new fans, strengthen your reputation, and create lasting opportunities. That starts with learning to pitch| DIY Musician
In today’s hyper-saturated music world, standing out takes more than talent – it takes bold, innovative marketing. From surprise album drops to immersive fan experiences, these campaigns reshaped how music is shared and consumed. Here are 10 game-changing campaigns that altered the music industry.| BIMM University Blog
Discover the best music distribution services. Compare pricing, royalties & features of Symphonic, DistroKid, TuneCore & more to find your best fit.| Symphonic
Image courtesy Spotify for Artists. Spotify recently shared an article on Super Listeners, confirming what our years of running authentic marketing campaigns has taught us: sustainable success isn’t just about streams, it’s about building a loyal, engaged audience. These “super listeners” make up a small part of your audience (sometimes just 2%) but drive a […] The post Spotify’s New Focus on Active Listeners – Why It Matters & How Rise Can Help appeared first on Rise.| Rise
No longer shall you bend to the whim of the dreaded algorithm. Email goes above and beyond. Here's how to use it to build your fanbase...| Symphonic Blog
Booking shows as an indie artist can be a tough nut to crack, but with the right strategies, you can create opportunities that help you grow your audience and sharpen| DIY Musician
Rise is incredibly excited and proud to share that Henry Cutting, our Head of Business Development, was named one of A2IM (American Association of Independent Music)’z Rising 20 in 2025. As part of A2IM’s 20th anniversary, they launched their inaugural Rising 20: Indie Music Leaders list as a way to recognizing emerging industry talent making […] The post Rise’s Henry Cutting Named A2IM Rising 20 appeared first on Rise.| Rise
Consistency is key – whether you’re marketing music or any other product – active promotion is the unlock to long term success. Why do Subscriptions work? The most successful artists market their music (and catalog) even off-release cycles. By attracting new listeners and fans consistently over time, the impact will be magnitudes greater on release […] The post Subscription Campaigns – Discounted, Forever appeared first on Rise.| Rise
Achieving consistent growth on Spotify and social media requires a strategic, multi-faceted approach. This guide details Rise’s official campaign recommendations for artists serious about building their careers. We’ll cover essential strategies for every goal, including Conversion campaigns to secure pre-saves, Exposure campaigns for playlist pitching, and Social Growth campaigns to expand your fan base on Instagram and […] The post Strategy & Best Practices – The Rise Team’s Pers...| Rise
We are excited to announce a significant enhancement to our Exposure campaigns at Rise, designed to provide your music with an even broader reach and greater impact. We understand the importance of getting your tracks heard by the right audience, and our updated pitching strategies are set to deliver just that. New to Rise: Expanded […] The post Expanded Pitching Case Study – Artist Added to 13 Playlists in 1 Week appeared first on Rise.| Rise
Social media is the music marketing equivalent of busking on the street. Contending with shifting algorithms and a constant stream of content is like vying for the attention of passersby.| DIY Musician
It’s no secret that making short-form videos can be a powerful strategy for musicians. Countless artists have used them to grow their fanbase and get more ears on their music.| DIY Musician
As musicians, we spend lots of time thinking about things like the song we just finished writing, the album we’re planning to record, the shows we’ll book, and the platforms| DIY Musician
A lot of work goes on behind the scenes before an independent artist is nominated for a GRAMMY. This year, CD Baby musician and composer Carla Patullo won the 'Best| DIY Musician
How To Use Countdown Pages on Spotify as an Artist| Symphonic Blog
Photo by Rhianonne Stone (@rhianonnestone) Planning Ahead for Success In 2023, I released my debut album, “Romance” — a cinematic neo-soul record with themes of romantic love, inner healing, and| DIY Musician
Did you know that using Spotify's Canvas feature encourages listeners to interact with your song? Spotify’s data backs it up. If your song has a high-quality Canvas video, listeners| DIY Musician
Explore the highlights of 2023 on our DIY Musician Blog. As we wrap up the year, count on DIY Musician to guide you through the highlights and get you ready| DIY Musician
Learn how to find your target audience on Spotify using detailed analytics tools to grow your fanbase. Understand and engage with your listeners effectively.| Symphonic Blog
Trying to get more streams on Spotify, but don't know where to start? Here are some legitimate ways to make it happen in no time...| Symphonic Blog
Not sure if you're ready to try Groover? Here's how this music promotion platform is changing the game for independent musicians...| Symphonic Blog
Whether you operate a commercial recording studio or are an independent musician, a stand-out website will make your business stand out.| Frahm Digital
"Selling out" has long been scrutinized — but music and advertising are undeniably intertwined. Let's debate the best songs in marketing.| Frahm Digital
