MUSIC FEATURES
Divergent Drop “I Really Want To Love You (So Bad)” Lyric Clip
Bolstered by Divergent’s engrossing, R&B-inspired melody, the accompanying “I Really Want To Love You (So Bad)” lyric video subtly amplifies the indomitable pull of this bittersweet romance. Brought to life in collaboration with HIP Video Production…
NxtNow Music Launches Free Music Career Roadmap Generator for Emerging Artists and Producers
NxtNow Music announces the launch of Levels, a free, interactive music career roadmap generator available now on the NxtNow Music Accelerator hub.
SXSW: How Superfandom is Reshaping Music Streaming's Next Chapter
Streaming executives from SoundCloud, Audiomack, and Tuned Global say the future of music platforms lies in community, local scenes, and giving fans meaningful ways to participate, create, and shape what comes next.
Reinventing Radio: What a Century of Disruption Teaches the Audio Industry
Music Biz brings together audio industry leaders to discuss how broadcast radio survives each wave of technological change, and what comes next for connected cars, AI advertising, and participatory listening.
When Sound Drives Wellness: Music's Expanding Role in Health Platforms
During a panel at the 2025 Music Tectonics conference in Santa Monica, music and technology leaders at Tuned Global (Andrew Stess), Endel (Marina Guz) and Bluesound Professional (Graeme Harrison) discuss the intersection of art, tech, wellness and music.
Brazilian Artist Tollan Kim Unveils “Garden Aesthetic”
Tollan Kim’s new single, "Garden Aesthetic," perfectly defines this new chapter. With its relaxing beats and captivating melodies, it stands out from traditional lo-fi, cementing his reputation as the "King of Lo-fi" — or as some prefer, the pioneer of his own genre: Aesthetic Music.
Interview: Rap Fame’s Mission to Give Every Rapper a Shot
NxtNow Music connected with Rap Fame, one of the most powerful platforms empowering independent artists to create, compete, and connect directly from their phones, for an exclusive interview to discuss the platform’s origins, success stories and what’s next to come.
Scottychams Presents His Latest Track, “Another Dollar”
Check out the dope new track entitled "Another Dollar" from Toronto by way of Waterloo based rap artist Scottychams right now!
CASANDRA Reveals Her New EP, “ISLA TRANQUILITA”
Singer-songwriter and producer CASANDRA has unveiled her new 6-track EP, ISLA TRANQUILITA. Translating to “little island of peace,” the project is a deeply personal tribute to her late great aunt Teresa, a Cuban émigré who was a central source of comfort throughout her childhood in Miami.
The Transformative Power of Music: How it Shapes Human Development
Engaging with music throughout your life, regardless of your age or lifestage can completely shape how you think, feel and interact in the world, from infancy to adulthood. Check out some interesting and important information on the transformative power of music and how it has shaped human development.
Interview: Tuned Global’s Con Raso Talks About Streaming Service Manipulation Detection
Tuned Global Managing Director and Co-Founder Con Raso reconnected with NxtNow Music for an in-depth interview to discuss one of the music industry’s most timely topics: Streaming Service Manipulation Detection (SMD).
Rylai Releases His New Single/Video “Issues”
In the “Issues” music video, he drifts through “some of the loneliest scenes in New York” like a ghost, trapped in his own mind and fully in the thralls of his torment. Wandering through the contrasting industrial and natural landscapes of the city that never sleeps…
Rising Pop/R&B Artist Aubryanna Unveils “Safe”
Brand new to NxtNow Music is Aubryanna, an independent Pop and R&B singer-songwriter who just dropped her new single entitled "Safe".
Watch “The Wheel”, the Latest Clip From Greg Hoy
The music video for “The Wheel”, recorded, edited, and directed by Hoy himself, continues the thread of astute societal observation, stealthily commenting on the current state of governance and culture in North America.
Captains Of Entropy Present the Visual for "Ball Under Couch”
It took over three months for video collage artist Laura Matikainen to build and arrange the "Ball Under Couch" scenes by hand, elevating this eight-minute auditory adventure, recorded in sessions for The Flea & The Worm, into a mind-blowing kaleidoscopic experience.
Ozzie D. Unveils Her New “Step Up” Lyric Video
The couples featured in the “Step Up” lyric video, created in collaboration with HIP Video Productions, are everyday people like Ozzie and her former partner—and that’s entirely by design. While she hopes viewers won’t see themselves in these lovers, she knows many will.
Nuke the Soup Drop Their Live Performance Clip for “I Ride Alone”
Backed by the swaying scenery of the idyllic Pearlstone Amphitheater on a pleasant October afternoon, the “I Ride Alone” live performance video is as soothing as it gets, inviting listeners to pull up a lawn chair of their own, enjoy the unseasonably warm sunshine…
Ron Brunk Shares “Mostly I Love Cats” and “Snaggly”
West Virginia based singer-songwriter Ron Brunk has unveiled the music videos for his latest songs, “Mostly I Love Cats” and “Snaggly”. Watch both visuals now!
Owning Your Identity: Why Taylor Swift’s AI Trademark Strategy Matters
In an era where artificial intelligence can replicate voices, likenesses and even personality traits at scale, traditional legal frameworks are being stretched beyond their original intent. Public figures are no longer just protecting songs, films or brand assets, they are racing to secure ownership…
Taylor Swift, Katy Perry and Eminem: What Their Legal Battles Reveal About Music IP
In this article, globally recognised leading trademark lawyer Aparna Watal, Partner at Halfords IP, unpacks the key lessons from the IP (intellectual property) legal battles among iconic musicians, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Eminem.
