Your Spotify artist profile isn’t just a placeholder—it’s your storefront, your press kit, your digital merch table, and your virtual … Continue reading
What does a music distributor do?
If you’re looking to release your music on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, you’ve probably heard of music distribution. A music distributor like CD Baby delivers your tracks … Continue reading
How to release an album in 2026
An album is a major milestone in your journey as a musician. It’s an opportunity to share a full artistic statement with your fans and showcase your range. Typically, you’ll … Continue reading
How to stand out amidst AI music slop
AI music slop: What’s going on? Perhaps you’ve seen the news about AI artists gaining streams, AI slop gaming royalty payout pools, or most recently — a study conducted by … Continue reading
CD Baby artists nominated for the 2026 GRAMMY Awards
Five CD Baby Artists nominated for 2026 GRAMMY Awards Every year, voting members of the Recording Academy nominate independent artists just like you, in recognition of their work and achievements. … Continue reading
How to release a single in 2026
A perfect bite-sized introduction to your music, singles are a great way to gain new fans and build up to a longer release. Here’s everything you need to know about … Continue reading
29 ways to promote your new music today
29 Ways to Promote Your New Music Today Looking to get your music in front of more listeners? A strong release strategy is essential, but experimenting with different marketing tactics … Continue reading
CD Baby partners with Bandsintown for new Artists Marketplace
Even in today’s streaming-first reality, performing live remains one of the best ways to reach new fans and, as a matter of fact, boost your streams. That’s why CD Baby … Continue reading
How to claim your Apple Music for Artists account with CD Baby
Getting Started with Apple Music for Artists Apple Music is a leading global music streaming service with over 100 million songs and tens of millions of subscribers across 167 countries. … Continue reading
The Ultimate Guide to Music Marketing in 2026
According to the 2025 IFPI report, record labels invested a total of $8.1 billion in A&R and marketing in the global music industry – nearly a third of their revenue … Continue reading
Music Distribution Deadlines for 2025
The holiday season is right around the corner—and it’s one of the most exciting (and competitive) times of the year to release new music. Whether you’re sharing a festive single, … Continue reading