Con Raso, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Tuned Global, and Jeff Sloan, Founder and CEO at FanLabel, connected with NxtNow Music for an in-depth interview to discuss their partnership, how Tuned Global's music cloud platform supports FanLabel’s SongPicks, and the future of music gamification and interactive fan experiences.

For many independent artists, the dream of making a living from music can feel distant when relying solely on streaming. To build a sustainable career, you need to think beyond the stream and create a diverse set of income sources that connect you directly with your fans.

DistroKid, the world's leading music distributor, has announced that CVC Capital Partners, one of the world's leading private markets investment firms, has signed a definitive agreement to make a majority investment in the company via CVC Capital Partners IX.

DECAP is partnering with Splice (the largest and most popular music sample aggregator in the world, with a catalog containing hundreds of millions of royalty-free sounds) to launch a new sample label exclusive to the Splice. This label will release regular new sound packs by DECAP and carefully selected artists and producers that reflect the spirit of Drums That Knock.

In NxtNow Music’s latest in-depth interview with Tuned Global’s Con Raso, he opens up about the exciting shift happening in music streaming — moving away from passive, algorithm-driven listening toward deeper community engagement and true superfandom.

The three-minute visual for “Catch Me” plays out like a complete feature film, with no shortage of tense card games in neon-shrouded casinos, illegal motorcycle chases through foreign streets, and nail-biting brawls, all paying tribute to the sleek, seductive world of Bond.

Opening with a heartfelt dedication, the "Cover You in Flowers" music video distills Grace's mission, and Reimagine's, into a single sentence: "Her wish was for people to talk more openly about death." Determined to honor that wish, Wolfe documents Grace's loving environment before, during, and after her passing.

There may be no better place in the world to film the “Lying Down” music video than Sandefur’s new stomping grounds in Pensacola, Florida. A shimmering coastal community on the Gulf of America with deep roots in American history, Pensacola carries the kind of living

The music video for "HonkyTonk Degree" leans fully into the delightfully rowdy, boot-scuffing atmosphere of the modern-day home of honky tonk. All this self-proclaimed Professor of Party needs is a friend, a camera, a couple of nice hats, and a guitar, and that is exactly how the video unfolds.

Almost immediately, the "Feel The Love" music video radiates levity, unfurling a heartwarming meet-cute sparked by a bold introduction on the London Underground. Once strangers, the flirtatious pair quickly forge a close bond, flitting from one corner of the city to the next with uninhibited spontaneity.

Directed by Doane himself, the “I Know” music video reflects his theatrical background, unfolding like a stage production brought to life on screen. From the opening moment at the piano, viewers are drawn into a stripped-down…

In the "Me Embrujaste" music video, directed by Ed Sanchez, Embrujaste turns the traditional imagery of curanderismo on its head, exploring what happens when "happily ever after" is just one bite away.

Rather than diving headfirst into a romantic affair, the “Roses” music video opens by flashing back to Benzo Trill’s military career, juxtaposing the young, untested man who first enlisted—and quickly found himself in trouble—with the strong, unflinching man who eventually left that world behind for good.

It only made sense that director Marcelle Abela drew elements from Rita’s real life and personality into the "Rita's Song" music video, from the places she’s lived to the gardens she’s cultivated, showing the world that it’s never too late to follow one’s heart.

Carrying that dream forward into uncertain days, "No Kings" remains less a proclamation than a question, as people stand hand in hand, prevailing against the powers that continue to try to strike their constitution down.

In the “Over” music video, an array of human archetypes emerges from their dwellings, returning to one of humanity's most primordial rituals as they confront the end of things.

"For Your Love" is the ultimate declaration of devotion, the unbreakable testament of a lover who won't let anything stand in the way of the person they adore most in the world. Check out the Bridgerton inspired clip now!

Tuned Global, the music cloud platform, is proud to announce a new milestone in its long-standing partnership with FanLabel, a music gamification and prediction market entertainment company that turns real-world music performance data into interactive fan experiences.

Linder Ave Band’s single, “What Are the Chances”, is a bright, feel‑good pop‑rock track about the unexpected ways people cross paths and fall in love. Built on warm guitars, a driving groove, and an instantly memorable hook, the song blends modern pop polish with classic rock charm.

Rap Fame, the #1 hip hop creation and community platform, recently released Rap League, a gamified ecosystem that rewards independent hip hop artists for actively creating, collaborating with and supporting other artists.