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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
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
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
How Ashley Ventura Builds Superstars, One Tour at a Time
Ashley Ventura has built her name in the world of touring, navigating the high-stakes, fast-moving industry as one of the most...
Feb 15
R&B Singer Kennedy Ryon’s Self-Funded Tour Proves the Power of Fan Support
Independent artist Kennedy Ryon is rewriting the playbook for rising musicians. In a time when touring costs are skyrocketing, the...
Feb 12
Rakim Launches AI-Powered Fintech Platform for Indie Artists
Rakim, a name synonymous with hip-hop royalty, is breaking new ground in the world of finance. The legendary MC, known for...
Jan 30
The Evolution of Complex: From Culture Curator to Advertising Giant
Complex, a brand once synonymous with the pulse of hip hop, streetwear, and youth culture, is now in a pivotal stage of evolution. In a...
Nov 8, 2024
Twitch's New DJ Program Breaks Barriers, Raises Royalty Questions
Twitch is making waves in the music world with its newly announced DJ Program, giving DJs a legal avenue to livestream mainstream music...
Nov 1, 2024
Why Kendrick Lamar’s Non-Traditional Interview Could Signal a Shift in Hip Hop Media
In a recent move that caught the industry’s attention, Kendrick Lamar chose to conduct an in-depth interview outside the traditional hip...
Oct 29, 2024
Tips for Artists in 2025 from Sean "Brandman" Taylor of No Labels Necessary
Sean Brandman Taylor, co-founder of No Labels Necessary, a music-first marketing agency, recently shared his insights on how artists...
Oct 28, 2024
Dom Kennedy Reflects on Challenges to Bringing “Yellow Album” to Streaming Platforms
West Coast rapper Dom Kennedy recently opened up about the ongoing struggle to get his 2012 Yellow Album on streaming platforms like...
Oct 23, 2024
Tommy Richman Submits Million Dollar Baby for Grammy Rap Categories After Saying He’s "Not a Hip Hop Artist"
Tommy Richman’s viral TikTok hit Million Dollar Baby is set to compete in the rap categories at the 2025 Grammys, despite the artist’s...
Oct 23, 2024
Cardo Sells Part of Publishing Catalog to Kilometre Music Group
In a significant move in the world of music publishing, Grammy-winning producer Cardo (Ronald Latour Jr.) has sold part of his music...
Oct 12, 2024
"Kendrick and Rihanna Decline Coachella: What This Means for the Festival’s Future"
As ticket sales lag and major headliners decline, the festival faces a reckoning with its star power gaps Christopher Polk/Contributor...
Oct 7, 2024
Why Artists Should Be on EVEN: 7 Key Insights from CEO Mag Rodriguez
Photo: Courtesy of EVEN In an exclusive interview with Mag Rodriguez , CEO of the EVEN platform , on the One More Time Podcast , he...
Oct 3, 2024
Hip-Hop's Old Guard Reigns Supreme: A Changing of the Guard?
2024 has been a banner year for hip-hop, with more chart-topping hits and albums than in all of 2023. However, a closer look reveals a...
Sep 17, 2024
LaRussell's Bold Experiment: Fans as Investors
Photo Credit: (Jason Hayes) In a move that's shaking up the music industry, independent hip-hop artist LaRussell is pioneering a new...
Sep 17, 2024
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