We Got 250,000,000 Streams on Spotify… Here’s What Actually Works

Video by SMARTMUSICBUSINESS – Chris Greenwood via YouTube
We Got 250,000,000 Streams on Spotify… Here’s What Actually Works

Join the Spotify 5-Day Challenge + get 3 music marketing books mailed to your door.
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Chains of Fire – An AI Generated Song & Music Video

Video by Music Marketing Manifesto via YouTube
Chains of Fire - An AI Generated Song & Music Video

Just for fun, I decided to see how far I could push AI tools to create a music video.

Everything you see and hear in this video was made with AI, though there was a TON of human involvement in the concepts, problem-solving, and editing.

Is it perfect? Probably not. Are these tools getting pretty amazing? I think so.

-Music: Created using Udio
-Source images: Midjourney
-Video: Generated using Kling, Runway, and Hailuo (in that order)
-Lip sync: Mostly Act One, with a little help from Kling

I actually made this about a month ago and the tools have already evolved a bit. But I held off on sharing due to the recent fires in LA. Hopefully, it doesn’t strike a nerve for anyone affected—definitely not my intention.

I know there are a lot of AI haters out there, but this project took over a week to complete, and it honestly the process feels incredibly creative. Literally, thousands of decisions and choices go into something like this, and while I could have never done anything like this without AI. AI couldn’t have done this without me either.

Shout out to @curiousrefuge and @TheoreticallyMedia for the tips and inspiration.

For more music marketing strategies and tips, go to https://musicmarketingmanifesto.com/

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Your Music Strategy is Broken – Here’s Why

Video by K-Felon Beats via YouTube
Your Music Strategy is Broken - Here's Why

How to promote your music is the difference between being ignored and getting paid. If your music isn’t growing, it’s not talent—it’s your strategy. In this video, I break down exactly what’s holding you back and how to fix it.

Most artists:
❌ Post music with no plan
❌ Spam links hoping for clicks
❌ Wait to go viral instead of building momentum

That’s why nothing moves.

What you’ll learn:
🎯 How to make people actually care about your music
📲 The content strategy that drives daily attention
💰 How to turn views into real fans and income

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, stop guessing and start moving with a system.

📥 Free Ebook (Break the Algorithm): https://paidartistsociety.com/
🎓 Mini Course (Step-by-Step Strategy): https://www.skool.com/from-invisible-to-viral-9657/classroom
🔥 Join the Community (Paid Artist Society): https://www.skool.com/from-invisible-to-viral-9657/about

📱 Follow for daily game:
IG / TikTok / YouTube: @KFelonBeats

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Greenville SC Artists Turn Up Charlotte Show – VLOG #2

Video by Zeb Robinson via YouTube
Greenville SC Artists Turn Up Charlotte Show - VLOG #2

Footage from Lost In Echoes Fest in Charlotte, NC on December 6th 2025.

Amazing show, amazing artists, amazing experience! Check below for all songs used in vid.

00:56 – R$F$ (Z3B!)
02:59 – im not you ! (JazzyC)
08:32 – NO BARS (Sisterhood Wounds) (Pynk Mo$cato)
09:07 – KNUCKLE UP! (Markel)
09:36 – Back On BullShit (Bloxk Omertà)
10:38 – UAV (H3LiX)
11:34 – BRAND SPANKIN NEW (LA Kenzie)
13:41 – Circa (Nicky Dior)
14:37 – Fashion Money (liddell) (whiterosemoxie)

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250 Artists Battle To See Who Has The Best Music

Video by Pat Cc: via YouTube
250 Artists Battle To See Who Has The Best Music

⭐️ Patreon (extended cuts, exclusive content): https://www.patreon.com/c/PatCc

260 artists from around the world submitted for the chance to fly out to Ivy Studios and collaborate with me and my team. I opened submissions on my website asking artists to send in their music along with a video telling me their story. Instead of judging everything myself, I had 6 Ivy interns listen to every submission and score each artist from 1 to 10 to create a fairer selection process. I listened to the submissions with the best scores and pick the winner!

✔️ Social Medias ✔️
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patrickcctv?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickcctv
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/patrickcctv
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/patrickcctv

💎Main Channel💎
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-mP1nlk0qOutA08zuQHORA

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How RECORD LABELS Release New Music…

Video by Other Record Labels via YouTube
How RECORD LABELS Release New Music...

►► Download my FREE Record Label Toolkit – http://OtherRecordLabels.com/toolkit

Most music releases fail before they even come out.

Not because the music isn’t good — but because there’s no real strategy behind it.

Presented by HELLBENDER VINYL – www.hellbendervinyl.com

In this episode, I walk through 5 essential principles every artist should follow when preparing a new release. These are simple, practical shifts that turn scattered “drops” into focused campaigns that build real momentum over time.

You’ll learn how to think beyond release day, create clarity around your music, and use each release to grow your audience and your catalog.

If you want your next release to actually do something — start here.

Special thanks to Infinite Catalog – www.infinitecatalog.com

** CHECK OUT ALL MY FREE RESOURCES FOR RECORD LABELS **
http://otherrecordlabels.com/record-label-resources

** HOW TO START A RECORD LABEL (THE ULTIMATE GUIDE) **
https://www.otherrecordlabels.com/how-to-start-a-record-label-the-ultimate-guide

** DIRECTORY OF SERVICES FOR RECORD LABELS **
https://otherrecordlabels.com/directory

** BOOKS I RECOMMEND **
https://www.otherrecordlabels.com/books

** SQUARESPACE COUPON CODE **
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Inside iMusician’s Editorial Playlist Pitching: An Indie Artist’s Story

Video by iMusician via YouTube
Inside iMusician's Editorial Playlist Pitching: An Indie Artist's Story

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YouGrow Meta Ads Frequently Asked Questions

Video by YouGrow Promo via YouTube
YouGrow Meta Ads Frequently Asked Questions

We answered the most searched questions about Meta Ads so you don’t have to 👀📊
Thinking about running your own campaigns?
Let’s do it the right way

music marketing for independent artists
indie artist promotion strategy
song release plan for beginners
spotify playlist pitching tutorial
music distribution comparison
how to use spotify for artists dashboard

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