Violet Recording Editorial Team

Learn how to monetize music on YouTube in 2026: ad revenue, Content ID, Shorts, memberships, distribution and smart promotion for independent artists.

Wondering about the cost to distribute music? Here’s what digital distribution really costs indie artists, from free tiers to yearly and per-release plans.

An independent artist guide to releasing music: distribution, mastering, release-day planning, promotion and royalties, so your song lands right everywhere.

Learn how to pitch music to blogs the right way: build a target list, write a short personal email, time it around your release,…

This music pr guide shows independent artists how to pitch press, blogs, playlists and radio, land real coverage and build lasting momentum on any…

Learn how to get music reviews from blogs, playlist curators, and press. A practical pitching guide for independent artists who want real coverage that…

Fresh music merch ideas for independent artists — from tees and vinyl to digital drops and bundles — plus how to design, price and…

Learn how to make money on SoundCloud with monetization, fan support, sales, distribution and licensing — a practical guide for independent artists in 2026.

Bandcamp vs Spotify for artists compared: how each pays, who owns your fans, and which platform wins for discovery, direct sales, and long-term income.

Learn how to increase Spotify streams as an indie artist: playlist pitching, release strategy and promotion tactics that build real, lasting listeners.