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From Building 10K to Leading Atlantic: Elliot Grainge at Trapital Summit
Elliot Grainge, the CEO of Atlantic, brought a candid yet calculated perspective to the Trapital Summit stage. Having built 10K Projects...
Sep 15
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CEO Andrea Gleeson Explains How TuneCore Helps Artists Find Their Audience
Andrea Gleeson, the CEO of TuneCore, brought a clear voice to the Trapital Summit with a focus on independence and artist empowerment. In...
Sep 15
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Apple Music VP Oliver Schusser on Streaming’s Future and Global Growth
Oliver Schusser, the Vice President of Apple Music and International Content, brought both insight and perspective to the Trapital Summit...
Sep 15
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Green Tea Studios Hosts Jamilio for a Strategy Session on Music Survival
In a packed industry workshop hosted by Green Tea Studios and held at Live Bash filled with rising creatives, seasoned pros and music...
Sep 15
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LaRussell Rolls Out $1,000 Fan Package with Live Experience and Equity Perks
LaRussell is raising the bar once again on what it means to be independent. The Vallejo rapper continues to refine his Proud 2 Pay model...
Aug 28
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Ray Daniels Unpacks Success, Self-Investment, and Authenticity on The Jay Hill Podcast at Invest Fest
Music executive Ray Daniels, known for his work with iconic names such as Lizzo and NLE Choppa and a deep understanding of the industry,...
Aug 25
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Billboard Takes a Trip to the Pergola
Independent Bay Area artist LaRussell is redefining live music with a backyard concert model that centers on accessibility, community...
Aug 11
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Joey Bada$$ Blames Columbia for Latest Album Delay and Warns Indie Artists
Joey Bada$$ has confirmed that his upcoming album will not arrive on its originally planned release date, and he’s placing the blame on...
Jul 31
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Suno Took Tens of Millions of Songs — Now the Lawsuit Moves Ahead and How You Can Get Involved
Music attorney and artist advocate Miss Krystle is leading a growing wave of independent creators taking legal action against AI music...
Jul 14
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Miss Krystle Breaks Down the HITS Act—and Warns Artists Not to Fall for the Hype
As news spreads about a new $150,000 tax break for musicians, entertainment attorney and artist Miss Krystle wants indie artists to pump...
Jul 11
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Protect Your Music, Your Royalties, and Your Future—Even from AI. Music Attorney Miss Krystle Walks Through Copyright Registration
For independent artists looking to protect their music and establish legal proof of ownership, copyright registration is an essential—and...
Jul 8
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Cabrea Casey Pulls Back the Curtain on Publishing: Essential Lessons for Independent Artists
In the music industry, the creative magic of songwriting often collides with the cold, calculated world of rights management and...
Jun 23
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Suno, Udio Lawsuit Update: AI Firms Admit to Copying Tens of Millions of Songs
Top music attorney and longtime independent artist advocate Miss Krystle is leading a major class action lawsuit against AI music...
Jun 19
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From the Inside Out: A Former Label Exec Talks Culture, Contracts, and the Cost of Success
"Nobody gets handed a seat at the table. You build your own chair, drag it in, and hope someone doesn’t pull it out from under you."...
May 15
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No Labels Necessary Shares 10 Essential Tips for Crowdfunding Your Next Music Project
No Labels Necessary, the music business YouTube channel hosted by Brandman Sean and Kory, dropped a valuable guide for independent...
May 13
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The Legacy of Leadership: Inside TDE's Rise With Punch
In a rare, reflective conversation with Curtiss King, Terrence "Punch" Henderson, president of Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), traced the...
Apr 22
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Instagram in 2025: What Artists Need to Know to Stay Visible and Paid
The playing field on Instagram has changed—again. And for independent artists navigating the blurred lines of creativity, culture, and...
Apr 17
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Snoop Dogg Walks Away from Spotify, Embraces Web3 with Tune.FM
Snoop Dogg has never been afraid to shake things up, and his latest move proves just that. The hip-hop mogul and tech-savvy entrepreneur...
Mar 3
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xJ-Will on Sync Licensing: Lessons from 2,000+ TV, Film, and Commercial Music Placements
In an era where artists struggle to turn streams into sustainable income, sync licensing is proving to be one of the most reliable...
Feb 28
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How to Promote Your Song for $1,000: No Labels Necessary Breaks It Down
For independent artists trying to break into the industry, budgeting for promotion can be tricky. A $1,000 marketing budget might seem...
Feb 21
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