NxtNow Music connected with Bruna Pontes from LANDR for an in-depth Q&A to discuss how the creative platform has evolved way beyond its roots as an AI mastering tool. She shares her thoughts on the company’s vision, what ethical AI means at LANDR, and much more!

Grammy-nominated, gold-certified, songwriter and powerhouse vocalist HAYLA, one of electronic music’s most recognizable voices, is set to return to North America for the ‘The Dark Tour', kicking off in Chicago on August 6th.

Avex Music Group (AMG) has announced a $100 million initial commitment to acquire premier music publishing catalogs, music publishing companies, and culturally significant copyrights over the next 12 months, representing phase one of the company’s global publishing catalog acquisition strategy.

NxtNow Music connects with PassPass CEO Edgel Groves, Jr. in an exclusive interview, diving deep into the story behind the viral giveaway platform. Discover how PassPass was created, why PassPass for Artists is revolutionizing music discovery, and how artists are leveraging it to grow their fanbase faster than ever.

Tuned Global, the leading music cloud platform, is pleased to announce the introduction of a streaming Service Manipulation Detection (SMD) solution as a new, dedicated offering for rights holders and streaming service clients.

Splice is introducing a new suite of tools -- Variations, Craft, and Magic Fit -- that allow producers to transform and adapt sounds using AI. This ensures the original sample creators are compensated not only for downloads but also for AI-generated outputs derived from their work.

With over 20 million tracks uploaded, 1M monthly active users, generated over $15M in revenue with over $450,000 awarded to independent artists, UK based app Rap Fame has grown into a global hub for emerging talent.

NxtNow Music recently spoke with Con Raso, Managing Director of Tuned Global, about the company’s mission to move the wellness and fitness industry beyond automated soundscapes and how its cloud music platform is powering meaningful partnerships with forward-thinking brands like Lululemon and MediMusic.

Releasing new music today doesn’t require a massive label budget. With the right selection of high-efficiency tools, you can get your song from your DAW to Spotify and Apple Music for less than $100, while maintaining professional standards in sound and visuals. Here is the step-by-step blueprint for a high-impact, low-cost release.

Music discovery is increasingly moving beyond traditional platforms, with real-world experiences emerging as a new channel.PassPass, known for its viral scavenger hunts and giveaways, has launched PassPass for Artists, opening its platform to musicians and teams looking to reach fans beyond streaming platforms.

Soundlink, a music marketing startup that closes the gap between social media advertising and streaming results, has raised $2 million in a seed round led by Create Music Group.

Created by the indie-only streaming platform Vocana in partnership with Sonicbids, the “Pay the Artists” live series guarantees artists a $200 minimum, offers fans subsidized tickets, and shines a spotlight on local indie venues.

This guide walks through the full process of posting music on Spotify, from preparing your track to getting it live on the platform using a distributor.

What started as instructors playing playlists from consumer apps has evolved into fully licensed, data-driven music ecosystems powering everything from connected fitness platforms to global sports brands. This article, featuring Tuned Global’s Con Raso, explores how music is becoming a strategic product layer inside fitness, sport and wellness experiences.

A number of NFL players and legends gathered in Hollywood and Santa Monica this week for a music industry career immersion experience designed to give athletes a behind-the-scenes look at how major record labels operate and to explore potential career opportunities beyond professional sports.

The Circuit Group, a powerhouse collective of world-class artist managers turning creative vision into global ventures for iconic artists, has announced the launch of Beat Switch Music Services.

Mogul, the unified royalty management platform, has raised $5 million in a funding round led by the Yamaha Innovations Fund and is using the moment to launch a new Catalog Valuation Center aimed at helping artists better understand what their music is actually worth.

Drawing from industry insights, including reports from Billboard and Universal Production Music, this guide highlights the top 10 trends that could define your sound this year. Whether you're a bedroom producer experimenting with free sample packs or an indie artist pitching to playlists, understanding these will give you an edge.

Openstage’s Ticket Unlocks change that by putting genuine fans first and returning value to the artists, crew, and promoters who make live music possible. With Ticket Unlocks, artists run invite-only sales by giving each fan personalized access tied to their identity.

Most indie artists earn pennies from streaming and struggle to be discovered. Vocana’s new partnership with Symphonic aims to change that by prioritizing fairer payouts, human-led discovery, and direct artist-fan connection.