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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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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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Bypass: You could pay rent with music soon?! + Spotify fights AI

Spotify removes 75 million AI spam tracks and launches new filter. Living Wage for Musicians Act proposes penny-per-stream minimum while Facebook debuts Fan Challenges tool. Essential updates for independent artists navigating streaming economics and platform changes.

October 1, 2025
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Bypass: YouTube's new tools + fan conversion + data rights

YouTube Music launches countdown timers and superfan features for artists. Temple by Groover offers new fan conversion tools while OpenPlay raises millions to fight distributor data control. Essential updates for independent musicians building direct fan relationships.

September 26, 2025
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Bypass: Why going viral won't save you + Spotify news

New research shows viral TikTok music doesn't convert to streaming fans. Spotify ends shuffle-only mode for free users while TikTok ban gets extended, giving independent artists more discovery time.

September 23, 2025
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