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Alana Bonilla

Nashville

Associate Editor at Hypebot

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  • 1 day ago | hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla

    In a digital-first industry, physical music sales and merch offer something streaming never can: a real, lasting connection with fans. Learn how to turn every sale into a meaningful moment that builds loyalty, buzz, and a fanbase that sticks around. by Randi Zimmerman via Symphonic BlogIn an industry taken over by stream and algorithm chasing, giving your audience something they can physically hold onto can set you apart from the crowd in a big way. Physical products create moments of connection.

  • 1 day ago | hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla

    1990s music fads came and went, but today’s viral songs and stars fade even faster. Using Spotify’s Top 50 charts, Chartmetric uncovered the fleeting nature of modern pop stardom and looked at why songs are peaking faster than ever. by Daniel Parris via ChartmetricThis essay was originally published in collaboration with Chartmetric for Stat Significant, a weekly newsletter that features data-driven essays on movies, music, and TV.

  • 2 days ago | hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla

    Even as streaming dominates music and the music industry, grassroots and DIY live music spaces remain the heart of real music culture. Learn how they build community and launch careers even in an increasingly algorithm-driven world. by Alfie Amadeus via Decent Music PRThere’s no question that streaming has taken over the music industry. CD and vinyl sales, though important for emerging artists, are no longer a reliable income source.

  • 2 days ago | hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla

    Too many musicians miss out on money because they don’t understand how music royalties actually work. Music and tech exec Drew Thurlow offers a guide to music copyrights and royalties that breaks down four key income streams. by Drew Thurlow on LinkedIn From the post:More than 90% of people in music don’t understand how copyrights & royalties work. Here are all the royalties a song earns, in order of when they began.

  • 2 days ago | hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla

    Social media algorithms in 2025 may seem complex, but they all run the same basic repetitive test measuring how people interact with content. This guide breaks down how artists can work with, not against, these systems to boost visibility without burning out. by CARLO KIKSEN from The Fanbase BuilderUnderstanding the repetitive test that drives content distribution.

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