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EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SOUNDCLOUD FOR ARTISTS

Any rising artist knows how difficult it is to get their music exposed to an audience, especially without a third-party distributor. Monetizing it is even more challenging. For those with a passion to create music and who want to make a viable business from it, services like SoundCloud are designed to help. SoundCloud hosts user-generated content (UGC), making it one of the best music streaming services for indie and community-created tracks. The service is designed to help musicians distribute and monetize music as well as connect with their growing fanbase and most loyal fans. With the right subscription under SoundCloud for Artists, musicians can even enjoy unlimited uploads to share all your creations with fans, and plenty of other benefits. But how does it all work? Product image of SoundCloud SoundCloud Discover SoundCloud's best plan for artists. How to get started with SoundCloud To get started with SoundCloud, visit Soundcloud.com from a computer or the SoundCloud app on a...

How To Build A Home Studio On A Budget | Part 1: The Essentials

So, you want to build a home recording studio on a budget. Whether you’re recording your own music, your friends’ music, or you’re looking to start bringing in some paid clients, there are certain essentials that you’ll need before you can hit record. For example, you’ll need a computer to record onto and a microphone to record with. That much is obvious but these alone are not quite enough to get your studio up and running… “But how much is all of this going to cost me?!” I hear you ask… Sure, audio gear can be expensive, and it’s important not to go too cheap if you’re aiming to record and produce music long term. However, while certain gear is essential, we don’t need all the gear straight away to build a home studio on a budget. I’ve split this into three sections – In this video, we’re going to go over the essential gear – the minimum I suggest that you need to start your home studio. If you want to record, edit and mix audio, you’ll need this equipment. Let’s get started! It’s so...

Streamline Your Music Royalty Earnings

Streamline Your Music Earnings Clear and Concise Revenue Tracking Our intuitive dashboard allows you to track your earnings effortlessly, ensuring transparency and enabling you to make informed decisions about your music career. Revenue Insights Gain valuable insights into which platforms are generating the most revenue for your music and identify the countries where your music is resonating the most. Top Performing Songs Analysis With detailed analytics, identify your top-performing tracks and leverage this information to optimize your future releases, marketing efforts, and overall music strategy

Music Distribution Checklist ✅

MUSIC DISTRIBUTION CHECKLIST What do I need to upload my songs? Actually not much! If you are already being distributed in big streaming services, you will only need the Spotify link to your band. If not, no worries, you just need the following: + Basic Info Artist Name: Here you fill out your - Name of Primary Artist, Band Name, or Orchestra. Note 1: Please fill out this field with our capitalization rule. You can fill it out in all CAPS, The First Letter In Caps, or all lowercase. Note 2: All special characters you can do on your keyboard are allowed, for example: ?&$#()_-+=@! Release Name: The release name is the name of your EP, ALBUM, or Single. Note 1: This is not the place to put the featuring/with/composer/producer/any kind of credits. Note 2: Please fill out this field with our capitalization rule. Filling it out in all CAPS, or The First Letter In Caps, or all lowercase. Note 3: All special characters you can do on your keyboard are allowed, for example: ?&$#()_-+=@! ...

How to Take Your Music Career to the Next Level in 2024

Introduction As we approach the end of the year, it's essential for music artists to start preparing for a successful music career in 2024. In this article, we will discuss various strategies and tips to help You take your music career to the next level. From creating good music to leveraging content creation and building a strong online presence, we will cover everything you need to know. So let's dive in and make 2024 your year. Making Good Music Authenticity and Exploration One of the most crucial components of a successful music career is creating good music. While the definition of good music might be subjective, there are certain aspects you can focus on to ensure your music is the best it can be. Stay authentic to yourself and your unique sound, but also be open to exploration. Don't be afraid to try new things and push the boundaries of your creativity. Remember the advice from a renowned songwriter to write and produce music as if it's for someone else, giving ...

A Brief History about Music

AN OVERVIEW OF THE HISTORY OF MUSIC   in-person or virtual lessons Table of Contents private music lessons information from sloan school of music The history of music is a storied road to travel. It’s also one that we at Sloan School of Music find fascinating! Music has an avalanche of influences to thank, from its humble beginnings among early humans to our modern-day composers.  This article will provide you with a thumbnail sketch of some of the more notable events in the origin and development of music. We’ll look at key figures in musical history along the way and discover the origins of popular musical instruments such as the piano, violin, and others. Music’s complete history is an ultra-detailed topic. Consider this article a springboard for you to investigate key periods that interest you. You can also visit us at Sloan School of Music if you’re considering learning to play music yourself.   Music History by Era History of music by Era The history of music c...

