Issue Nº 25Live · June 20, 2026Weekly · Tuesdays
The Brief.
A weekly dispatch on streaming, royalties, marketing and the music industry — written from real campaign data, not theory.
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Business
YouTube Copyright Strikes: How to Avoid and Fix Them (2026)
Daniel Brooks18 min read
Career
How to Handle Negative Feedback as a Musician (2026)
Lena Kova14 min read
Streaming
How to Release an EP in 2026: Strategy and Timing
Marcus Vale16 min read
Money
Fan Funding for Musicians: Kickstarter & Beyond (2026)
Daniel Brooks17 min read
Touring
Tour Merch Strategy 2026: What Actually Sells on the Road
Lena Kova25 min read
Money
How to Price Your Music Services: Rates for 2026
Daniel Brooks19 min read
Streaming
Spotify Blend and Jam: How Artists Can Use Social Features (2026)
Marcus Vale16 min read
Business
Music Licensing for Film and TV: How to Start (2026)
Daniel Brooks18 min read
Career
Build a Fanbase from Zero: Step-by-Step (2026)
Lena Kova19 min read
Streaming
How to Grow on Spotify Without a Label: 2026 Playbook
Marcus Vale20 min read
Marketing
Social Media Strategy for Musicians: What Works in 2026
Lena Kova18 min read
Streaming
Spotify Super Listeners: Find Your Top Fans (2026)
Marcus Vale16 min read