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Understanding Spotify Playlists:
Over the years of helping independent artists promote their music, I’ve gained a solid understanding of how Spotify works behind the scenes. It’s a complex system that can be confusing, especially if you’re expecting immediate results from playlist placements or promotions. That’s why I want to take a moment to explain how it all works — and how you can use it to your advantage as an artist.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
Do Artists Get Paid to Perform at Hot 97 Summer Jam? Here's the Real Deal. By NWO Sparrow
Every June, the tri-state locks in on Hot 97 Summer Jam like it’s the Super Bowl of hip-hop. Artists fly in, fans flood wherever the big show will be hosted that year between New York and New Jersey. Surprise guests pop out, and the culture gets its annual fireworks show. But behind the lights, the social media recaps, and the flexed out setlists — one question always lingers among the casuals , Do the artists actually get paid to perform at Summer Jam?
By NWO SPARROW7 months ago in Beat
Myth, Magic, and Melody
In the ever-evolving world of classical music, where tradition meets experimentation, the duo Ununk Oh and Ununk has made a powerful and enchanting entrance. Their debut album, Fairy Queen, released in April 2025, is a luminous 12-track journey that weaves rich orchestration, cinematic storytelling, and timeless beauty into a single, hour-long odyssey.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
Learn the Beat
There’s a moment every new drummer experiences — the first time your hands and feet seem to act as one, locking into a rhythm that feels right. Whether you're jamming with a band or just practicing in your room, mastering essential drum beats is what separates a casual player from a skilled musician.
By Muhammad Asim7 months ago in Beat
Sarah Arthur Project Fuses Folk Music and Social Justice in Transformative New Album, Dropping July 4th
In an era where music continues to amplify calls for change, the Sarah Arthur Project emerges as a powerful voice for social consciousness wrapped in the soothing textures of folk storytelling. Slated for release this Independence Day, Sarah Arthur, the Spiritual Journey of an American Jewish Woman is more than an album—it’s a timely exploration of identity, justice, and the pursuit of peace.
By Dena Falken Esq7 months ago in Beat
Lewis Stevenson Is Turning Stillness into Sound
In a fast-paced music world where louder often means better, Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Stevenson is making a name for himself by doing the opposite: slowing things down, stripping them back, and letting emotion lead the way.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
DJ Peter Doyard Levels Up with Hard-Hitting Debut Single “Next Level”
In a music world that never stops evolving, DJ Peter Doyard has arrived with a sound that demands attention. Bursting onto the scene with style, confidence, and an ear for impactful production, Doyard introduces himself to the world with his debut single, Next Level.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
Fahda Romie: The Quasar of Jamaican Dancehall-Trap Fusion
Born and raised on the vibrant island of Jamaica, Fahda Romie—real name Jerome Downes—is an emerging musical force redefining the boundaries of genre and geography. With roots deep in the rich soil of Jamaican culture and an ear attuned to the global soundscape, Fahda Romie blends the raw, pulsating energy of dancehall with the gritty edge of American trap and the hard-hitting patterns of UK drill.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
