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Apple Music for Artists: How to Use the Dashboard to Grow Your Audience
Distribution12 min read

Apple Music for Artists: How to Use the Dashboard to Grow Your Audience

A complete guide to Apple Music for Artists in 2026. Learn how to claim your profile, read your analytics, understand Apple Music's higher per-stream payouts, and use the platform's tools to reach more listeners and earn more from your catalog.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Feb 3, 2026
Mastering Spotify for Artists: The Complete Dashboard Guide for Musicians
Distribution12 min read

Mastering Spotify for Artists: The Complete Dashboard Guide for Musicians

Learn how to use Spotify for Artists to grow your streams, understand your audience, pitch to playlists, and optimize your profile. A practical walkthrough of every feature in the dashboard with tips from real artist data.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 30, 2026
Why Music Distributors Don’t Offer Free Music Distribution Anymore
Distribution9 min read

Why Music Distributors Don’t Offer Free Music Distribution Anymore

The changing landscape of music has seen distributors pulling away from free distribution tiers.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 27, 2026
The Best and Worst Months to Release Music in 2026)
Distribution8 min read

The Best and Worst Months to Release Music in 2026)

A deep dive into how you should schedule your music releases to maximize opportunities in 2026.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 27, 2026
YouTube Music Promotion: How to Grow Your Channel and Get More Streams
Marketing12 min read

YouTube Music Promotion: How to Grow Your Channel and Get More Streams

A complete guide to promoting your music on YouTube in 2026. Covers channel optimization, YouTube Shorts strategy, SEO for music videos, monetization through ads and YouTube Music, and proven tactics to convert viewers into fans.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 26, 2026
How to Release Music Independently: A Step-by-Step Guide
Distribution8 min read

How to Release Music Independently: A Step-by-Step Guide

A complete step-by-step guide to releasing music independently in 2026. Covers pre-production, distributor selection, metadata, cover art, marketing timeline, and post-release tasks for DIY artists.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 22, 2026
Single vs EP vs Album: What Should You Release in 2026?
Distribution8 min read

Single vs EP vs Album: What Should You Release in 2026?

Should you release a single, EP, or album? This guide breaks down the pros and cons of each format, streaming algorithm considerations, budget implications, and playlist placement strategy for independent artists.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 19, 2026
What Do Record Labels Actually Do?
Business9 min read

What Do Record Labels Actually Do?

What do record labels actually do? Explore how they fund production, manage master rights, and drive global promotion in today's digital era.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 14, 2026
The Record Label Guide: Deals, Distribution, and Going Independent
Business17 min read

The Record Label Guide: Deals, Distribution, and Going Independent

Everything you need to know about record labels in 2026. Understand deal types, distribution agreements, contract red flags, and when it makes sense to stay independent. Includes real examples and negotiation tips.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 11, 2026
TuneCore Alternatives: Top Music Distributors for Indie Artists
Distribution4 min read

TuneCore Alternatives: Top Music Distributors for Indie Artists

A comparison of the best TuneCore alternatives, helping indie artists choose the right music distributor for royalties, control, and growth.

Tools 4 Music Staff•Jan 10, 2026