Music Promotion 2026

The Independent Artist’s Survival Guide: TikTok’s New Life, AI Mastering, and the Science of Popularity

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The Independent Artist’s Survival Guide: TikTok’s New Life, AI Mastering, and the Science of Popularity

TikTok is safe, indie funding is booming, and the science of “popularity” is changing how fans find your music. Dive into the 8 biggest news stories from the last 24 hours that are reshaping the independent music industry in 2026.

Music Marketing News: AI Disclosure Policies, Major Global Partnerships, and the Rise of Social Shopping in 2026

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Music Marketing News: AI Disclosure Policies, Major Global Partnerships, and the Rise of Social Shopping in 2026

This week in music marketing, we see a major shift in how AI is handled by media outlets, a massive global investment by Universal Music Group, and new “Search Everywhere” strategies for independent artists to thrive in 2026.