Timothée Colinet

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Timothée Colinet

January 7, 2026

How to start your own music label in 2026: complete guide for independent artists

Starting an independent music label in 2026: Learn the real costs ($25K-$600K), ownership advantages, hidden risks, legal structures by country, and actionable steps to launch successfully. The music industry landscape has fundamentally changed. With 120,000 tracks released daily on Spotify and distribution platforms costing as little as $20 annually, technical barriers have virtually disappeared. However, accessibility doesn't equal profitability: launching a successful music label requires substantial business acumen, capital, and strategic planning. Independent labels now represent 40% of global music releases, with their market share growing annually. This raises a critical question for artists: should you establish your own label infrastructure, or remain fully independent? This guide provides concrete data, industry insights, and a step-by-step framework for launching a viable music label in 2026.

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Content Strategy

January 2, 2026

How to get heard when everyone is releasing music: 12 concrete strategies for independent artists

Over 120,000 songs are released every day. Learn how independent artists can stand out with practical music marketing strategies focused on community, smart promotion, and sustainable growth. It has never been easier to release music and never harder to be noticed. With more than 120,000 new tracks uploaded every day, constantly shifting algorithms, and advertising budgets that most independent artists simply can’t match, visibility has become the real battleground. Here’s the mistake many artists make: trying to shout louder than everyone else. The reality is more subtle. You don’t need everyone to listen. You need the right people to care.

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December 30, 2025

8 proven ways independent artists actually make money in 2026

Streaming pays nothing? Discover 8 alternatives, profitable revenue sources for independent artists: live shows, Bandcamp, Patreon, licensing. 2026 guide with real numbers and actionable strategies. You already know this: relying solely on streaming to make a living from your music is a dead end. In 2025, Spotify pays approximately $0.003-$0.005 per stream. To put this in perspective, you need 2,500 streams to earn what a single $10 album sale on Bandcamp generates immediately. Artists building sustainable careers in 2026 don't depend on a single revenue source. They've understood that diversification isn't optional; it's fundamental. But this requires strategic thinking and genuine persistence, not scattered efforts across every possible income stream. This guide presents 8 concrete, accessible revenue sources for earning real income from your music in 2026.

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Blogging Tips

December 23, 2025

Music Marketing: 10 proven strategies for independent artists in 2026

Discover 12 data-backed marketing strategies for independent artists: build genuine community, not just streams. Practical guide with real budgets, timelines, and actionable tactics. You're releasing music consistently. You're posting on social media, but your streams remain flat? The issue isn't your talent, it's your strategy. With 120,000 tracks released daily on Spotify, artists must combine creativity with intentional, strategic marketing. The landscape has fundamentally changed: distribution is now accessible to everyone, but meaningful audience connection has become exponentially more challenging. Effective music marketing isn't about accumulating streams. It's about building a community of people who connect with your artistic vision, attend your shows, purchase your merchandise, and share your music organically. Those relationships create sustainable careers, not viral moments that disappear within months or even days. This guide provides 12 concrete, proven strategies based on what works in 2026, not theoretical advice disconnected from reality.

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December 12, 2025

What are the main challenges for independent artists in 2025?

In 2025, being an independent musician represents both an unprecedented opportunity and an extraordinary challenge. While the democratization of music production has removed certain traditional barriers, it has simultaneously created an oversaturated market where being heard as an artist has become increasingly difficult. Numerous conversations on subreddits and Discord groups reveal recurring concerns shared by many independent artists. If you are an emerging artist, understanding these challenges is the first step toward overcoming them.

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