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Independent Artist Tools: Tunecore’s Advanced Analytics Dashboard

Self-releasing artists, rejoice! Tunecore has unveiled a powerful new ‘Advanced Trends and Analytics’ dashboard to provide deeper insights into streaming trends, audience demographics, and revenue data. This is a game-changer for independent artists looking to track their performance in real time. Learn more

Instagram Drops New Music & Chat Features

Instagram just made music sharing easier than ever! You can now send 30-second song previews to friends via DMs and Broadcast Channels. They even partnered with Doechii to launch the feature. Other updates include:

• New translation tools

• Pin up to 3 items per convo

• QR codes for group chat invites Read more

Meta Introduces Paid Comments for Creators

Creators can now get paid for product endorsements in comments! Meta’s new comment-based testimonials allow brands to feature creator-written recommendations directly on their Feed and Reel ads. Simply submit your endorsement, and brands attach it to their ad. More details

Warner Records x Tim Hinshaw Launch Free Lunch Records

Warner Records has joined forces with hip-hop exec Tim Hinshaw to launch Free Lunch Records, with Ericka Coulter as General Manager. This new venture aims to support emerging hip-hop talent in innovative ways. Full story

MashApp: The Ultimate Music Mashup Platform

A dream come true for music lovers! MashApp, a new platform backed by all three major labels (Universal, Sony, Warner), allows users to create real-time mashups of popular tracks—no music production skills required! Check it out

Google Gemini Moves to Standalone App

Google has removed Gemini AI access from its main search app on iOS. Now, users must download a separate Gemini app to continue using its AI-powered capabilities. Details here

TikTok News: A Decline & A Departure

• TikTok’s core 13-24 demographic has dropped by 9 points, with Instagram and YouTube absorbing the difference.

• TikTok Music Boss Ole Obermann is leaving the platform to join Apple Music. Read more

SeatGeek Lays Off 15% of Workforce

Ticketing platform SeatGeek is cutting jobs in NYC and Berlin, affecting about 15% of its employees. This move reflects ongoing economic challenges in live entertainment. Industry reaction

Key West Songwriters Festival Returns in May

One of the biggest songwriter events in the U.S. is back! The Key West Songwriters Festival will feature Nate Smith, Chase Matthew, and over 100 other songwriters. Expect intimate acoustic sets, storytelling, and surprise guests! Event details

Stay tuned for more updates next week!

That’s all for today folks! 🥕

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