MUSIC FEATURES
DistroKid Launches “Direct”, Expanding Its Artist-Centered Ecosystem Beyond Distribution
DistroKid, the world’s largest distributor of music, has announced the launch of Direct — a new direct-to-fan platform that expands the company’s offerings beyond audio and video distribution.
Audiomack Upgrades its Tastemakers Program, Giving Music Curators Pro-Level Analytics
This update equips select music curators around the world, known as Tastemakers, with professional-grade analytics to track and optimize their playlist performance, reinforcing Audiomack’s commitment to highlighting new and emerging acts, no matter where they are.
Greater Philly Based Ophelia Moon Present “Avatar: Encryption Code”
Greater Philly based Ophelia Moon has just revealed their new single, "Avatar: Encryption Code", a cautionary song regarding the danger of artificial intelligence.
ARK IDENTITY Finds Beauty in the Chaos on His Surreal New EP, “Deluxe Nightmare”
Toronto dream-pop artist ARK IDENTITY (Noah Mroueh) unveils his most expansive work yet with Deluxe Nightmare, a surreal and euphoric six-track EP that captures the tension between chaos and clarity.
Eylsia Nicolas Unveils Her Latest Single “Wake Up in the Morning”
Eylsia Nicolas is a talented American singer-songwriter of Irish and Filipino heritage whose new song, “Wake Up in the Morning”, carries deep personal meaning. Listen to the track now!
Tracygirl Shares His New Song “LA State of Mind”
We are excited to share Tracygirl’s infectious new track “LA State of Mind” with you right now. Check it out and listen to more of his music on Spotify.
The Best DAWs for Emerging Music Producers
This NxtNow Music guide will walk you through some of the best Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) for emerging producers and help you figure out which one fits your workflow, budget and creative goals.
lurisEkero Drops His New Single, “Come To Me, I’m a Man”
With lurisEkero’s brand new release, “Come To Me, I’m a Man”, the beat is steady and pulsing, with layered production that creates a dreamlike atmosphere. Vocals are soft but commanding, gliding through the music like a second instrument.
Interscope Geffen A&M Records Announces HBCU Focused “Homecoming SZN Compilation Vol. 2”
Homecoming SZN Compilation Vol. 2 – available exclusively on vinyl, features a curated selection of Interscope catalog songs that capture the spirit, pride, and energy of HBCU culture.
Listen to “Miss You Like Crazy”, the New Track From Spleen United
“Miss You Like Crazy” marks Spleen United’s first release since last year’s trippy yet calm and warm album, ’The Blur of Zebras’. With this new single, the band leans into a more radical, dance- and rave-inspired sound.
Eylsia Nicolas Presents Her Latest Single “You’re My Baby Now 2”
Talented singer-songwriter Eylsia Nicolas is back with her brand new single “You’re My Baby Now 2”, and we’re stoked to share it with you now!
Top Strategies for Emerging Artists to Succeed in the Music Industry Heading into 2026
In this comprehensive guide, NxtNow Music will explore proven strategies tailored for emerging artists aiming to thrive in 2026. From personal branding and content distribution to marketing tactics and monetization, these tips are drawn from current trends like the rise of short-form content, AI integration, and blockchain for ownership.
Splice INSTRUMENT Unveils First Exclusive With John Legend’s Piano
Splice, the platform that powers music creation for millions of producers worldwide, has announced the release of the John Legend: Ordinary People Piano, bringing the piano sound at the heart of Legend’s celebrated ballad “Ordinary People” to Splice INSTRUMENT.
How to Make Your Friends Obsessed With Music
If you're the sort of person who loves music but your friends don’t, it can make you feel a little lonely. You know what you like, but they don’t seem to be coming along with you for the ride. So, what should you do in this situation? How can you get them into it? Here’s some ideas you could try!
Noah Zayden Unveils His Latest Track “No Sale La Luna”
Noah Zayden returns to NxtNow Music with his new track “No Sale La Luna”, which follows the last song we featured, entitled “Fuego”.
Top 15 Essential Tools and Resources for Emerging Artists in 2025
With digital tools for production, distribution, promotion, and fan engagement, indie artists can build sustainable careers from their home studios. This guide curates the best free and affordable resources to help you produce high-quality tracks, get your music heard, and monetize your passion.
Michael Defo Unveils His New Track “I Scream Inside”
Talented artist Michael Defo has just dropped his brand new single entitled “I Scream Inside”, and we’re excited to share it with you right now!
Ophelia Moon Share Their Lyric Video for “Taste Your Rose”
Ophelia Moon is a musical group in the greater Philadelphia area who just released their new single, "Taste Your Rose", written and performed by Darren O. Moon. The instrumental arrangement was composed and performed by Ricky Mazzamauro.
Vocana Connects With MassiveMusic to Build a Better Service for Indie Music
Vocana has joined forces with MassiveMusic (formerly 7digital, part of the Songtradr brand portfolio) to build a truly innovative music service devoted to indie music, user-centric payment, and more interaction and discovery.
Singer-Songwriter Eylsia Nicolas Returns With “Forever Can Wait”
Eylsia returns to NxtNow Music with her latest single “Forever Can Wait”, which follows her last track we featured, “A Beautiful Mess”. Listen to “Forever Can Wait” right now.
