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No Labels Necessary Offers 4 Music PR Strategies for 2025
The No Labels Necessary team released a quick video outlining four music PR strategies for 2025. These strategies include mic drop...
Jan 29
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SoundCloud Exec. Drea Jackson Offers Indie Artists a Blueprint for Success
Drea Jackson, Senior Manager of Artist and Label Relations at SoundCloud, recently joined the "One More Time" podcast to discuss the...
Jan 29
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From Indie Hustle to Major Deal: Zillionaire Doe Signs to CMG
Dallas-born rapper Zillionaire Doe is making major moves, officially signing to Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group (CMG). The 23-year-old...
Jan 23
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Timbaland Breaks Down How A.I. Is Shaping His Future on No Labels Necessary
Timbaland is no stranger to innovation. From creating iconic beats for Missy Elliott and Aaliyah to shaping the sounds of Justin...
Jan 22
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The Evolution of Timbaland: Embracing AI and Redefining Creativity in Music
Timbaland, the legendary producer who has crafted hits for decades, continues to redefine his career and the music industry by embracing...
Jan 15
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Indie Artists Are Turning to Fanbase as Social Media Shifts
With the looming potential of a TikTok ban in the U.S. and a growing focus on monetization in the creator economy, Fanbase is positioning...
Jan 15
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How to Break an Artist in 2025: Insights from No Labels Necessary
Breaking an artist in today’s music industry isn’t just about getting streams—it’s about embedding the artist into the cultural...
Jan 15
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KP’s DatPiff Story: Building the Mixtape Platform That Defined an Era
Introduction: A Mixtape Era Staple For countless fans, DatPiff wasn’t just a website; it was a gateway to a golden era of hip-hop. I...
Jan 15
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Hip Hop, R&B, and NFTs: A New Era of Creative Control
“The Boss” Gold Death Row Lil Bitcoin. Courtesy of Crypto.com In 2025, the intersection of music and NFTs continues to transform how...
Jan 14
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Inside Empire: A Day in the Life of a Label Content Producer
It’s not every day that we get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what goes on at a record label—even more so when it’s one as cool and...
Jan 13
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Streamed Out: The Struggles of Indie Artists on Spotify and DistroKid
The world of independent music is facing a storm of challenges, and recent revelations from Curtiss King TV have shed light on the...
Jan 13
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Music Industry Rallies to Support Those Impacted by Los Angeles Wildfires
In the wake of the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles, the music community has mobilized to provide much-needed relief...
Jan 11
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Lupe Fiasco's AI-Powered Radio Station: Endless Innovation or Cultural Betrayal?
In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping every creative industry, hip-hop stands at a unique crossroads. At the center of...
Jan 7
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Spotify's AI-Powered Future: Innovation, Exploitation, and the Independent Artist Dilemma
As streaming giant Spotify embraces the era of artificial intelligence (AI), a stark divide is emerging between those who see the...
Jan 6
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No Labels, No Excuses: 7 Marketing Mistakes Artists Must Avoid in 2025
In an era where the music industry evolves daily, independent artists face constant pressure to market themselves effectively. Enter No...
Jan 4
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Independent Artists Push Back Against Spotify’s New Royalty Rules
Spotify's updated payout terms, set to take effect, yesterday actually, Jan 2, 2025, have reignited long-standing frustrations among...
Jan 3
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Natalie Prosper talks the Dedication Required to Manage a Grammy-Winning Artist like Lucky Daye
Belief in an Artist Natalie Prosper first met Lucky Daye at Harmony Samuels' studio in Los Angeles in 2010, where he was working as a...
Dec 26, 2024
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Data, Dollars, and Deals: Sherrese Clarke Breaks Down the Future of Music Rights at Trapital Summit
At the recent Trapital Summit , industry leaders, investors, and innovators gathered to discuss the evolving landscape of music rights,...
Dec 26, 2024
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SoundCloud CEO Discusses Profitability, Superfans, and the Future of Music at Trapital Summit
In a candid conversation at the Trapital Summit, SoundCloud CEO Eliah Seton offered a deep dive into the platform's journey from...
Dec 24, 2024
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Def Jam CEO Tunji Balogun on Leading the Iconic Label into the Future and the Current State of Hip Hop
In an illuminating conversation at the Trapital Summit on the state of hip-hop, Def Jam CEO Tunji Balogun opened up about his journey,...
Dec 20, 2024
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