Music Marketing Digest: New Tracks, Deals & DIY Tips

New Music & Releases

    • New Zealand duo LOA LOA drops ‘Always’ — a track born from a studio session. Listen now.
    • NE-YO is pivoting to country with his upcoming LP ‘Highway 79’.
    • “Run for Cover” captures the ache of wanting someone toxic.
    • Ear Candy curates a Memorial Day playlist for summer’s soft launch.

    Industry Moves & Deals

    • Ivors Academy, Secretly Distribution, MNRK, Spin, IDOL, UK Music, Sony Music Publishing, and others announce new hires.
    • Universal Music and TikTok ink a new multi-year licensing deal, agreeing to remove unauthorized AI-generated music.
    • Guitar Center launches folk-roots line Mitchell Silver Creek.

    Marketing & Career Tips

    • Learn how to turn one song into six figures.
    • Song DNA with Bella Kay offers deep-dive insights.
    • The problem with Instagram Instants for music marketing (and alternatives).
    • Email lists & ads: a strategy to skyrocket your music career.
    • 20 AI tools to make money in 2026 (+ workflow tips).
    • Las 5 cosas que tienes que mirar antes de comprar un beat (in Spanish).
    • How playlist curators actually choose tracks.

    Industry Observations

    • Have you noticed a slowdown in signings from major labels and distributors over the past 6 months? Join the discussion.
    • RAYE spent years writing hits for global stars while waiting for her own moment.

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