Luminate’s annual year-end report has arrived. We’ve compiled five key takeaways that matter most to independent artists navigating today’s fast-changing industry. Read on for deeper insights and learn how to … Continue reading
Your release day is the most important moment in your music marketing campaign. It’s when your fans are most engaged and algorithms are watching to evaluate how your music resonates … Continue reading
It’s the start of a new year. As you’re setting goals, starting projects, and dreaming up your ideal 2026, we asked some of our top artists to share the advice … Continue reading
This article was updated January 6, 2026. Releasing new music should feel exciting, not overwhelming. But without a clear plan, you risk stunting your success. That’s where a release strategy … Continue reading
If you’ve felt like you’re releasing music into a void, it’s not an illusion. Over 100,000 tracks are uploaded to streaming services every day, making it difficult for new releases … Continue reading
Happy New Year, indie musicians! Now’s the time to get ahead in 2026 by reflecting on the past year and setting clear, achievable goals for success. In this guide, we’ll … Continue reading
Here’s some of the best music advice we shared in 2025 As another year in the music industry comes to a close, one thing hasn’t changed: independent artists continue to … Continue reading
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
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
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