How to get more views on YouTube in 2024

important – using the wrong ones can make your Shorts disappear. Double-check your hashtags to make sure they’re spelled right and actually fit your Shorts. Also, try using some hashtags that are trending so more people can find your Shorts and watch them. Tip 4. Select the Best Time to Post Your Shorts on YouTube Sharing your YouTube Shorts at the right time can really help them get more attention – more shares, likes, and comments. While there’s no perfect answer for exactly when a good rule is to post your Shorts in the evening. Why? Well, lots of people like to watch Shorts before they go to bed. It’s a nice way to relax, especially after a busy day of work. So, keep in mind that evenings might be a great time to share your awesome Shorts and get more people to see them! Tip 5. Use YouTube Analytics to Track Your Shorts Performance Don’t forget to keep an eye on your YouTube analytics – these are like your Shorts report card! YouTube Analytics is a set of tools that’s free for all ...

How To Get 1 Million On Streams Spotify 2024

How to Get 1 Million Streams on Spotify How To Get 1 Million Streams on Spotify Table of Contents Spotify Streams: What Are Those? Is Spotify a Good Place to Get Your First Million Streams? How Does One Get 1 Million Streams On Spotify? But Hold On, Can You Purchase a Few Streams to Aid Your Growth? What Per-Stream Pricing Options Does Spotify Provide? How Much Can You Earn With 1 Million Streams? Tips for Getting 1 Million Organic Streams on Spotify Claim Your Spotify Artist Profile Update Your Spotify Profile Mention Your Spotify Links Everywhere Spread the Word About Your Spotify Music Using Social Media Music Forums and Blogs Show Behind the Scenes Spotify and Facebook Ads Email Promotion Is Still Very Effective  Learn Why Spotify Playlists Are So Important Connect with Other Artists Create Excitement for the Release Date Final Thoughts My close friend and I were ecstatic when he received his first million streams a few years ago! He was one of my first clients to reach this am...

ZedBox Music ViP Program $34.99 Only (Pay in installments)

ZedBox Music Africa LLC is a global recording business that serves as an alternative to the traditional record label, offering deal structures that provide artists the resources and expertise of a global label while allowing them to retain ownership and control of their music. We cater to creators. We’re musicians too, so we get it: distributing your songs, licensing covers, making sure your collaborators get paid their share—it’s a lot. Fortunately, we’re distribution nerds. And licensing experts. And our sole mission is making all the administrative stuff easy so you can get your songs out there–and we can send you your monthly royalties.  It’s what we liveWith ZedBox Music Africa, you get: Distribution to every major music platform: Automatic distribution to any new platforms we add Real human support from artists like you Collaborator revenue splits Reliable monthly reporting Cover-song licensing Your songs stay up—forever. We’re built to break and support artists around the wo...

ZedBox Artists Plug🔌

Reach exclusive opportunities, independent artists and meaningful connections with ZedBox Music Africa LLC  We have a dedicated team that listens and curates thousands of songs every week, connecting the right artists to the right opportunities.

Music Release Campaign Plan 2024

What should be in your music release marketing plan? The big moment has arrived: You’ve completed your latest musical masterpiece and you’re ready to unleash it onto the world. But before that happens, you need a music release marketing plan—no matter what level you’re at in your career. Music marketing calendar plan Obviously, a music marketing plan doesn’t come together overnight. Start planting the seeds months in advance. In many cases, sooner is much, much better, especially if some of your plans involve time-sensitive elements. Identifying your target audience and growing your fanbase is also crucial so that when you’re ready to announce your new album, you already have a community that’s excited about it. If you’re ready to get started on your music release plan, follow these eight steps to make it happen. .1 Decide on your music marketing goals What do you actually want to accomplish with your music release? Your goals are entirely your own, and they can of course change over t...

