Did Spotify Purge Indie Artist Music January 1, 2021?!?

Several clients of mine have brought this to my attention, so I thought I would address it here.

It appears that on January 1, 2021, Spotify enacted a massive, global takedown of music from thousands of independent artists. Upon information and belief, some 750,000 songs were removed, the vast majority of which appear to have used Distrokid for distribution.

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Why Your Digital Presence Will Be Really Important In 2021

2020. What a year, huh? The music industry has been hit really hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, with live music (and live entertainment in general) being especially affected.

But rather than looking back on this year, that most of us would probably like to forget, I’d like to look forward to 2021 and share some thoughts on why I think your digital presence is going to be even more important in 2021.

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Five Ways To Promote Your Music As An Independent Singer-Songwriter

Sometimes it’s hard for an independent singer-songwriter to change gears from creation to promotion and figure out where to start promoting their new release, some of these examples may be obvious but I hope they help! Here are some ways I’ve been promoting my new EP “Life Gets Strange”.

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3 Things To Remember For Amateur Musicians

Music is one of the most fundamental human pursuits, an ancient art form and a modern fascination alike. It stands to reason, then, that many people find themselves entranced by what music can be and what it can do, and these people often want to attempt to become musicians themselves. Doing so will require a lot of hard work, but these tips can help you get started.

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Five Tips For Aspiring Musicians

When I was a kid I took guitar lessons. In this short article I want to share a few tips that helped me.

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Tuning Into Your Muse

What is the source of inspiration? Creators of all types struggle with this question and yearn to find their muse.

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Building A Community Around Your Music In Show4me App

Growing your fanbase and keeping it engaged is your key task when creating a sustainable music career or business. Your fans keep buying your music, concert tickets, and merch, providing you with steady profits.

One of the new tools you can use without any investment to engage, develop, and interact with your fanbase is Show4me app for fans.

The app offers an immersive world of music, shows, and socializing where fans can dive into your content, see your posts in ad-free feed, get notified when you interact with them and when your online concert is starting.

Let’s see what the app has to offer and if these tools fit your needs.

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4 Ways To Prepare For A Wedding Music Gig

When it comes to making a wedding special, a DJ is a big part of it. While you likely have lots of experience under your belt, you still may get a little nervous when the big day rolls around. Here are four things you can do to properly prepare yourself for your next wedding music gig.

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MusicThinkTank Weekly Recap: Using Electronic Music In Education

• Alper Tuzcu | 4 Ways Electronic Music Can Be Utilized In Music Education 
• Owen Davie | 4 Musical Projects To Pursue This Winter
• Carter Lee | How Did Your Parents Influence Your Taste In Music?
• Maryn Mcdonnell | How To Plan A Successful Music Festival That Everyone Loves

4 Ways Electronic Music Can Be Utilized In Music Education

Many of us have had our first music learning experiences while trying to play a tune with a recorder in music class. Studies show that the first point of music exposure for students is important, as it can direct the future music interests and prospects of an individual.

However, chances are low that the recorder in the music schools will garner the interest of the new generation of students. In fact, according to this article in The Guardian, the number of music students in 9th grade in the UK actually dropped by 22% between 2010 and 2015.

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4 Musical Projects To Pursue This Winter

While there have been some optimistic murmurings of live music returning in 2021, nothing is certain, and regardless of positive developments down the line, winter of 2020/21 seems certain to bring with it more of the social isolation we’ve become so familiar with. Fortunately for bands and artists, we already have an established creative outlet readymade for dealing with the challenges of isolations, challenges magnified by the darkest season of the year. When buckling up for a winter that may feel longer than most, consider taking on some of these musical projects.

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How Did Your Parents Influence Your Taste In Music?

Many of us have had our first music learning experiences while trying to play a tune with a recorder in music class. Studies show that the first point of music exposure for students is important, as it can direct the future music interests and prospects of an individual.

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How To Plan A Successful Music Festival That Everyone Loves

Planning a successful music festival with the correct steps can make the event fun and worthwhile for everyone. When it comes time to planning a festival, we all do what we can to make sure it will stay memorable and successful. Here are several tips on how you can plan a successful song festival without any stress.

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