HOW PAYMENTS WORK IN DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION (AND WHY YOU DON'T GET PAID INSTANTLY)
You upload a song, you see it's getting streams, and you wonder: when do I get paid for this? Digital distribution generates income, yes, but understanding how and when to get paid realistically is key to planning your career, your investments and your next steps. Here's how payments work in digital distribution, from [...]
5 MISTAKES MANY ARTISTS MAKE ON THEIR FIRST RELEASE (AND HOW TO AVOID THEM)
The first launch is a mixture of excitement, nerves and a lot of decisions made on the fly. It is normal to make mistakes. But it is also true that some mistakes can cost you visibility, opportunities or simply frustration. Here are 5 common mistakes that artists make on their first release and how to avoid them with a simple and effective strategy.
7 THINGS YOU (PROBABLY) DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT THE DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION OF YOUR MUSIC
Many artists think that distributing their music is simply a matter of uploading a file to Spotify. But behind every release is a complex system, full of technical details, tricks and strategic decisions that can make the difference between getting noticed and getting noticed. Here are a few curiosities (and truths) about the world of digital distribution that [...]
YOUR FIRST RELEASE: COMPLETE CHECKLIST TO LAUNCH YOUR MUSIC LIKE A PROFESSIONAL
Launching your first song can be exciting, but also overwhelming. There are too many steps, too many tools and too much pressure to "get it right" from the start. That's why we've put together this checklist: a neat and tidy guide to help you leave nothing important behind. If you are about to release your first theme (or just want to do it better), [...]
PLAYLISTS ON PLATFORMS: VISIBILITY IS NOT THE SAME AS GROWTH
Getting on a publishing playlist may seem like the big goal for any emerging artist. And while it is certainly a valuable opportunity, it does not automatically guarantee real growth or a solid career. Visibility is a starting point. Growth, on the other hand, requires strategy, content, following and connecting with your audience. Here's what you need to know about [...]
HOW TO LEVERAGE YOUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AS PART OF YOUR DISTRIBUTION STRATEGY
Many artists treat YouTube as just another showcase. They upload their video clip, share it a couple of times and abandon it. But YouTube, if well worked and linked to a professional distribution strategy, can become one of your most valuable assets for growth and monetisation. Here's how to leverage your YouTube channel [...]
WHAT KIND OF ARTIST ARE YOU FOR A DISTRIBUTOR? KEYS TO STAND OUT IN YOUR PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
In the world of music distribution, not all artists are the same. Beyond the number of streams or followers, what really differentiates a project within a distribution company is their vision, consistency and ability to execute. If you want your distributor to keep you on their radar for opportunities, pitching or development, [...]
CAN A PITCH BE MADE AFTER A SONG HAS BEEN RELEASED?
Many emerging artists, after releasing a song, wonder if they still have time to "make the pitch" and get into official playlists. And while the short answer is no, you can't make an editorial pitch on Spotify once the track is released, that doesn't mean the track is lost. There are ways [...]
HOW TO POSITION YOUR RELEASES ON THE PLATFORMS WITH THE HELP OF YOUR DISTRIBUTOR
Uploading music to platforms is no longer enough. The real challenge lies in getting that music heard, recommended and positioned. This is where not only your communication strategy comes into play, but also the active role that your distributor can play. This article explains how a professional distributor can help you [...]
WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE PITCH: HOW YOUR SONG MOVES WHEN A DISTRIBUTOR BETS ON YOU
When an artist releases a song with a professional distributor, one of the key moments is the editorial pitch: the proposal to the platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, etc.) to consider including the track in official playlists. But what happens after the pitch is made, who receives it, and what factors influence it? [...]