Listening Party

What is a Listening Party? How does it work? Listening Parties are the audio-only flavor of Bandcamp Live that puts the focus entirely on your album. Listening Parties give you a chance to share your album with your community, build excitement, and chat with fans, without the added complications that come with video. You could host a Listening Party for a pre-order to give your fans an early preview of your album, for an album that is coming out on vinyl for the first time, or to showcase an album just because.  We designed Listening Parties to be as accessible as possible. These events are free - anyone with the link can tune in, and some additional interactions require a fan account (also free!). Just pick the album, choose a time, give it a brief description, and we’ll take care of the rest (though it helps to share the event on your social channels).  You don’t even need to start the album at showtime. The album will automatically begin playing from the first track and pro...

EPK

Electronic Press Kit, or EPK, helps you cut through the noise. Packaged in one place, an EPK is your professional resume and business card that makes it easy for music industry professionals such as managers, booking agents, venues, promoters, journalists, and more, to access and review your work.

Music Promotion Wizard

Royalty splits Make sure everyone who helped create your music gets their fair share when you sell your music online. Advanced metrics and trends Track your earnings and get insights into where, when and how much your songs are played. Instant Spotify verification Get your music on Spotify fast and customize your artist profile, pitch to playlists, and add a unique picture or video to your tracks. Promotion tools Your shareable promolink gives fans first access to your music online and lists everywhere your music can be heard. Cover song licensing Release your cover songs worry-free. We’ll handle licensing agreements with the original songwriter. Get your music discovered Use Network to tap into the professional services of creative marketing experts to expand the reach of your release.

Albums

 In August 2023, our Artists came together as one and released a joint compilation Album that featured more than 20 Artists both major & independent with an awesome project dubbed " "Dream  2 Reality" the album received positive feedback from listeners across the world. Stream & Download ⬇️: https://songwhip.com/zedboxmusicafrica

Tours/Shows/Concerts

 We take pride 🌈 in our artists and we are proud to announce that CREYCENT & Hilton G.N.L  performaned at local night clubs & hotels through our strong connections with industry giants and event organizers. CREYCENT Did 25 shows alone in 2023.

ZedBox Vibes

 ZedBox Vibes is a unique systematic feature that provides real-time data of an artist based on performance in streams, digital downloads, and view counts from various music platforms i.e Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, SoundCloud, Audiomack, Boomplay, Pandora, Tidal, Qobuz and Mdundo. ZedBox Vibes showcases demographic growth through analyzing data from an artist's profile by calculating overall performance in streams, hours played, countries, playlists adds, listeners, social media following and more. 

New Music Friday

New Music Friday is a playlist of new releases that updates every Friday. There are loads of different versions for different countries and regions. It's curated by our playlist editors-genre lifestyles and culture specialists with diverse backgrounds from all around the world. In general, we only include New Music only. #NewMusicFriday

Cheap Music Distribution

ZedBox: The best music distribution service for independent musicians. Music distribution is about getting your songs in front of the most people possible. That’s why thousands of independent creators from around the world use ZedBox to release their music across all major digital streaming platforms like Spotify, TikTok and YouTube Music. With ZedBox, you upload your tunes for a one-time fee of only $4.99 and we’ll take care of the rest, so you can focus on the things dreams are made of, like making money and growing your fan-base. Table of contents: What are music distribution services? How do I get my music distributed? How much does it cost to distribute my music? What platforms should I distribute my music on? How to distribute your music (with ZedBox Music) in 3 steps Things to consider before distributing your music What you should do once you distribute your music Common mistakes to avoid in music distribution Music distribution FAQs What are music distribution services? In sho...

Audio Production & Engineering

 How To Produce Music - 9 Steps to Get Started in Music Production Find out what it takes to become a music producer and what you need to produce professional songs in any genre. In this article, we give you 9 tips from Soundtrap's in-house producer team on how to get started. A male beat maker in the studio Music production is the art of taking a musical idea and turning it into a finished song. And because it is an art form, there is really no right or wrong way to produce music, what matters is the outcome.  Music production does typically, however, require some sense of creativity, an understanding of recording equipment and instruments, and knowledge of digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Soundtrap. So, to make your journey into music production easier, we have collected the best tips from Soundtrap’s in-house producer team on how to get started as a music producer, what production tools you need to be successful, and what it means to work professionally with music pro...