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Bisaria & Sotheby's
PlacementsJan 5, 2026

Bisaria & Sotheby's

Bisaria’s track “Bigbear” was recently featured on Sotheby’s official Instagram, appearing in a reel spotlighting the auction house’s new global headquarters at the iconic Breuer building, reaching over 126,000…

The Spill, Inc. 2025 Year in Review: Strategy for the Sound of Tomorrow
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NewsDec 29, 2025

The Spill, Inc. 2025 Year in Review: Strategy for the Sound of Tomorrow

2025 was defined by both creative output from our artists and a strategic focus on demystifying the modern music business. Across the board, our content and our artists' achievements reflected a deep commitment to…

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FeaturesDec 1, 2025

2026 Music Marketing Guide: How Artists Win on TikTok, AudioMack, and Touring

A detailed playbook for independent artists: master TikTok algorithms, grow on AudioMack, and sell out shows with Bandsintown and multi-channel fan strategy.

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FeaturesNov 29, 2025

Social Platforms Set to Shift Dramatically in 2026

Own the relationship. Let platforms be feeders, not foundations. Creative wins. Lists compound. Touring fuels both. Keep tests small, iterate weekly, and bank what works.

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FeaturesNov 18, 2025

Spotify Ads, Decoded: What Works, What Doesn’t

Spotify ads for music growth: use sparingly. Ad Studio underperforms for most artists. Showcase/Marquee can help with retargeting or reactivations, not cold discovery. If you have limited budget, Meta ads → landing page → Spotify wins on cost, quality, and portable data.

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FeaturesNov 1, 2025

Facebook/Meta Ads After the Audience Targeting Cut

Interest targeting got collapsed into broad genre buckets. Results don’t tank if you run clean signals, tight objectives, and creative that clearly telegraphs the sound. Let Meta’s optimization work. Feed it better data.

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FeaturesOct 25, 2025

How to Build and Monetize Your Email + SMS List as an Artist or Label

Own your audience. Learn proven strategies for growing your fan email list, converting signups into superfans, and selling music and merch directly — using tools like Bandcamp, Tribly, Set.Live, and more.

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FeaturesOct 7, 2025

How to Get Booked, Build a Scene, and Actually Grow: A Field Guide for Small Labels & Independent Artists

Practical, no-fluff guide to getting on bookers’ radars, winning openers, promoting shows that convert, producing records that cut through, and building a real scene.

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FeaturesOct 1, 2025

Spotify Growth and Monetization Guide for Small Labels & Independent Artists

Learn exactly how to trigger Spotify’s algorithm, grow on Discover Weekly and Radio, use Discovery Mode strategically, and turn streaming into real money. Step-by-step guide for small labels and DIY artists.

Bisaria & Juventus
PlacementsSep 8, 2025

Bisaria & Juventus

Bisaria’s track “Within” was recently featured across Juventus’ official social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube — reaching a combined total of more than 369,000 likes and millions of views.

VELOCITY EP by Subarctic
MusicSep 4, 2025

VELOCITY EP by Subarctic

Get ready to feel the speed—Subarctic is back with a brand new three-track EP, "VELOCITY," and it's out now on all streaming platforms.

Subarctic & FL Studio
PlacementsJul 28, 2025

Subarctic & FL Studio

Subarctic’s track “Figure Out” was recently featured on FL Studio’s official Instagram, soundtracking the announcement of FL Studio 2025 — reaching 28.1K likes and over 452K views.The track soundtracks a fast-paced reel…

Streaming in 2025: Who’s Really Paying Artists?
FeaturesApr 22, 2025

Streaming in 2025: Who’s Really Paying Artists?

The streaming economy continues to evolve in 2025, with new data shining a light on how different platforms reward the artists who fuel them.

"Dear God (Bisaria Remix)" - Tate McRae
MusicApr 21, 2025

"Dear God (Bisaria Remix)" - Tate McRae

We’re excited to announce the release of Bisaria’s remix of Tate McRae’s “Dear God."

“Within” by Bisaria
MusicApr 10, 2025

“Within” by Bisaria

We’re proud to present “Within,” the latest single from Bisaria, now available on all streaming platforms.

"Figure Out" by Subarctic
MusicApr 3, 2025

"Figure Out" by Subarctic

We’re excited to share that Subarctic is back with a brand new track, “Figure Out,” out now on all streaming platforms.

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