Tuned Global has partnered with Sona, a new artist-centric streaming platform, to help launch the company’s innovative streaming music service and marketplace, sona.stream. Tuned Global will provide content delivery, tools, and reporting services for Sona, as it rethinks the streaming music model to benefit artists and fans worldwide.

SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, has announced that award-winning artist, actor, author, and activist Common was honored with the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award for his advocacy with the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA).

In a celebration of young talent and creativity, Race Council Cymru proudly presented the National Black History Wales Youth Award in the Creative Industries category to Josh Whyte, the talented Cardiff based artist/producer, aka Blank Face, and co-founder of NxtNow. This prestigious accolade acknowledges his exceptional contributions as a young trailblazer in the creative realm.

We Are Moving The Needle, a non-profit organization that is radically reshaping the future of the recording industry by empowering women producers and engineers, present the first annual Resonator Awards on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in Los Angeles.

SymphonyOS, the AI-powered marketing platform for creators, is announcing the launch of artist-empowering Pre-Save integrations for listeners on Audiomack and SoundCloud. This activation supports artists in earning more streams for released projects while opening up new discovery methods for listeners on these platforms.

Beatport.io, Beatport’s next-generation digital marketplace, announced Disclosure - Bronze Editions, a collaboration between acclaimed electronic music duo Disclosure and the cutting-edge AI technology of Bronze.

DistroKid, the world’s largest distributor of independent music, has just unveiled its first-ever mobile app for Android. Earlier this year the company launched its first mobile app for iOS which to date has been downloaded more that half a million times.

BeatStars, the world’s #1 marketplace for buying and selling beats, has just announced a partnership with software developer Resonant Cavity, creators of the popular mobile studio and vocal effects app Voloco.

Music production school IO Music Academy has announced their new scholarship in partnership with There Is A Light (TIAL) Foundation. Dedicated to educating the next generation of aspiring music producers, applications are due on January 1, 2024, with winners set to be announced on January 9th.

NxtNow Music caught up with Jacquelle Horton, Founder/CEO of Fave, for an exclusive interview to discuss its new FanFinder feature, how she originally came up with the idea for the Fave platform, her advice for new founders, and much more.

In today's competitive music industry, it's more important than ever for emerging artists and music producers to have a strong brand. A strong brand will help you stand out from the crowd, attract fans, and build a successful career. Check out NxtNow’s recommendations for how to elevate your music brand and be successful in the music industry.

With Lyte Returnable Ticket, Lyte is reimagining the ticketing experience for both fans and event creators. In addition to being the first platform of its kind to seamlessly meld onsale and ticket exchanges into one experience, Lyte eases the burden of presales, price determination, and the distribution of tickets to fans via Lyte Subscribe & Request, SmartPricing, and Smartfulfillment.

The music industry, a vibrant and ever-evolving landscape, is home to a plethora of talented music creators striving for recognition and success. For emerging artists and music producers, the journey can be both exhilarating and challenging. Check out our list of 10 easy ways to build a successful music career.

SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, has announced that legendary hard rock band Metallica has been awarded the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award as one of the most streamed acts in the organization’s 20-year history.

Splice, the platform that helps music creators bring their ideas to life, has just unveiled Aaroh, a new sample label representing the samples and sounds of South Asia. To celebrate the launch, Aaroh has released five distinct sample packs representing a sonic exploration of musical styles and instruments of one of the most creative regions in the world.

In today's digital age, it's more important than ever for emerging artists to have a strong online presence. With so many platforms and tools available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Check out our recommendations for emerging artists to promote their new music online.

Introducing the groundbreaking NxtNow Matchmaker, an AI-powered tool designed to empower artists and music producers with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in today's competitive music industry.

Pioneering B2B music services provider, Tuned Global, has announced recent additions to the company’s partnerships in North and Sub-Saharan Africa, including Jumamo, Sewasew, and Tieme Music.

Growing a fan base as an independent artist can be challenging, but it's definitely possible with the right strategies. Check out NxtNow’s most effective and recommended ways to reach new listeners, build a loyal following and make more money.

Leading AI-powered music platform Moises is announcing an exciting new partnership with HYPERREAL®. Together, these companies will usher in a new future of virtual entertainment, as Moises’s advanced voice models will be used to add realistic voices to HYPERREAL’s exceptional audio/visual content.