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3 days ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
Thinking about pressing vinyl, CDs, or cassettes? Here’s how to know if your music, fanbase, and budget are ready to turn those streams into something fans can actually hold with this “Indie Artist’s Guide to Physical Music Releases.”by Randi Zimmerman via Symphonic BlogPrinting physical music isn’t just for legacy acts and audiophiles. For indie artists, it can actually be a smart move if you’re ready for it.
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3 days ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
Orchestras punctuate performance at Coachella in 2025, with the Los Angeles Philharmonic performing with art Laufey, LL Cool J, and Zedd, highlighting the growing intersection of orchestral music with pop, hip-hop, and electronic genres. by Harry Levin via ChartmetricWhen Coachella is in full swing, surprise guest performances dominate the news cycle.
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3 days ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
With the internet and digital technologies driving rapid change within the music industry, articles about new releases and who has been hired and fired are no longer enough. Our up to the minute industry news alongside insightful commentary helps our readers sift through the rumors and developments to find the information they need to keep their businesses moving forward.
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5 days ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
With the internet and digital technologies driving rapid change within the music industry, articles about new releases and who has been hired and fired are no longer enough. Our up to the minute industry news alongside insightful commentary helps our readers sift through the rumors and developments to find the information they need to keep their businesses moving forward.
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6 days ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
View counts dominate every social platform – but are view counts real on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram , Facebook and more? Bobby Owsinski explores the truth about views and how misleading metrics are fooling creators, advertisers, and audiences alike. by Bobby Owsinski via Music 3.0Views are the most visible and celebrated metric on the internet, and every platform from YouTube to TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and even X and Threads prominently features view counts.
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6 days ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
Is your “public” information and data training Big Tech’s AI without your knowledge? Chris Castle explores AI data scraping and how tech giants often blur the line between “publicly available” and “free for the taking.”Op-ed by Chris Castle via Music Tech PolicyLet’s be clear: It is not artificial intelligence as a technology that’s the existential threat. It’s the people who make the decisions about how to train and use artificial intelligence that are the existential threat.
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1 week ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
The Spotify 1000 stream rule has stripped artists of $47 million in royalties, according to Disc Makers CEO Tony van Veen. After Hypebot published this article a Spotify spokesperson reached out to rebut some of the data. We have published Spotify’s statement in full at end of this articleby Tony van Veen via Disc Makers BlogMaking money is important to any artist — but it’s even more crucial for independent artists like you.
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1 week ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
Want results on Meta’s Facebook and Instagram without big spending? Brian Hazard breaks down how SubmitHub and ads on Meta might be the current best low-cost promo tool for indie artists. by Brian Hazard via Passive PromotionI recently wrote about two excellent services that create high quality Meta ad campaigns on your behalf: Southworth Media and Members Media. Pricing starts at $750 and $1095 respectively.
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1 week ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
Music publishing is a crucial part of running a successful indie label, and missing it means leaving money on the table. This guide to music publishing breaks down the essentials to support your artists, collect every royalty owed, and grow the smart way. by Randi Zimmerman via Symphonic BlogNow, publishing may not be the most glamorous part of the music industry, but it’s definitely one of the most important parts there is.
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1 week ago | 
hypebot.com | Alana Bonilla
Tired of blurry headers and awkwardly cropped Reels? This social media image sizes 2025 guide has all the info you need to make sure content always looks sharp, professional, and platform-ready. by Randi Zimmerman via Symphonic BlogIf you’re an active social media user, you don’t need to be told how important accurate image sizing is on socials.
