MUMBAI – Composer Salim Merchant says the rise of independent music has made it far easier for artists to release their work, ...

Independent artist Naldi is gaining attention worldwide, blending Balkan influences with modern pop while building a growing ...

Being an independent musician gives you the freedom to create your own music. However, the problem lies with its quality. Musical talent isn’t enough when producing new songs. If you’re inexperienced ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Being an independent artist has its benefits — full creative freedom and the ability to release music on your own schedule, for ...

The company confirmed in a new report that it paid $5 billion to the independent music sector in 2024. By Ethan Millman Music Editor Spotify updated its annual Loud and Clear report on Wednesday, ...

Music in film isn’t just an auditory layer: it’s an emotional compass. In neo-noir thrillers, late-night character dramas and ...

For independent music creators, gaining access to the tools and distribution channels that help professionals become successful has often been a huge hurdle. As a result, viral hits can fade quickly ...

As independent music reaches $160B in market value and commands nearly half of the global music industry, a critical disconnect persists: while indie creators now generate 47% of all recorded music ...

Concord has announced its acquisition of the influential British record label Ninja Tune. The deal marks a significant milestone for both organizations, reflecting the continued power of independent ...

Indie music has grown to include so much. It’s not just music that is released on independent labels, but speaks to an aesthetic that deviates from the norm and follows its own weirdo heart. It can ...

Sold-out shows aren’t enough. Higher costs are undercutting business everywhere, owners say, from juggernauts like Metro to neighborhood venues like the Ramova.