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Bypass newsletter header about Tidal's $100K contest and music sync opportunities

Win $100K + sync shortcuts + contract warnings

Tidal launches $1M contest offering 10 independent artists $100K each through Upload Headliners program. Catalog sync platform connects indies with premium placements while NewJeans contract dispute highlights legal risks for unsigned artists.

November 17, 2025
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Flip Your Playlist Strategy + Nov 30 Deadline

Expert playlist pitching strategies require 7-day advance submissions with proper metadata. Bandsintown High Notes recap deadline November 30 for touring artists. UK startup Dune launches fan investment platform offering music stakes without royalty sharing.

November 13, 2025
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TikTok hacks, dead reviews, and a free plugin worth keeping

Sophia James gains 34 million TikTok views with seven-video strategy for single 'So Unfair.' Music PR experts declare album reviews obsolete as streaming reshapes discovery. AudioThing offers free Things Fold wavefolder plugin with 10,000 licenses available.

October 24, 2025
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$8K in plugins (for free) + a contract tool for indies

IK Multimedia Group Buy offers $8,000 in plugins for $30 including AmpliTube 5. Instagram prioritizes Reels and DMs over static posts for artist reach. Clearnote launches beta platform for music collaboration contracts and split sheets.

October 22, 2025
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beatBread’s $100M + NINA’s Payouts

beatBread launches $100M Global Independence Fund for artist advances without label control. NINA introduces pay-your-fans promotion model while TikTok's SoundOn distribution propels Tkandz to UK Top 30 with free service and 100% first-year royalties.

October 18, 2025
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Bypass newsletter header about SoundCloud social features and Splice INSTRUMENT launch

Free reach, free sounds — SoundCloud + Splice updates

SoundCloud launches social discovery feeds with trending trackwall feature. Splice INSTRUMENT replaces Spitfire LABS offering free and premium sounds. Buffer research reveals optimal TikTok posting frequency of 2-5 times weekly for maximum engagement.

October 15, 2025
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Two deadlines that matter

Facebook Reels prioritizes same-day content with 50% more visibility. Spotify Wrapped artist videos deadline November 14 for reaching top fans. Bandcamp Friday returns December 5 offering 100% sales to independent artists.

October 10, 2025
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Spotify's CEO is out + Amazon's monthly Wrapped

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek transitions to Executive Chairman role amid artist exodus over defense investments. Amazon Music launches monthly Insights feature while White House opens public comments on AI regulation affecting musicians. Key updates for independent artists.

October 3, 2025
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